[ARC5] Call Letters

[Kenneth G. Gordon]

On 12 Jul 2013 at 12:41, Geoff wrote:

> > I've had this one for 57 years, so far. It was a re-issue from a
> > 1930s call. I like it. Empty Kegs o'Beer. I think I'll keep it.
> >
> > Ken W7EKB
> 
> Long calls are fine on AM, on CW its a hindrance.

Actually, if you compare the length on CW of your call vs mine, you will find 
there is no significant difference. Calculate it out in bauds and you will see. 
One more "dah" in my call than yours. Three more "dit" lengths worth of 
"dahs" in yours than in mine (24 vs 21). The number "1" in your call causes 
the biggest problem. 

Besides, I don't use AM. Never liked it.

> For contesting and
> DXing short is mo betta

Well, since "everybody" has a 2X1 or a 1X2 these days, most DX stations I 
contact lately always miss the "E" in my call at first...which isn't surprising 
given the way most people think now.

Ken W7EKB