[Elecraft] suggestions for a paddle?

[Dan KB6NU]

I second the vote for the Begali paddles. I use a Simplex (the least  
expensive model), and it's a great paddle.

That Bencher Hex Key is a nice paddle, though, too. I'd like to own  
one of each. :)

73!

Dan KB6NU
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On Dec 17, 2006, at 1:51 PM, Jay Schwisow wrote:
> Tom,
>
> Now this will make a good thread - enough arguing about no-code vs.  
> code.
>
> I highly recommend a Begali paddle as seen as www.i2rtf.com.  This  
> is assuming cost is not an option.  I have used a Bencher,  
> Vibroplex and Schurr.  IMHO, I do not believe there is a better  
> paddle made.  I also believe that very few will disagree with me.
>
> I have met Piero and he has an incredible passion for designing the  
> best paddles in the world.  It shows.  All of the paddles are great  
> - I currently own a Signature Edition and a Magnetic Traveler.
>
> Jay - KT5E
>
> tom martin wrote:
>>   1.. Happy Holidays to all.. Been thinking about purchasing a new  
>> paddle. think I might need to spend the "big bucks" for a Schurr  
>> Profi? Would like to think I don't have to do that. All my ham  
>> career I have been using a Bencher paddle and have been  
>> satisified. Really like the looks of the Elecraft-Bencher  
>> paddle?                                                               
>>                   Any suggestions on what to get??   
>> Thanks.                                                               
>>                                               Tom  km4cu