Values are estimates from recent comparable sales — condition, accessories, and included extras vary. Always compare before buying.
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Median sold price per month, trailing 1 months. Roughly flat over the period.
Based on classifieds listings marked SOLD — asking prices sellers marked as sold, not confirmed sale prices. Refreshed daily from our deal-scan comp checks.
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| Individual sold records for this model are still being compiled — the fair-value estimate above is based on 4 recent sales. | |||
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The Kenwood TS-850S (1991-1999) has one of the most respected receivers ever put in a production HF rig -- quiet, selective, and a favorite of DXers and contesters for over 30 years. 100 watts, rock-solid build, and they just keep running. 4 recent sales, median around $546, tightly grouped from $525 to $550. A genuine bargain sits under about $409. Check the display first -- they dim with age, and a dim display is the classic negotiating point.
Around $546 based on 4 recent sales, ranging from $525 to $550.
Under about $409 -- 25% below the $546 median.
Look hard at the fluorescent display -- dimming is the known age issue and your best bargaining chip. Then confirm the encoder tunes smoothly and it transmits full power on all bands.
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