This is a waterproof handheld 2-way radio that features VHF and FRS communication bands (as well as AM/FM/MURS reception). I have one HX471S that I bought over 10 years ago that is still going strong, and I want to get a second unit. Standard Horizon discontinued this model and haven't produced another since that has both VHF and FRS, which is the key feature I want (and haven't been able to find in any other handheld & waterproof radio -- if you know of another brand with these features I'd also love to hear about that). If you've got one of these radios lying around that you no longer need, I'd be very appreciative to be able to buy it off you. http://www.standardhorizon.com/indexVS.cfm?cmd=DisplayProducts&ProdCatID=85&encProdID=6340553994BFE63895BD20EB1455DBE3&DivisionID=3&isArchived=1