SHAKESPEARE Mariner 8700 Extra Tough 8′ 6dB VHF Antenna

An extra-tough design for guaranteed reliability makes our exclusive Shakespeare 8700 a premium choice for demanding use. 

Classic styling and an upgraded fiberglass radome bring durability, stiffness and reliability to your radio needs. Brass and copper 5/8-wave elements boost range and efficiency, stainless steel ferrule and 20′ RG-8X low-loss cable boost your signal strength. Shakespeare’s long-lasting construction and finish keep it working and looking great—for at least five years, guaranteed.

Key Features

• Protected by a proprietary high-gloss polyurethane that won’t fuzz or turn yellow in the sun
• Ethafoam spacer system provides strong mechanical support and isolates the radiators from vibration and moisture for long, dependable service
• Flexible RG-8X low-loss cable has higher power capabilities, lower loss per foot, UV-stable jacketing, a stranded copper core and higher concentrations of copper shielding to help maximize performance
• Mirror-finished stainless steel ferrule with 1″-14 threads is polished to a high luster
• Quality brass choking sleeves insulate the copper inner conductor and suppress cable radiation
• Backed up by a best-in-class five-year warranty
• Purchase a 1″-14 threaded antenna mount separately
• One-section, 8′ antenna

• 1 Antenna assembly
• 1 PL-259 connector with
•  instructions
• 1 Grommet plug

Installation Guide