W4DBF
Expired1x3District 4
Competitive callsign — 8 applications filed with the FCC.
License HolderFRANKS JR, DONALD B
License ClassTechnician
Min. Class RequiredGeneral
LocationLAURENS, SC
Grant DateDec 9, 2014
Expiration DateDec 9, 2024
Available for ApplicationsDec 10, 2026
W4DBF is a highly sought-after 1x3 format amateur radio callsign. The license is currently held by FRANKS JR, DONALD B in LAURENS, SC. This callsign has attracted significant interest in the amateur radio community, with 8 vanity applications filed with the FCC. The most recent was submitted by FRANKS JR, DONALD B on Nov 19, 2014. W4DBF has 7 recorded FCC license history events.
CW & Voice Analysis
Morse Code
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CW Weight: 31 units(Moderate)
Voice Phonetics
Whiskey Four Delta Bravo Foxtrot
Readability: 8/10(High readability)
Available Dec 10, 2026 (98 days remaining)
Requires General license or higher to apply for this callsign format (1x3).
License History
- Administrative Update AppliedNov 5, 2019
- License IssuedDec 9, 2014
- Vanity Callsign GrantedDec 9, 2014
- License CanceledOct 23, 2009
- License ModifiedSep 14, 2009
- License IssuedApr 17, 2009
- Vanity Callsign GrantedApr 17, 2009
Vanity Application Activity
Competing applications filed with the FCC for this callsign.