[Elecraft] Use of Abbreviations (OT?)

[Ron D'Eau Claire]

Jim KM5M asked:
Also, I'm still searching for a definitive answer to the question of whether

it is appropriate to use Q-signals in phone transmissions.  For example, is
it 
really appropriate to say "QRZ? this is K5XXX".  Or would it be correct to 
say "Who is calling me, this is K5XXX"?  Of course, using a Q-signal by 
reference would be appropriate, such as "The QRN level is very high today".
Or is it?

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Going back into the early 1930's as "phone" operators just starting to show
up on a few Ham bands in any number, you'll find QST articles speaking out
against the use of Q-codes on phone. 

But it's done every day. 

Whoever said it was harder to herd cats than direct Hams never tried to tell
a Ham how to operate.

As I writer, I've noticed that every field of endeavor tends to create its
own language. Much of it is quite justified. Special words provide nuances
and precision that other people don't need or appreciate. But much is
totally unjustified. It seems to be a natural tendency to create and
perpetuate code-speak that sets the group apart from "mere mortals". 

While Q-codes have a very legitimate purpose on CW, their use on phone seems
to fill this need among Hams. 

QSL?  

Ron AC7AC