We found, however, that beyond those surface features was a well-conceived, simple-to-operate, and in many ways improved Yaesu basic HT that preserved some of the best features of the FT-60. At least it doesn’t speak Chinese to you when you press the keys. But the reverse SMA antenna jack may be more than some loyal fans can stomach. The FT-65R is, in fact, made in China with Yaesu Japanese design. We picked up a new FT-65R at Ham Radio Outlet, Denver, in March 2017 and put it through the paces.įirst Impressions: For some stalwart Yaesu HT fans the FT-60R will give a poor first impression as “too Chinese,” sacrificing some of the older brother’s rounded feature styling and small illuminated keys for more “Baofeng-like” sharp angles and larger unlighted keys.
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