Not sure if you are iksar, but you could also consider doing this quest if you are just wanting to get some starter gear.
http://wiki.project1999.com/Sparring_Armor
The stats aren't the best, but there is no better feeling in EQ than getting your own gear. I still can't bring myself to depart with some of my original gear that i worked for.
Also, if not an iksar or for alternatives you can check out
http://wiki.project1999.com/Monk at the bottom. If you look at the pre-planar gear (and even Kunark) some of it isn't too badly prices. I'd try for some classic-era gear with some cheap Kunark weapons (like Wu's Quivering Staff).