Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

Yes, of course as Gus said the Bencher BY-1 is far different - single pivot, spring tensioning, no adjustment. (Set spring tensioning, no adjustments to make other than desired contact spacing) It is completely different system compare to Hex key. It is not possible to mix up them... 73 - Petr,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

Other than having two paddles for iambic keying, these keys are quite different. The BY-1 is fragile and finicky; the Hex key is solid and easily adjusted. I've had both and much prefer the Hex key. However, both have been replaced by a Scheunemann M-Dirigent (was Schurr Profi).    

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

I had a HexKey from Elecraft for quite awhile.  It was basically the Bencher BY-1 paddle mechanism on a hexagonal base that was somewhat heavier [and more stable] than the BY-1 base.  Dave, W8FGU, made me a cover. A deficiency in both the BY-1 and HexKey was the contact adjustment screws. 

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

oun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Charlie T Sent: Tuesday, January 9, 2018 10:13 AM To: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth? A paddle keyer named "HEX" ??? I thought you were asking about an Al

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

Hi all, just small note... The Hex key is NOT the Mercury copy. Bencher is making their own Mercury, N2DAN keys under license and their Hex key is another product with a bit different concept. The Hex key is simplified paddle. It is high standard paddle but not comparable with the Mercury,

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

I think this is what one looks like. 73 Bob, K4TAX On 1/9/2018 1:14 PM, IK4EWX wrote: Scott, the hex key is a copy of a N2DAN on an hex base, produced by Bencher after they bought the right of N2DAN paddle. Sure it is a great key. Vibroplex/Bencher now sell il for 324 $, I think this is

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

Scott, the hex key is a copy of a N2DAN on an hex base, produced by Bencher after they bought the right of N2DAN paddle. Sure it is a great key. Vibroplex/Bencher now sell il for 324 $, I think this is adeguate value for this first class iambic paddle. I own a great N2DAN paddle, so I think to

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

Select "Completed listings" on the left of the ebay page and you can see what past items sold (or did not sell) for. Two recently sold for about $200. That is the real value I would use as a reference. Ebay has transitioned to a lot of "Buy It Now" and "Best Offer" items instead of auctions. Many

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: elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth? I paid $200 for mine new a few guests ago. Passed it to another CW op when I purchased a real N2DAN Mercury paddle. I liked the Hex a lot. Very stable and solid feel. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 8, 2018, a

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

There is a big difference between what someone asks and what someone is willing to pay. There are overpriced things on eBay posted all the time by people trying to flip them just to make money. I shake my head many times over the prices I sometimes see things listed for. If your going that route

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

There's one listed on eBay right now for $399.95. --- Chuck Milam, N9KY n...@arrl.net On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 9:38 AM, Nr4c wrote: > I paid $200 for mine new a few guests ago. Passed it to another CW op when > I purchased a real N2DAN Mercury paddle. > > I liked the Hex a

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

I paid $200 for mine new a few guests ago. Passed it to another CW op when I purchased a real N2DAN Mercury paddle. I liked the Hex a lot. Very stable and solid feel. Sent from my iPhone ...nr4c. bill > On Jan 8, 2018, at 2:55 PM, "j...@kk9a.com" wrote: > > $1? > > John

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

No worries, John! I should have been a little more specific. We see the world through our own eyes, which is the source of much confusion. 73, Scott N9AA On 1/8/18 7:16 PM, j...@kk9a.com wrote: Sorry, I was not aware that you were referring to an Elecraft CW paddle. I was not aware that they

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

If it was binary it would be worth a lot more,  and work with the Elecraft gear,  but being Hex it does not have much use these days. Id be afraid of it casting a spell on my radio,  not going to put a Hex on mine. Merv K9FD/KH6 $1? John KK9A Scott Manthe wrote: Does anyone know what an

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

craft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Mike Morrow Sent: Monday, January 08, 2018 5:07 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth? >Does anyone know what an Elecraft labeled Hex Key is worth? I've got >one in great shape that I'm considering selling. > &

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

>Does anyone know what an Elecraft labeled Hex Key is worth? I've got one >in great shape that I'm considering selling. > >Thanks, >Scott N9AA Have you contacted the Elecraft Hex Key Collectors' Association (EHKCA) website, or joined their e-mail list on QTH.net? Frankly, run-of-the-mill

Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?

39¢ ??? C -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Scott Manthe Sent: Monday, January 08, 2018 1:11 PM To: Elecraft@mailman.qth.net Subject: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth? Does anyone know what an Elecraft