[CW] T.R. McElroy Bug

[stan levandowski]

I have never owned a true vintage bug, assuming that modern day 
equipment would be far superior in terms of operation and reliability. 


I presently  use a KN4YB right angle bug and I'm entirely satisfied with 
it.


There are two McElroy bugs presently on eBAY.  They are talking to me...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/183537880447?ssPageName=STRK:MESINDXX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1436.l2649


https://www.ebay.com/itm/1939-TR-McElroy-MAC-Deluxe-Telegraph-Key-Bug-in-Original-Box-Near-NOS/153266745299?epid=8018368966&hash=item23af68efd3:g:LJ0AAOSwZ~ha2123:rk:1:pf:0




Questions:  Is it likely that an 80 year old instrument will hold up to 
daily use?  Do these vintage keys present with lots of contact bounce?  
Does any lister own one of these and is it heavy enough to withstand a 
heavy hand?  Does it like the speed range 18-25 wpm?  


Comments and opinions from those of you who know about these things 
would be very much appreciated.


Thanks and 73,


Stan WB2LQF