Cheapest CW transceiver

[VK2IO]

Casey, there are many available in that price range with the cheapest at around US$5.
Some discussion on the options are in this thread:

Trx Kit for a new challenge?

After the successful Rockmite challenge of the past, maybe it’s time for something even more basic! How’s this for the basis of a SOTA challenge weekend. At £2.80 delivered, it’s within reach of even the most frugal ham and is not going to break the bank [image] I’ll probably drop one in my shopping cart next time I’m ordering from Banggood. 72

Cheers, Gerard - VK2IO