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I just wanted to point out that one review so you could see the limits it has on the maps that go in it. Thanks, Team Dubbin. Got it. It will be mostly used at sea. I realize the limitations of the small screen and only being able to load one marine map at a time. What's important for me is that it can pinpoint my location and summon help if needed.

A quick search turned up this user review http://www99.epinions.com/UNIDEN___MYSTIC_..._Vhr_Marine_Gps I know, I know... Google rules... There was only 1 review. I was looking for the insight from the forum members who had real experience with Uniden Mystic.

Thank you all for your responses and insights. I should have been more specific. I'm looking for a hand-held waterproof GPS-Radio combo that will work with marine and Coast Guard frequencies and have a power of 10-15 miles. I'm a scuba diver and, in light of recent tragedy in Egypt where divers from Russia and Holland were lost at sea in early January , decided to invest into a unit that I would be able to use in a pinch (hope to never need to use it). Goecaching also seems like a fun thing to do, especially since there are scuba-specific caches. I understand that these units have only a limited pressure rating and plan to keep it in a waterproof container rated to a specific depth. Uniden Mystic that Xlobsterman recommended seems to fit the bill. How is the Mystic for street navigation? Thanks again.

Hi, I'm new to this forum. I would like to throw in a question to start: Garmin has Rino line of products that combine handheld GPS with a 2-way radio. Does any other company make similar products? Thank you. Stan