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Smiley Antenna Co.

The Smiley Antenna Company

Forty years ago Bill Smashey and Don Smiley bought out the Tuned Antenna Company. Coils are made

Between Don and Bill, they perfected a company that specialized in tuning antennas that were made out of the finest materials.

04/10/2026

SPRING CLEANING IS HERE… AND WE MADE TOO MANY 🌼

Time to clear the shelves.

We ended up with extra antennas and a batch of BLEM units with small cosmetic flaws.

Same performance.
Same hand-tuned quality.
Same Smiley Antenna reliability.

Just not perfect on the outside — and priced to move.

🧼 BLEM ANTENNAS MUST GO 🧼

WE MADE TOO MANY… NOW YOU SAVE.

👉 Fully tested
👉 Tuned and ready
👉 Discounted pricing

⚡ LIMITED STOCK – WHEN THEY’RE GONE, THEY’RE GONE ⚡

Perfect time to stock up.

Order for yourself or combine with your team to save on shipping.

👇 Grab yours now
[SHOP BLEM ANTENNAS]

https://www.smileyantenna.com/shop/blemished-antennas

02/08/2026

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🏈📡 SUPER HAM BOWL SALE! 📡🏈

It’s game time… and we’re bringing the savings to the airwaves!

Whether you’re calling CQ, gearing up for your next adventure, or just enjoying the big game… now’s the time to score BIG.

🇺🇸 Hand-Tuned. USA-Made. Field-Ready.

🔥 20% OFF ALL HAM RADIO GEAR
🚫 No flags… just savings!

💥 Use code: SUPERHAM20
🛒 Shop now: SmileyAntenna.com

Don’t just watch the game…
👉 OWN THE AIRWAVES!

01/07/2026

We’ve been running our 5/8-wave 155 MHz Slim Duck on both the Garmin inReach 300i and 200i, and it’s been a solid upgrade over the stock antenna.

Lightweight, low-profile, and hand-tuned for performance—this Smiley Antenna 155 5/8 Slim Duck is a great replacement for Garmin users who want dependable comms without extra bulk. Built to work, built to last, Made in the USA. 🇺🇸📡

12/04/2025

Level up your John Deere 🚜 RTK + StarFire® system with our 3 dB Gain OEM Antenna—built for the toughest agricultural environments.
Designed and hand-tuned in the 🇺🇸 , this antenna delivers stronger signal stability, longer range, and rock-solid reliability across every field.

✔ Rugged & Flexible: Survives vibration, heavy equipment movement, and harsh weather.
✔ Durable Build: Copper-plated steel coil + nickel-plated brass base for long-term performance.
✔ Optimized for John Deere RTK & StarFire: Maximum clarity for guidance, mapping, and precision farming.
✔ Made in the USA: Quality materials, hand-tuned, field-tested, and ready for work.

Whether you’re running RTK 450, StarFire 6000, or other precision guidance systems, Smiley Antenna delivers the dependable communication your operation needs!

10/10/2025

Why Smiley Antenna?
At Smiley, we don’t just build antennas — we tune them under real conditions. 🎯

🔹 No bench tuning. We simulate real use — no ground plane — so what you see is what you get.
🔹 We use a signal generator + power amplifier + Bird wattmeter to measure forward vs reflected watts.
🔹 We push up to 50 W to validate performance under real load.
🔹 Each antenna is calibrated by hand and compared to a field-tested master for consistent quality.

The result? Lower reflected power, higher radiated efficiency, and a match you can rely on in the field — not just in your workshop.

10/06/2025

When trails get rugged — stay connected.
From Baja to backcountry, Smiley Antennas are hand-built and tuned for performance when it matters most.
Whether you’re off-roading, leading a convoy, or working deep in the field, reliable communication isn’t optional — it’s critical.

⚙️ Military-grade construction
🎯 Hand-tuned for precision
🇺🇸 Proudly made in the USA
🔧 Modular design — handheld to mobile in minutes

🛠 Built for those who don’t back down.
🌐 www.smileyantenna.com
📧 [email protected]

Be heard. Be prepared. Be unstoppable.

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08/22/2025

📡 Special Announcement:
👉 Smiley Antenna will be there!
Come check out our USA-made, hand-tuned antennas built for rugged off-road and adventure use. Whether you’re looking to upgrade your comms for trails, overlanding, racing, or emergency use, we’ll have the gear that keeps you connected.

📍 Location: El Cajon Hobbies – UTVs + Off-Road
🕖 Time: 7AM–12PM, August 24th

Don’t miss this chance to connect with the East County off-road family, score deals, and see Smiley Antenna in action. See you there!

07/21/2025

🎙️ What is FRS? | Family Radio Service Explained
FRS radios are short-range, handheld radios that anyone can use—no license required in the U.S. Perfect for families, road trips, trail adventures, and staying in touch during emergencies.

✅ Operates on 462–467 MHz
✅ Up to 2 watts power (fixed antenna only)
✅ No license required
✅ Great for camping, off-roading, events, or around the neighborhood

🔧 Want better performance? Pair your radio with a Smiley Antenna—built rugged, hand-tuned, and made in the USA for top clarity and durability.

📡 Whether you’re coordinating camp, cruising in a convoy, or checking in at a festival—FRS keeps you connected.

🇺🇸 Smiley Antenna Co. – Built by hand. Proven by time. Since 1984.

07/15/2025

🔊 Does more wattage = better signal? Not always.

Your radio’s wattage (measured in watts) determines how much power it uses to transmit your signal—but power is only part of the equation.

📡 If your antenna isn’t tuned for your radio’s output wattage and frequency range, you’re not getting the range or clarity you should—and you could be damaging your radio.

⚠️ High SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) from a mismatched antenna reflects power back into the radio, reducing efficiency and risking burnout.

💡 Whether you’re pushing 1 watt or 50 watts, a properly tuned antenna ensures:
• Maximum transmission range
• Clearer audio/data
• Lower risk of radio damage
• Peak performance in the field

🎯 Every Smiley Antenna is hand-tuned in the USA for real-world performance and matched to your radio’s specs.

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🛠️ Know your wattage. Match your antenna. Transmit with confidence.

07/14/2025

What does “No Radials, No Ground Plane” mean? 🤔
Most antennas rely on metal surfaces (a ground plane) or extended wires (radials) to perform properly. But not ours.

🔧 Smiley Antennas are hand-tuned to work without either.
We precision-match every antenna to a field-tested master, ensuring optimal SWR and real-world performance — no vehicle roof, metal case, or radials required.

✅ Perfect for handheld radios.
✅ Tuned for open-air efficiency.
✅ Zero guesswork — just plug in and go.

📡 No ground plane. No radials. No problem.

Address

San Diego, CA

Telephone

+16195798916

Website

http://www.smileyantenna.com/

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