Icom VHF Command Mic

[ithet]

I am in similar situation. The Icom 323 previous owner fitted below will not take a command mike. I think the best option is to fit a replacement stand alone VHF in the cockpit - at a similar cost to just a command mike on its own let alone new compatible main set. I don't see much benefit in radio below, it seems to be a remnant from the past that boat builders have not got away from.

 

[jwfrary]

I have a 411 at the chart table and just use a handheld a venerable m71 icom which I’m sure is 15 years old now in the cockpit.
Command mics are nice but for the cost i can’t see it’s worth it when what I have functions perfectly well!

 

[Daverw]

What the command mics offer is superior clear audio and full power on transmit as well as simple control both in cockpit and below at the same time, I never realised how much better until I upgraded, do agree though at a cost