The KX-2 Handheld - REV. 2!
Executive Summary Still trying not to waste your time.......or am I? If you look elsewhere on the blog, you'll find the earlier version of a KX-2 handheld antenna bracket. It's been fun, but some people can't work metal, or don't want to leave a bracket on their radio, and, quite frankly, the kit could use a few creature comforts. The REV.2 bracket uses a Gemsproducts Side KX KX-2 radio mounting plate that snaps on the radio. This way, the handheld system can be quickly attached and removed from the radio, without requiring leaving a bracket screwed on to the radio, or any other modifications to the radio. The REV.2 bracket also includes a safety lanyard (guess why) so that there is no need to keep a death grip on the radio while operating. Lighter antennas can be held by adding a Kydex bracket to the mounting plate. To avoid potential stress and large flexing issues, more serious antennas are probably better supported with a metal bracket. I describe both versions b