Hi Tom
That is so true!
I am lucky that I can send CW with:
Straight key, semi-automatic side-swiper, electronic side-swiper, iambic,
and a keyboard. However, the one which is still alluding me is my Minkey
from Sweden.
If you imagine a flat round, somewhat like some straight keys, with a
longitudinal split. The left and right sections then act as an iambic key,
but with pressure from above. This I am finding great difficulty in
mastering!
To me, for contesting, it is essential to use the keyboard, although the
contesting programs which I have used automate both run and search and
pounce QSO's by pressing the "enter" key having inputted the other stations
cal sign.
For GR100MGY I topped a rate of over 220 per hour on several occasions,
measured over a ten minute period.
BTW: I ordered a Begali 60th aniversary key before this thread came up on
the list!
The key which I covet is an original Marconi.
73
David W Wood
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Sunday, December 07, 2014 1:35 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Begali CW paddles
Well, Alan, in my view, that's the beauty of amateur radio.
There is typically no one way to do things, which leaves it up to us to find
creative strategies for working the various modes out there.
I'm sure that a few of my methods would be considered to be unorthodox to
some, but as long as they work, I keep using them. At the same time,
though, I always keep an open mind toward doing things differently if that
ultimately makes more sense.
After all, 10 years ago, I sent all of my CW with my trusty Bencher paddle,
even in contests. Now, I send CW contest exchanges via the computer, and
who knows, maybe someday, I'll even master the art of keyboard CW sending!
(grin)
Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Alan R. Downing
Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2014 6:29 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Begali CW paddles
Hi Tom, to the contrary, I have difficulty sending CW with a single arm
paddle. Iambic keying is for me, Hi.
73
Alan R. Downing
Phoenix, AZ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Tom Behler
Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2014 4:01 PM
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Subject: Re: Begali CW paddles
Lou and all:
I use my Bencher like it is a single-lever paddle. I never could get the
squeeze technique right either.
Tom Behler: KB8TYJ
-----Original Message-----
From: For blind ham radio operators [mailto:[log in to unmask]]
On Behalf Of Lou Kolb
Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2014 2:48 PM
To: [log in to unmask]
Subject: Re: Begali CW paddles
Mike
It's possible, in fact rather common, to use a dual lever paddle as if it
were a single-lever device. That's how I used my bencher paddle for years.
You just don't squeze it but rather hit each lever directly from its
respective side. You might want to experiment with widening the spacing
between the 2 levers. I agree with you, I don't care for iambic paddles.
That was one of the factors that drove me to a keyboard several years ago.
lou WA3MIX
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----- Original Message -----
From: "Mike Keithley" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Saturday, December 06, 2014 2:37 PM
Subject: Re: Begali CW paddles
> So am I correct that a single-lever paddle is not a squeeze device? I
> bought a used keyer with a squeeze paddle and just can't get used to
> it. I much prefer a straight key to that thing.
>
> ----- Original Message -----
> From: Alan R. Downing <[log in to unmask]>
> To: [log in to unmask]
> Date: Friday, December 5, 2014 3:50 pm
> Subject: Begali CW paddles
>
>>
>>
>> Good afternoon all, I am wondering if any of you use Begali paddles.
>> Though I am using a keyboard to send most of my CW these days, I
>> still love using my present Begali Magnetic Classic iambic paddle.
>> Begali paddles are more like jewelry than a mundane code key. This
>> happens to be the sixtieth anniversary of the founding of Begali in
>> Italy. They have come out with a spectacular sixtieth anniversary
>> paddle based on their famous Sculpture model paddle. I have just
>> ordered one and am looking forward to sending CW with it. My
>> Magnetic Classic is a wonderful paddle, but this special edition
>> paddle is surely a step or three beyond that. If any of you use a
>> Begali, I'd be interested in knowing which model you use. Have a
>> great weekend everyone, best 73.
>>
>>
>>
>> Alan
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>> Alan R. Downing
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>> Phoenix, AZ
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