[Elecraft] I got big heavy knobs...

[Doug Person via Elecraft]

The extra weight is not a problem.  I've been using them for years with 
no issues.  They are wonderful.
73, Doug -- K0DXV

On 5/16/2014 9:53 AM, David Cole wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I have just purchased a set of those all metal knobs for my K3...  I did
> not really realize just how heavy they were...
>
> The thought then occurred to me that the encoder shafts for both the
> main and the sub tuning may not be able to take the additional weight...
> Is this a valid worry?  If you are using these knobs, how long have you
> had them on?
>
> Does anyone know if the encoder bearings are metal or is it just a
> plastic encoder shaft bearing?
>