Of course there are few things as personal as paddles. In that regard, modern CW paddles remind me of personal fountain pens of long, long ago. But, ignoring the subtle nuances of such personal preferences:
1) The KX3 paddles have levers that actually move, rather than the pressure-sensitive stationary paddles of the KX1. 2) Even so, the KX3 paddles are *very* rugged with steel pin bearings rather than tapered pivots with fragile points. You lift the KX3, complete with internal batteries, by the paddle arms without damaging the paddles or disturbing the adjustments. 3) Adjustments to the spacing and travel are made by two small Allen wrenches supplied with the KXPD3 paddles, so if you like to mess with the adjustments a lot, be sure to take them into the field with you. 73, Ron AC7AC -----Original Message----- I have a KX3 but I did not get the key paddle option. I am thinking of getting one because I may do some portable work where my current paddle of choice is just too much of a hassle. But, I am curious about one thing. Is the key paddle rugged enough that carrying the KX3 in a backpack or other carrying bag would not break it or damage or alter keying action. Is it better than the KX1 key paddles which I did have and took them off because they just never felt right -- I could not get used to them for some bizarre reason. Thanks. 73, phil, K7PEH ______________________________________________________________ Elecraft mailing list Home: http://mailman.qth.net/mailman/listinfo/elecraft Help: http://mailman.qth.net/mmfaq.htm Post: mailto:Elecraft@mailman.qth.net This list hosted by: http://www.qsl.net Please help support this email list: http://www.qsl.net/donate.html
