[GreenKeys] Ribbons that don't dry out?

[John, W9DDD]

Any particular kind of ink?  And I'm assuming the misting is by means of 
a recycled pump spray bottle, or can you get ink in an aerosol container 
these days?

John, W9DDD

On 4/12/2019 2:48 PM, Nick wrote:
> Re-inking is also a possibility - done it several times.
> Two nails in the side of the workbench, 4-5 feet apart, hang the spools, 
> some paper or plastic behind and very slightly mist down section by 
> section of the ribbon. If you like to avoid the mess inside, do it 
> outside between two fence posts, trees, just use your imagination.
> Don't apply too much ink at ones - if you are not happy with the 
> outcome, apply another mist. A ribbon does not hold much ink - if 
> soaked, it's difficult to get rid of the access.
> 
> Nick  -  N0NCQ
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> -------- Original message --------
> From: WAYNE <teletypeparts at comcast.net>
> Date: 4/12/19 2:49 PM (GMT-05:00)
> To: Charles <charlesmorris800 at centurytel.net>, GreenKeys Digest 
> <greenkeys at mailman.qth.net>
> Subject: Re: [GreenKeys] Ribbons that don't dry out?
> 
> Charles,
> 
> 
> Yes, the best bet is to remove the ribbons and store in a zip lock bag.  
> Roll up any extra ribbon till the spools are together.
> 
> 
> A common problem.
> 
> 
> 73,
> 
> 
> Wayne
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> KB1FDW<mailto:teletypeparts at comcast.net>
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