Walkie Talkie

[terryw]

Just to let you know that Maplin are selling a pair of Walkie Talkies complete with belt clip, rechargable batteries, and a charger that does both units at the same time for only £20. Range stated as up to 5km. Have not tested at this range, but can vouch that they work at 1/2 mile.

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[BarryH]

I've got some, altho I paid a bit more than 20 quid, so how sick do I feel! I use them while out shooting with a mate of mine.....so we know where we both are. They work in open country over about 2 miles. If it gets woody with lots of trees etc then the range gets cut a bit. Ideal for keeping in touch and for 20 quid you really can't go wrong.

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[Wiggo]

What's the audio quality like, Terry? We bought some cheapo Binatone ones, and they're awful compared to the Motorola ones (one of which I dropped off the pontoon at Mercury while taking your lines, as it happens...)

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[terryw]

Graham,
They are a bit tinny but for 20 quid they are acceptable in my book.
Did I mention that they also come with a belt clip/forums/images/icons/smile.gif

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[PhilF]

has anyone got a pair of these, if so do yours show they are charging when plugged in?

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[terryw]

I have, and there is no indication they are charging.

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[ArthurWood]

We've got a pair of those things - had them for ages, but when we need them, e.g. trying to find each other in shopping malls, they are in the car or on the boat!!

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[PhilF]

oh dear we took the first pair back - whoops

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