AA7HW: After your License Exam: Purchase a Radio

• The QRZ / Gigaparts New Ham Jumpstart Program allows newly licensed amateur radio operators in the USA to purchase an Explorer QRZ-1 VHF / UHF handheld transceiver and selected accessories for a 70% discount from the list price within 6 months of receiving their first license from the FCC. (Note that QRZ and Gigaparts reserve the right to change or terminate the program at any time without notice.)
• The ARRL offers advice for Buying Your First Radio.
• Fellow Amateur Radio Operators that you meet at your local Club are generally happy to offer advice.
• In the Portland, Oregon area, the Ham Radio Outlet in Tigard is worth visiting.