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Been searching the web, there's places where you can "pre-order" the new SI models right now, but anticipated delivery isn't until Feb 2011. I'd like to get one before then because I've got structure to get out and my old one has just gone Tango Uniform. Don't want to buy a lesser model now only to turn around and buy the 1198.
Anyone know if there's any places where it will be available soon? Even HB's website is not talking about it yet.
Regards
call jandhproducts.com. number on site. If it's possible, they'll get it.
Talked with John at J&H and he said HB was supposed to release the 1100 series in November but obviously didn't make it. Right now, he says he "may" hear something around 16 December, but it might be another delay message. Just kinda quiet right now.
Call Juan at JUST4ELECTRONICS.COM. His phone # is 1-305-964-0118. I have bought several items from him. Straight shooter and great service. Talk to him on the phone!!!!
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Originally Posted by Tellicorick
I don't think that there is any reason to expect that 1198s will hit the shelves prior to the end of the year.
There are good deals to be had on 1197s, and the differences between the 1198s and the 1197s are, in my opinion, relatively minor. I do have a good connection with an independent retailer who has a few 1197s left....drop me a note if you'd like more information.
Not sure what the changes are beyond the USB connection, which would be very handy for downloading files and pictures. Are there any other changes?
Both the 1197 and the 1198 will be ethernet-networking capable (the 1197 already has the hardware). The 1197 will need a free software update to turn the networking feature on, and the 1198 is ready out-of-the-box.
The 1198 will have an updated PCB/processor, and a brighter screen for better daylight visibility.
There are a few online shops pre-selling them now. There's actually a 15% coupon going on now that will save you over $400. If you want to pre-order you can try it but there are only a few days left to use the 15% coupon - preorder humminbird 1198c
Grego,
Thanks for info but my question is still, when is it going to be available?
Try anchor express.com
oh sorry. Well I don't think anyone really knows the answer for sure. the 2010 Humminbird models started shipping in early to mid February. it might be similar this year.Quote:
Originally Posted by Tellicorick
Grego,
Thanks, was hoping for an early release this month. I have structure to put out right now and really don't want to buy an 1197 when the 1198 is what I want. Maybe I'll just have to drop structure via GPS alone and hope it hits the mark.
I have not heard yet when the 1198 units will be available in stores. Typically they are available after the first of the year but that may not be so this year. Sorry, not much help am I?
Greg,
Any word from "inside" is better than word on the street and I appreciate it. To solve my problem right now, I'm going to put some GPS software on my laptop, load a digital lake map, connect my HB GPS GRHA antenna and set "structure". At least I can get the structure set and fish it. I'll wait patiently for the 1198 to come out.