The HAMSTICK Commander - Build a Multiband Vertical Hamstick Antenna

In this episode, I demonstrate the Hamstick Commander; a potential solution for apartment dwellers, attic antennas, portable operations, and handicapable ham radio operators. After testing and a brief explanation, I provide build instructions. I did this video with the intentions of providing information to someone who may not have built an antenna before. I say 3/8 -24 is course thread, when instead, it’s fine. thanks for the correction, all. Although I do my best to explain the build, positive input for others to learn, is always appreciated. The build: Two pieces for a baseplate, you can use Nylon cutting boards, if needed (or pizza pans), 10-12 - 3/8“ - 24 bolts. 3/4 inch should work 10-12 - 3/8“ - 24 nuts. I used the nuts with teeth locking mechanisms. 12 gauge wires to hook up the radial wires and to daisy chain both the radials and the antennas (daisy chain isn’t required if you use metal plates, like thick pizza pans 8 - power pole c
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