> So Ken hates the word "Ham" when used to describe us, well, hams. > > ME TOO!
It fits with the old-fashioned-ness of the hobby. The other embarrassing word we use is "Elmer" to refer to a mentor. In terms of its reputation and usefulness, ham radio seems stuck in the 50's to me. Technology-wise it's pretty up-to-date but for the most part it's a quaint throwback to simpler times. The name "ham" may be odd and embarrassing, but people do know what it means. Craig NZ0R _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [email protected] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com
