Thanks for the kind words, Ed.
There are a few VP2's in Alaska that have recorded down to -40 reliably for many years, though I do not know if any are members here. 2 other short stories.
A VP2 Pro+ survived being submerged in a tidal swamp in New Jersey during and after Hurricane/Superstorm Sandy. I think that story maybe on the forum.
Another VP2 Pro+ survived Hurricane Harvey outside of the Houston are. It recorded 90mph+ winds and had a wind run of over 49,000 miles on it. That story is on the forum.
I believe both units are still operating to this day.
It may cost more, but its reliability is proven. My unit is approaching 7 years old and the only thing I have had to do is change the battery 2 times, clean the unit, and clean out the rain gauge of debris every 3-4months. The unit is sitting 80 meters from where I'm typing this and has no issues transmitting through 2 walls and the roof to the console.
John