[CW] Semi-Automatic 17th

Werner 'Joe' Jochem DK7VW joe at dk7vw.de
Mon Feb 15 15:12:35 EST 2010


Henry Mei'l's wrote:

> Ooops!
> 
> Schlakentesten= semi-automatic key/bug (I hope.)
> Just checked AGCW www.
> 
> 73s OZ1UF

Schlackertaste would be nice.

schlackern - to dangle
Taste - key

In fact there is no specific word for a mechanical bug in the German 
language. Most German hams use the English word 'bug' for this sort of 
morse key. 'Schlackertaste' sounds humorous since 'schlackern' describes 
the fact that something doesn't fit properly in its dimensions (maybe 
your large pants schlackern around your thin legs ;) ).

73 Joe DK7VW


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