{"product_id":"shakespeare-5218-black-19-inch-vhf-marine-antenna","title":"Shakespeare 5218 Black 19\" VHF Marine Antenna — SHA-5218","description":"\u003ch2\u003eShakespeare 5218 Black 19\" VHF Marine Antenna\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Shakespeare 5218 is a 19-inch VHF marine antenna finished in black — a clean, low-profile choice for vessels where aesthetics matter as much as performance. Delivering reliable 3 dB gain for coastal and near-offshore VHF communication, it’s a straightforward, dependable antenna that suits a wide range of powerboats, sailboats, and recreational vessels.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19-inch (approximately 1\/4 wave) VHF antenna with 3 dB gain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack finish for a clean, low-profile appearance on dark hulls, arches, and masts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFibreglass construction resistant to UV, salt spray, and marine exposure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOmnidirectional radiation pattern — suitable for vessels with roll and pitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompatible with standard VHF marine radios and SO-239\/PL-259 coax connections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart No. 5218\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eParts Desk Insights\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Use Case:\u003c\/strong\u003e An excellent all-round VHF antenna for recreational powerboats, sailboats, and day boats operating in coastal and inland waters where a compact, visually unobtrusive antenna is preferred. The black finish makes it a natural fit for vessels with dark superstructures, T-tops, or radar arches where a white antenna would stand out. The 3 dB omnidirectional pattern is well-suited to sailing vessels and smaller powerboats where a higher-gain antenna’s narrower pattern would be a disadvantage. Confirm mounting thread size and coax connector type before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"WEST","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43943902019620,"sku":"SHA-5218","price":171.44,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5799\/7604\/files\/da4733b9-6595-47db-a72c-58460d0dbf3d.png?v=1784072811","url":"https:\/\/marisolmarine.com\/products\/shakespeare-5218-black-19-inch-vhf-marine-antenna","provider":"Marisol Marine Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}