[Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key

[EricJ]

I switch between keys frequently using a variety of straight keys, bugs, 
cooties and paddles, sometimes during a QSO. It would be a royal pain to 
have any kind of permanent mounting. I have a couple of pieces of 
leather I got from a Tandy store years ago. Michael's also has nice 
pieces about 3x6" for a buck or two. Just lay the leather down on your 
desk and lay the key on top of it. It gives the key an elegant look, and 
the key stays put for either hand. The method is untested for left or 
right foot.

It wouldn't be a bad idea to reconsider technique including backing off 
the tension a little, and try to lighten up a bit. It shouldn't take 
brute force to hold a key in place.

Eric
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