Capabilities of the new radios have far exceeded my current capabilities - time for an upgrade. My newest VHF is 25 yrs old (handheld is newer, but that doesn't count)! Time to get into the world of DSC and MMSI numbers...
Currently looking at Standard Horizon - same as my last two VHFs (both working fine, oldest has crystals). GX1200 has all I need, but GX1600 gives me the capability of adding a cockpit station for an added $20 (plus $90 for the station). Discussed with the Admiral, and she says go ahead and get the cockpit station too. Color white. I'll wire it into the plotter for a GPS signal, and I'll be good to go. Mast already has new wiring and antenna.
So, what am I missing? Should I be doing something different? Not really interested in a different brand unless S-H has taken a dive recently. Thoughts???