I got my B-class license last week, and although I already had a DX10, I only let C use it a few times. I just stood behind and watched without touching the radio. However, I still felt that it was too heavy and inconvenient to carry around. Seeing my friend's IC-705, I immediately thought that my DX10 wasn't as good. I really wanted one like that... My plan is to buy one around December, and use it for portable operation nationwide.
I am currently learning CW, and I plan to primarily use CW with SSB as a secondary mode. The UV segment is solely for addressing the issue of having only one K6 radio and being unable to communicate effectively with distant local stations.
I asked an AI, and it recommended the FTX-1F. It said that its performance and battery life are better than the 705, and currently, it can handle both HF and UV frequencies.
Regarding the issue with the menu operation, the 705 definitely outperforms Yaesu. The 705's menu system is clearly organized and easy to navigate, while the Yaesu menu is just a mess (as evidenced by my DX10 experience).
