[CW] Begali Bug

[ulrich@steinberg.cc]

Most of you have probably looked at Piero Begali's line of keys and paddles (if not check it out at http://www.i2rtf.com ) which are among the best that money can buy.

Over time I've had some influence on my friend Piero to build keys for me that I always wanted to have but couldn't find. (the incredible Magnetic Traveler is the latest example) What I'm currently trying to coax him into is to build a fully automatic (dots and dashes) mechanical bug.  I think he has taken the bait, and he's seriously thinking about a traditional bug (just automatic dots) and a fully automatic bug [both would be using magnetic action rather than springs, and have his hallmark gold/palladium plated bases].  He approaches this more as a mechanical challenge to build the very best rather than with great hopes for a commercial success.  Still, it would help my case with him if I could project how many of those he could sell, and what a realistic market price would be.  Any suggestions?

73, Ulrich, N2DE (DJ8GO)