[SCCC] springless key

Bob Wilson N6HB at n6hb.org
Thu Dec 27 00:19:54 EST 2007


[mailto:sccc-bounces at contesting.com] On Behalf Of Loren Hunt wrote:

> I would prefer a non-Iambic single paddle type as it
> is what I am used to. I'm not wishing to break the
> bank on a high end unit but I don't want any of that
> fine junk either. I have 2 questions:
> 1) Are the springless units "all that" or am I just
> limiting the field? I'm not apposed to springs, just
> trying to upgrade an old key with something better.

I thought the same thing, but I now believe the spring type are the way to
go. I have two paddles, and recommend both.
1. Bencher single-lever (ST-1)
2. Schurr PROFI 2 (dual-lever, but easy to use as non-iambic)

I haven't had to adjust either in years.

-Bob



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