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James, As you probably know "high end" does not always guarantee the right feel for each one of us. Over 30 years of trying everything from J-38s to a Begali I seem to have come full circle back to the keys you already have. I did just order one of the Black Widow kits you see on the earlier posts. As a result I have a lot of keys catching dust right now including the Begali which seems to nice to use at times and subconsciously worry about getting finger prints on the it. I'd recommend spending the money on a kit etc. As far as trying them out, have not had that luxury other than at shows etc.. Just one opinion, hope it helps. Cheers, Jim/k2hn _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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James
I went on the personal recommendation of a friend who is also a top notch CW operator. The paddles in question are Schurr Profi, which used to be imported into the UK via a dealer who attended many of the radio rallies. I had the opportunity to try the paddles at my friends house and also on the rally stall. Unfortunately the trader in question is no longer in business. 73 Dave, G4AON K2 #1892, K1 #1154 For those of you that may have something like Begali, how did you find the right key for you and buy it.. did you try them out? _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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Like several others here I also use the Schurr Profi. Apart from being
a delight to use, it just looks so well engineered. It certainly has my vote:-) Trev G3ZYY In message <[hidden email]>, Dave <[hidden email]> writes >James > >I went on the personal recommendation of a friend who is also a top >notch CW operator. The paddles in question are Schurr Profi, which used >to be imported into the UK via a dealer who attended many of the radio >rallies. I had the opportunity to try the paddles at my friends house >and also on the rally stall. Unfortunately the trader in question is no >longer in business. > >73 Dave, G4AON >K2 #1892, K1 #1154 > >For those of you that may have something like Begali, how did you find >the right key for you and buy it.. did you try them out? >_______________________________________________ >Elecraft mailing list >Post to: [hidden email] >You must be a subscriber to post to the list. >Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): >http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft >Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm >Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com -- Trevor Day UKSMG #217 www.uksmg.org _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Dave, G4AON
On Jun 7, 2006, at 11:21 AM, Dave wrote:
> James > > I went on the personal recommendation of a friend who is also a top > notch CW operator. The paddles in question are Schurr Profi, which > used to be imported into the UK via a dealer who attended many of > the radio rallies. I had the opportunity to try the paddles at my > friends house and also on the rally stall. Unfortunately the trader > in question is no longer in business. > > 73 Dave, G4AON > K2 #1892, K1 #1154 > > For those of you that may have something like Begali, how did you > find the right key for you and buy it.. did you try them out? James is in the U.S. and fortunately Schurr paddles ARE available here <http://www.mtech.whsites.net/schurr/>. I chose my Begali Simplex based on the information on their website. Price was a factor, but I have no regrets in that decision. 73 - Bob, N7XY K2 #3273 _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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For a number of years I used the Bencher paddles and was happy. Then I
got wind that there was something better. I picked up a used pair of Kent paddles and guess what, they are definitely better than the Benchers. Benchers have a squishy / flexible feel, Kent is solid. I recently picked up a good straight key (Junker) and it is a lot nicer than the Speed-X I had been using. The action is noticeably smoother and crisper. It all has me thinking about some nicer paddles. Of course, I use the straight key more than the paddles so I'm not making any changes right now. - Keith KD1E - - K2 5411 - -----Original Message----- From: james ... Currently I have my trusty black and chrome benchers which have worked great for years. _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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Also worth consideration is the Bencher Hex key available from Elecraft. I have the Bencher BY-1 and the Kent TP-1, both good keys but the Hex key is much smoother. (IMHO) 73, Tony W7GO _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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So, Tony, is the improvement going from Kent to the Hex key as great as
the improvement going from the BY-1 to the Kent? An Elecraft key for my Elecraft rig - oh man, I sure don't need another thing to spend money on right now :-) - Keith KD1E - - K2 5411 - -----Original Message----- From: Tony Morgan Also worth consideration is the Bencher Hex key available from Elecraft. I have the Bencher BY-1 and the Kent TP-1, both good keys but the Hex key is much smoother. (IMHO) _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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Keith,
I would say yes. The Kent has a mechanical feel and sound to it (which isn't necessarily bad). The Hex key is much quieter and smoother in operation. The Hex key of course uses magnets which gives it a totally different feel. The flex on the arms is not a factor if you don't slap it around. If you are heavy fisted, the Kent may be a better choice. I have quite a selection of paddles both iambic and single and my favorite is a Brown Bros BTL-A but that's another story. ;>) 73, Tony W7GO Keith wrote: > So, Tony, is the improvement going from Kent to the Hex key as great as > the improvement going from the BY-1 to the Kent? > > > _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Jim and Carol
James
When I was in Baltimore for a biz trip, I met LL K3ESE for dinner. He asked if I wanted to try using the Begali paddles and offered to send me a Begali simplex dual lever paddle for a trial run. I used the paddles and decided to purchase the Begali. One of the best HR purchases I have made. The quality, look, feel, and keying performance is the best I have experienced. If you can make a trial run on these keys, take the opprtunity to do so. Dan NØTK Highlands Ranch,CO _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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In reply to this post by Jim and Carol
I've used all the Begali paddles, Benchers and some others, and I've
settled on the Begali Simplex as my all-time favorite. Pricewise, it's at the low end of the high-end, I suppose, delivered for $154, I think. The workmanship is lovely, but the feel, ease of adjustment and stability is what I was looking for, and found, in this key. LL/K3ESE _______________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Post to: [hidden email] You must be a subscriber to post to the list. Subscriber Info (Addr. Change, sub, unsub etc.): http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/subscribers.htm Elecraft web page: http://www.elecraft.com |
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