[Elecraft] K3: machined concentric knobs from Mouser

[drewko]

I sure wouldn't pay $200 for machined aluminum knobs. I could make my
own if I wanted to, but don't see any need for it.

It's funny though, sometimes I think the K3 should have some kind of
hardshell cover for the front panel.  Then you could transport it
without having to worry about banging up the fragile controls and LCD.
Not that I transport the rig much... I guess I just think it would be
cool to have a snap-on or hinged panel cover.

73,
Drew
AF2Z


On Wed, 29 Jul 2009 22:08:06 -0700, Wayne N6KR wrote:

>Hi John,
>
>
>I suppose some operators might prefer a full set of machined knobs,  
>but you can imagine how the cost of K3 would have to increase given  
>$14 per small knob, and more for the larger ones. Like most other  
>manufacturers, we've tried to keep our rigs cost-effective, yet still  
>aesthetically pleasing.
>
>(That said, would you pay $200 for those knobs if we designed them for  
>you? Just asking....)
>
>73,
>Wayne
>N6KR
>