I've been a DXer for over 56 years in New Zealand, Australia, and the UK.
These days I don't chase QSL's, as I've Verified over 100 MW Countries, and 120 SW ones. (Whilst in N.Z.)
Some of the more interesting QSL's are published here.
My DXing these days is more Utility orientated, including HF, VHF, and UHF. (With HF Aero taking up a lot of my time.)
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Equipment I use is :- Icom Pcr1000 (Great for VHF)
Kenwood R-1000
Yassu FRG 7700 ( A great HF work horse)
Uniden UBCT8
Other gear in use is , Yupiteru MVT-7100, Sangeam ATS 818acs, and a VR120 handheld
Antennas everything from a long wire (random), to Comercial Whips etc.