[CQ-Contest] 10-4?

[NW7US, Tomas]

> I'll gently remind them that we use QSL or Roger instead of 10-4.

Wouldn't a purist say that Q-codes should only be used in CW mode, and not  
on voice modes?  I've heard it argued that Q-codes were shorthand phrases  
used in CW mode, and that on voice modes, folks ought to just say what  
they mean.

Then, I've heard a number of folks discuss the use of prowords like  
"Roger" and "Clear."  I've always thought it humorous to hear "Over and  
out."  "I'll be clear on your final."

Back to you, over.


73 de Tomas, NW7US (AAR0JA/AAA0WA)

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