At the age of fourteen, I was first licensed as WN3JGY and have been an active amateur radio amateur ever since. After upgrading to WA3JGY, I held that call until the first "vanity" callsign program of the FCC in 1976 when I upgraded to Extra class and became K3JT. My interests have always been CW operating, chasing DX and contesting. Along with that comes an interest in homebrew antennas and fixing old radios (a necessity for me to stay on the air it seems!).
More recently, I have developed a fascination with operating DX on the 160 Meter Band. The thrill of making long distance contacts on frequencies below the AM broadcast band continues to fascinate me. I have 144 countries confirmed on 160 now and hope to work many more.
I achieved DXCC Honor Roll with 344/336 mixed (when and wither Bouvet?), 9 band DXCC, 6M: 62 countries and 325 VUCC. DXCC challenge now at 1886. I use LOTW.
My station is modest (outdated!). I have two IC-765 rigs that I love and several amps including MLA2500B, Amp Supply LK500 and an old Heathkit Warrior. I picked up a Collins 75A4 receiver with all the mechanical filters that I love. For VHF, I have a IC-706MkIIg that I use on 6 meters, 2 meters and 432 Mhz bands on CW and SSB. I'm also on 2 meter FM with a HT and other rigs.
The antenna situation is constantly changing. I am now using on a Quad that covers 5 bands from 20 meters to 10 meters. For 160 meters, I have an inverted L antenna, supported about 60 feet high by trees.
I have made many friends through amateur radio. Wherever I have lived, amateur radio has always provided an opportunity to meet people with a common interest. I am very grateful to the hobby because of this and try to return something to make it better. I participate as a member the Monongalia Wireless Association (http://www.w8mwa.org/) in public service activities. I try to recruit new amateurs whenever the opportunity presents itself. I always enjoy making contacts and talking with anyone interested in this great hobby of ours. 73. More information on my webpage at http://www.qsl.net/k3jt/
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