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Reviews For: N9TAX Dual band slim jim portable antenna by 2way electronix

Category: Antennas: VHF/UHF+ Omnidirectional: verticals, mobile, etc

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Review Summary For : N9TAX Dual band slim jim portable antenna by 2way electronix
Reviews: 22MSRP: $25.99
Description:
Roll up portable 2 meter/70cm antenna with 16' lead and your choice of connector.

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Product is in production
More Info: http://www.n9tax.com/Slim%20Jim%20Info.html
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KJ4NWZ Rating: 2011-12-22
Great Bang for My Buck! Time Owned: 6 to 12 months.
I bought two N9TAX VHF/UHF "Slim Jim" antennas about a year ago and they are the best! I love their compactness and portability. The first one I bought I sunk into a 5' PVC pipe and installed it in my bedroom behind a curtain. The second one has the 16' coax cable and I use that one in the field.

My only issue with Slim Jim antennas is the very exposed cut-out notch wires that tunes the antenna @ 2m. I have received nasty scraps when rolling up or handling the antenna. I put electrical tape over the notch and that solves the problem. Other than that I would buy the factory.
KB9YNJ Rating: 2011-07-10
excellent value great product Time Owned: N.A.
As this is similar to the previously reviewed 2 meter version,(see n9tax slim jim) I can say that the quality and performance is just what I expected. Due to the design and the use of high quality ladder(window) line and coax, the take off angle is low to the horizon which makes it perfect for camping, field days, apartments,or indoor use during stormy weather. With 5 watts on 2 meters and 4 on 70cm, I am able to reach repeaters that I couldn't reach using a 5/8 vertical and a aluminum 2m j-pole.

The man behind this very handy antenna is Joseph Krajacic N9TAX. Upon request,he will install the connector of your choice on the 16 ft high qualityRG58A/U coax lead. ( I have a sma female)
I am also using it as a scanner antenna for monitoring NOAA weather, police and fire frequencies during the violent storms we have had recently. It is hanging outside right now,but can easily be moved or brought inside in short order.
I gave it a 5 due to the combination of price,quality and overall performance.73'