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Niel Skousen

recommendations for CW paddles under $125

so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask

What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??

Niel
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rich hurd WC3T

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

It depends on your requirements. :)

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> so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask
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> What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??
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Bob McGraw - K4TAX

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

In the words of another highly regarded ham........."what ever makes you
feel comfortable is always best". Personally I'm pleased with my
Vibroplex Iambic paddle. Don't remember what it cost, but are the
standard model, no chrome base just texture grey finish but with
upgraded jewel movements.

73

Bob, K4TAX

On 1/13/2018 9:23 AM, rich hurd WC3T wrote:

> It depends on your requirements. :)
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> On Sat, Jan 13, 2018 at 9:55 AM, Niel Skousen <[hidden email]>
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>> so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask
>>
>> What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??
>>
>> Niel
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Hajo Dezelski

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

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Hi,

you can't go wrong with the paddles from Palm Radio. In former times I used
the Mini Paddles but switched to the Palm Single and Pico Single. They are
reliable at every speed and you can adjust them to a very low pressure.

73 de

Hajo dl1sdz

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Am 13.01.2018 3:56 nachm. schrieb "Niel Skousen" <[hidden email]
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Don Wilhelm

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

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Neil,

That all depends on your interpretation of "best". Please provide the
parameters for what you want in your paddles, and you will likely
receive a better answer.
I think my N3ZN single lever paddle is best for me, but it certainly
cost a lot more than $125.
There is a lot of personal tradeoffs that depend on a lot of things
related to your tactile sensation. Some would be able to homebrew
paddles from 2 hacksaw blades and some contacts salvaged from relays,
while others would never be happy with something like that.
You might want to peruse the portable paddles used by QRPers if you are
into obtaining effective paddles at a low price.
If you have the Elecraft KX2 or KX3, you might want to consider the
KXPD2 or KXPD3 - both are under your target price.

73,
Don W3FPR

On 1/13/2018 9:55 AM, Niel Skousen wrote:

Mike Markowski-2

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

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If you can stretch to $165, Kent Engineering paddles (
http://www.kent-engineers.com/ ) are very good.

73,
Mike ab3ap

Am 13.01.2018 3:56 nachm. schrieb "Niel Skousen"
<[hidden email]>:
> so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask
>
> What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??
>
> Niel
> WA7SSA
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Scott Manthe-2

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

I will second this. Yes, they are well worth the money!

73,
Scott N9AA

On 1/13/18 1:37 PM, Mike Markowski wrote:

> If you can stretch to $165, Kent Engineering paddles (
> http://www.kent-engineers.com/ ) are very good.
>
> 73,
> Mike ab3ap
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> Am 13.01.2018 3:56 nachm. schrieb "Niel Skousen"
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>> so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask
>>
>> What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??
>>
>> Niel
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Charlie T, K3ICH

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

AAARRRGGGGHH, my eyeballs are starting to bleed.

Can we just end this endless thread by saying that #1, you get what you pay
for and
#2, different strokes for different folks.

If not, why not ANOTHER round of what mike to use ???
Or, what antenna works best???
Or, what grass seed works best under a dipole antenna????

73, Charlie k3ICH

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I will second this. Yes, they are well worth the money!

73,
Scott N9AA

On 1/13/18 1:37 PM, Mike Markowski wrote:

> If you can stretch to $165, Kent Engineering paddles (
> http://www.kent-engineers.com/ ) are very good.
>
> 73,
> Mike ab3ap
>
> Am 13.01.2018 3:56 nachm. schrieb "Niel Skousen"
> <[hidden email]>:
>> so all the HexKey discussion has awakened an itch to ask
>>
>> What's the 'best' paddles under $125 ??
>>
>> Niel
>> WA7SSA
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IK4EWX

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

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Bencher BY2 (chromed) or BY1 (black) are great paddles with best performance
vs price.

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NS0R

Re: recommendations for CW paddles under $125

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I have had excellent luck with the Kent TP-1. It runs a little more than
$125. I think you can pick them up for around $160. It is my main key and I
take it with me everywhere I operate including field day. It has served me
well for many thousands of qso's without the need for re-adjustment or
polishing the contacts.

On Jan 13, 2018 8:56 AM, "Niel Skousen" <[hidden email]> wrote: