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Category: Antennas: HF Mobile & Accessories

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Review Summary For : Scorpion Antennas SA-680
Reviews: 106MSRP: 1045
Description:
SA-680 covers 10 through 80 meters.
Length retracted: 39” Extended:57”
3 inch diameter coil with 10 gage tinned copper wire wound at 6 Threads Per Inch.
Mobile or backyard typical vswr 1.5:1 or less.
Antenna rated at 1500 watts PEP
Weight 18 Lbs
Product is in production
More Info: http://www.scorpionantennas.com/
# last 180 days Avg. Rating last 180 days Total reviews Avg. overall rating
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N2JSB Rating: 2020-03-24
The best support Time Owned: more than 12 months.
My antenna was sent back in bad shape because it set behind the barn for 4 years I he totally rebuilt it and works fine for a cost you would not believe. Terry N2JSB
WI4USA Rating: 2020-02-11
Black Widow Shorty Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I have owned just about all of the screwdriver antennas from various manufacturers. I have to say hands down the scorpion black widow is my favorite overall. I spend a lot of time in the mobile. I hear people talking about band conditions and not being able to hear both side of a conversation. That has not been a problem with this antenna. If I can hear a station, I can work them arm chair copy. People can’t believe I’m in the mobile. I only run 100 watts. The antenna is so solid. It is way over built and works like a tank. No doubt, one of the highest quality antennas out there.
KJ4UHQ Rating: 2020-01-21
Best of The Best, Excellent Antenna Time Owned: more than 12 months.
We've owned the Scorpion since the summer of 2016.
We used a Ham stick and a Texas bug catcher prior to the SA-680.
Installation was rather easy and instead of a tuner, we adjust the antenna manually for resonance. This way we have very little losses. We are running a TS-480HX KENWOOD 200 watt.
I Mounted the antenna on the trailer hitch of my Jeep Grand Cherokee and get great signal reports.

Customer service:
The Best in the business.
The Mast that holds the cap hat broke,(due to my own negligence).
I called Ron and explained my predicament and he is making me a new mast for the antenna.
Quality personalized service, You can't beat service like that.
If you're looking for the best mobile antenna in the industry, look no farther.
Highly recommended and Made In The U.S.A.
That's a Big Plus for me.
Five stars and then some.
W7SAR Rating: 2020-01-11
10+ years, 2 SUVs, best mobile antenna I've ever used! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
Just moved this to a newer SUV. Still solid as the day I first brought it home! Lots of miles, it's working great! Asked some online questions about the install and Ron (the owner/builder) called and helped with some GREAT advice! Cannot find this level of customer service from many companies. Great signal reports on the road, no damage from bad weather or road dirt. Tunes what I need and works very well. No regrets on the purchase! Make sure you bond your vehicle and take the time to do a quality install. It will pay dividends in a quality signal!
K0UO Rating: 2019-10-29
Wow it keeps on working Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have been using this antenna for 6 years, Wow it does work. I have used every type of mobile antenna over the past 50 years, this is the BEST overall.

I have used it in a few antenna shot outs and won my 2 s units over the other leading types.

Over 500,000 miles no issues at all,all the other moter antenna have failed. Running 400 watts I have worked a ton of DX on 40 over the years. I have large rhombic antenna farm and this mobile surprises me all the time.
KE2BP Rating: 2019-07-22
Military Grade Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
It starts with the box. It doesn't arrive in a cardboard tube but rather a wooden reinforced one. Take care and time opening this orangatang proof shipping container. This thing is solid. The electrical connections to and from it are reliable for continuous outdoor use and not overwhelmingly complex. I would recommend a mount worthy of this antenna - example the Breedlove tiltover quick release mounts are an excellent way to support such a substantial antenna. Or use your hitch. I welded my mount plate to the frame of my minivan to properly support this antenna. I've always been a fan of rugged coils that tune effectively and won't ARC. Clearly this is it. You can also lengthen your whip for longer bands with stationary parking in this example.
NW7D Rating: 2019-07-18
Incredible antenna Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I recently installed a Scorpion antenna in my back yard and laid some wire mesh under my Arizona rock lawn for radials. The performance of this antenna is outstanding, I worked 17 countries in the first 24 hours of operation using FT8 and the signal reports are exceptional. The build-quality of the antenna is remarkable and Ron stands behind his antennas with a lifetime warranty. See my antenna on my QRZ page.
WN8C Rating: 2019-07-18
High Performer Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I’ve owned this antenna nearly ten years. The service and support I have received is completely over the top. From the shipping to the personal advice on mounting and bonding from Ron himself, I am a Super Satisfied customer. Ron talks to you like a fellow Ham, not some guy in charge of customer service.

I am just now installing this antenna on my fourth vehicle, and it still looks and performs like new. The quality built into this antenna will provide me with many more years of great contacts. Like others have mentioned, if you can hear them you can work them.

If you want the Best Quality that money can buy, this SA-680 needs to be your choice!

This SA-680 outperforms the “other” Screwdriver I owned hands down.

The mounting design is Superior!

Well Worth the Money!

W6OZI Rating: 2019-05-01
The Best! Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I have had my antenna for 13 years, the warranty is the best. Total cost to repair/improve was the shipping cost. While my truck was in the shop for 2 weeks, I sent my antenna to Ron. He had it fixed and back to me in a weeks time. Ron is phenomenal in his customer service, work ethics and his knowledge. I go above and beyond of highly recommending him. Thanks Ron for all you do!

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Earlier 5-star review posted by W6OZI on 2009-10-20

Very impressed with this antenna, first off Ron is the man with a first rate product. The antenna arrived in 2 weeks via usps, it is well built and rugged, it has been a great performer. Ron gives great customer service. I have used this antenna mobile on my Ford Excursion SUV for the last 3 months, and I can say that in the 3 months I have made more contacts on this antenna than any other I have owned. Thanks Again Ron!!!!
Bob, W6OZI
K8ZZ Rating: 2019-04-08
Great mobile anntenna Time Owned: more than 12 months.
I am a County Hunter, and that means I USE my antenna. I only have 315 counties to finish transmitting from all 3077. Mostly CW and 4 or 5 band changes in every new county, which means my antenna gets a lot of work. Have tried 2 other similar antennas and was not happy. I have used this antenna for 3 years so I know it works. Had one small issue with connector, and Ron, NI7J, took care of it immediately, at no cost of course. Highly recommend this quality product.. K8ZZ