BruceK
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Just routine tested my GME epirb. Not a squeak not a flash, the battery has done its dash. Which is about right after 7 years.
I`m looking at 2 replacements, both Aussie made (wow, we made something!) with GPS. A new GME(600G model), a well established maker ,and a KTI (SA1G), also sold as a Pains-Wessex (famous maker of marine flares etc). While searching, I was surprised to find an AMSA (Australian Marine Safety Authority) warning link that users may have trouble removing a very tightly screwed on clear cover over the KTI switchgear. Specs are similar. The KTI is around $265, the GME $329.
Anyone have any experience with either, or other makes.
I`m looking at 2 replacements, both Aussie made (wow, we made something!) with GPS. A new GME(600G model), a well established maker ,and a KTI (SA1G), also sold as a Pains-Wessex (famous maker of marine flares etc). While searching, I was surprised to find an AMSA (Australian Marine Safety Authority) warning link that users may have trouble removing a very tightly screwed on clear cover over the KTI switchgear. Specs are similar. The KTI is around $265, the GME $329.
Anyone have any experience with either, or other makes.