The Comet HT-224 is a great replacemant antenna for the F6A. I have one and have been very happy with it. As for that "ear bud" thing I must agree, they are just plain bad. I have that too... The traveler from Heil Sound is a much better choice for a lightweight headset. I wish they made the adapter for the Heil "Quiet Phone", now there's a headset!!! Not the lightest but very comfortable......I keep trying to get an adapter.