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, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 However, both have been replaced by a Scheunemann M-Dirigent (was Schurr Profi). http://www.morsex.com/scheun/ 73, Gus Hansen KB0YH BY-1: http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p199.html Hex Key: http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p250.html On 1/10/2018 12:23 PM, Fred Jensen wrote: 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. The threads are fairly coarse and adjustment was very touchy and not readily repeatable. __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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. The threads are fairly coarse and adjustment was very touchy and not readily repeatable. Old injuries and resultant arthritis in my hands was making the HexKey hard to use and I now use an N3ZN single-lever which has really helped. Additionally, the adjustment screws are 52 TPI and very easy to get right. The ZN-SL is also on a much heavier base and never moves. Dave made a cover for it too. 73, Fred ["Skip"] K6DGW Sparks NV DM09dn Washoe County On 1/10/2018 3:18 AM, Petr, OK1RP/M0SIS wrote: 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, N2DAN. The fine wide range and proper adjustment of the Mercury N2DAN is completely "different story" compare to Hex key. http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p206.html http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p250.html 2c... Best 73 - Petr, OK1RP __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?
Hexagonal base. The shape of the base confuses mistakes so most do not make it to the paddles thereby improving sending. It's certainly worth the >$300 to trap errors, isn't it? 73, Ron AC7AC -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@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 Allen wrench. C __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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, N2DAN. The fine wide range and proper adjustment of the Mercury N2DAN is completely "different story" compare to Hex key. http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p206.html http://www.vibroplex.com/contents/en-us/p250.html 2c... Best 73 - Petr, OK1RP - http://ok1rp.blogspot.com -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 adeguate value for this first class iambic paddle. I own a great N2DAN paddle, so I think to know the quality of your paddle. Ian IK4EWX -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ 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 Message delivered to rmcg...@blomand.net __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 know the quality of your paddle. Ian IK4EWX -- Sent from: http://elecraft.365791.n2.nabble.com/ __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 are "new" knockoffs. I have found that the "Best Offer" items can go for 20% or more below the asking price. The completed listings won't tell what the selling price of those items were, unfortunately. Ebay also has quite high fees when you include Ebay and Paypal fees, but you do get some protections not found in private sales. 73, Mark W7MLG On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 11:24 AM, K2bewwrote: > 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 just list it as an auction starting relatively low > and let the market set the price. > 73 > Tom > > On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 11:41 Chuck Milam, N9KY wrote: > > > There's one listed on eBay right now for $399.95. > > > > --- > > Chuck Milam, N9KY > > n...@arrl.net > > > > -- > Sent from my iPad Gmail > __ > 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 > Message delivered to marklgoldb...@gmail.com > __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?
A paddle keyer named "HEX" ??? I thought you were asking about an Allen wrench. C -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net] On Behalf Of Nr4c Sent: Tuesday, January 09, 2018 10:39 AM To: j...@kk9a.com Cc: 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, at 2:55 PM, "j...@kk9a.com" <j...@kk9a.com> wrote: > > $1? > > John KK9A > > > > Scott Manthe wrote: > > 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 > > > __ > 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 Message delivered to > n...@widomaker.com __ 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 Message delivered to pin...@erols.com __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 just list it as an auction starting relatively low and let the market set the price. 73 Tom On Tue, Jan 9, 2018 at 11:41 Chuck Milam, N9KYwrote: > There's one listed on eBay right now for $399.95. > > --- > Chuck Milam, N9KY > n...@arrl.net > > -- Sent from my iPad Gmail __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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, Nr4cwrote: > 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 KK9A > > > > > > > > Scott Manthe wrote: > > > > 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 > > > > > > __ > > 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 > > Message delivered to n...@widomaker.com > > __ > 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 > Message delivered to n...@arrl.net > __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 KK9A > > > > Scott Manthe wrote: > > 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 > > > __ > 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 > Message delivered to n...@widomaker.com __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 made these. To me a hex key is the same as an Allen wrench which is inside an Elecraft envelope with every transceiver and k-pod. John KK9A john wrote: $1? John KK9A Scott Manthe wrote: 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 __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?
Sorry, I was not aware that you were referring to an Elecraft CW paddle. I was not aware that they made these. To me a hex key is the same as an Allen wrench which is inside an Elecraft envelope with every transceiver and k-pod. John KK9A john wrote: $1? John KK9A Scott Manthe wrote: 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 __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 Elecraft labeled Hex Key is worth? I've got one in great shape that I'm considering selling. Thanks, Scott N9AA __ 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 Message delivered to k...@flex.com . __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
Re: [Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?
Mine must be REAY valuable since the Elecraft logo is incorrectly stamped upside down! True collectors, stop salivating, it's NOT for sale. (Shade of the "Inverted Jenny" USPS stamp..) Chas -Original Message- From: elecraft-boun...@mailman.qth.net [mailto:elecraft-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. > >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 garden-variety Elecraft hex keys seldom bring more than a C-note, even when accompanied with the original Elecraft sales receipts, owner's manuals, and authenticating certificates. It's common knowledge in the Elecraft hex key collector community that only low serial-numbered hex keys with the winged Elecraft emblem bring top dollar or trade. If you are the lucky owner of one of those extremely-rare and highly-desired beauties, announce details on the list I noted above or on the "Classifieds" page of the EHKCA website. You may be able to arrange even trade for a new K3s/KPA1500/P3 combo! Good luck! Mike / KK5F EHKCA Member 13P-237784 __ 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 Message delivered to pin...@erols.com __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 garden-variety Elecraft hex keys seldom bring more than a C-note, even when accompanied with the original Elecraft sales receipts, owner's manuals, and authenticating certificates. It's common knowledge in the Elecraft hex key collector community that only low serial-numbered hex keys with the winged Elecraft emblem bring top dollar or trade. If you are the lucky owner of one of those extremely-rare and highly-desired beauties, announce details on the list I noted above or on the "Classifieds" page of the EHKCA website. You may be able to arrange even trade for a new K3s/KPA1500/P3 combo! Good luck! Mike / KK5F EHKCA Member 13P-237784 __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[Elecraft] Elecraft Hex Key worth?
$1? John KK9A Scott Manthe wrote: 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 __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
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 labeled Hex Key is worth? I've got one in great shape that I'm considering selling. Thanks, Scott N9AA __ 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 Message delivered to pin...@erols.com __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com
[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 __ 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 Message delivered to arch...@mail-archive.com