Mike,
I've run the gamut. Being tied closely to radios, I had a radio phone in the early 80's, got a "bag" cell ($1,100.00) mid 80's and gave them to about half my guys when in business.

The last 5 years it's been nothing but Nextels, FAR handier than a regular phone. Mine have always been a part of my job, and given to me by the people I've worked for, but I recently bought one and gave it to my son. He travels about a bit, and I use it for long distance since it's LOADS cheaper than the ole twisted pair.