"Antenna Recommendations" Topic

Hey all. I am wondering what people use for antennas these days on vehicles. I want something flexible enough that if it is bumped it will give a little and not snap off like a rigid antenna might, but be rigid enough that it stands straight up (up to about 4 inches if needed).

What do you use and find most effective for antennas?

Plastic broom bristles

Saber6 is right! A trip to the dollar store for a cheap dust pan & brush set will give you a lifetimes worth!

A black paintbrush bristle will work.

Hadn't thought of that (was thinking about wire gauges). That's a great idea (and likely cheaper, too!). Thanks, all!

2nd black paint brush bristle

Fishing line works well, but probably not up to 4".

I also like using sewing needles … let the antenna fend for themselves against heavy handed gamers.

I use black plastic broom bristles.

Paint brush bristles

For smaller scales, black hairbrush bristles (and even ones from that little brush used to clean electric razors…)

I have seen models where the modeller has used a cat's whisker. They do shed them from time to time, so no harm done to the cat!

Bread tie wire.

I tried thin very stiff wire and a mistake to use at it would break the small hole you produce with a small drill bit. I found very thin hair brush bristles ended up being the best option.

Cat whiskers… used them for years!!!

Thosmoss-I use sewing needles for my masts-and they do that job nicely.