[CW] Worn Out Keys?

[cod947]

We ran mobile CW for almost 30 years ... 60+ miles commute one way every day ... 2 1/2 hours or more of CW a day ......

We had a Ten Tec single lever paddle ... I think it cost $3.85 ...Black plastic .. had a crinkle finish on it ...

After the 30 years I had worn the crinkle finish smooth ...  but it still works ..

Whitey  K1VV/M  
  ----- Original Message ----- 
  From: Karl Zuk 
  To: cw at mailman.qth.net 
  Sent: Saturday, November 13, 2010 9:03 AM
  Subject: [CW] Worn Out Keys?


  In all my days, I don't think I have ever seen any type of key or paddle that was literally worn out.

  We have all seen physical damage by dropping, especially broken plastic parts.
  That kind of abuse doesn't count. 

  Has anyone ever had to retire a key due to long use?
  I'm still trying to wear out mine!

  My two long-time favorites are basic:
  Navy Sparkproofs with their black mushroom knobs and the basic Ameco K-4 with shorting bar. 

  I would be very curious to hear your stories. 

  Many thanks, Karl Zuk  N2KZ



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