Begali Traveler CW Paddle Unboxing Look & Feel ~ Portable QRP Morse

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  • Опубликовано: 11 дек 2024

Комментарии • 78

  • @barrykery1175
    @barrykery1175 6 лет назад +4

    One you adjust the contacts with the supplied feeler gauge and get use to the touch, the paddles won't slid around. My Bencher paddles use to have a very wide gap, since I really did not understand how to adjust the paddles properly. One I got the Begali paddles like you have and I adjusted them using the feeler gauge, no more sliding of the paddles on my desk top. I have since adjusted my Bencher paddles the same way and again, no more sliding of the paddles. I liked my Begali Traveler Light paddles so much, I purchased a second pair and use them for portable operations.
    Barry, KU3X

  • @gliderrider
    @gliderrider 6 лет назад +8

    I've got the cheapest Begali they sell. It's like jewelry. I love using it! So cool you got to meet the man himself.

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад +2

      Jewelry is a good investment.

  • @ik04
    @ik04 6 лет назад +1

    I have a Begali Spark straight key and it is awesome. This video is pushing me to pick out one of his paddles! Begali is the best!

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      ik04 I hear you. This isn't my last

  • @MrCowboybud
    @MrCowboybud 6 лет назад +2

    With mineI bought a no slip mat from amazon. It is the type of mat you lay on your dashboard to keep you keys and glasses from sliding around. It was like 7-8 dollars. It is like 5’”x 9”, I ended up cutting it in half. The aluminum paddles come out of Texas, it gives the key a better feel.

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      I see, I think I might have some of that stuff laying around. Thanks for the tip!

  • @PT9KK
    @PT9KK 6 лет назад +5

    Complimenti! You bought the KEYER! I have the Leonessa keyer made by Begali. BTW, should you ever need a replacement part, you can count on them. Mr. Begali and his daughter are super duper!

    • @NamasenITN
      @NamasenITN 6 лет назад +1

      Luciano Gasparini hi! Newcomer here. Why do you call it "keyer" instead of "key"? Thanks for your reply!

  • @barrykery1175
    @barrykery1175 6 лет назад +3

    You are going to love those paddles. I have two sets of them. One set for portable operating and one set in the shack. Do youself a favor and set the contacts with the feeler gauge that came with the paddles. Once I did that and got use to the feel, I set all of my paddles with the feeler gauge, including my Bencher paddles.
    The one plastic paddle broke on mine, I think it was cracked from new and it just took time before it fell apart. It's and easy job to replace a broke paddle.
    KU3X

  • @nr3rful
    @nr3rful 6 лет назад +2

    As I had said before, nice to see reviews and information on CW. All that the others seem to know is Digital, Digital Digital. MIght as well text

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад +1

      Yes, it's an art form. Always can improve. Love CW

  • @Ron_C
    @Ron_C 6 лет назад +2

    smooth like buttah! Looks like a solid chunk of goodness!

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад +1

      Like a sculpture that belongs in a museum.

  • @WH6FQE
    @WH6FQE 2 года назад

    I have been looking at them online but I thought they were lightweight plastic by the looks of them. I think I will order one now that I know it isnt the cheap plastic that everyone else is selling.

  • @davidwilliamson2115
    @davidwilliamson2115 6 лет назад +2

    An idea why not put suction cups on the bottom when you push down on the body of the key, teh weight will expel the air between the bottom of the cups and the serface thus, attaching the key to what ever it is on?

  • @TechGearJunkie
    @TechGearJunkie 6 лет назад +2

    Other folks watch videos on Bugatti's. Hams want Begali!

  • @KuriosPC
    @KuriosPC 6 лет назад +2

    I'm not a CW guy, but that is a fine looking Paddle...

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      Yeah, I think I've become a collector.

  • @Gigital33
    @Gigital33 6 лет назад +1

    Hi. I have the same key, also in blue, since a few weeks ago, mine S.N: 916. It is very good, I am very happy with this key. enjoy it! EA1IYI 73 from Spain!

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      So happy to have this. Thanks!

  • @wa6gxq
    @wa6gxq 6 лет назад +2

    Work of art!

  • @meggalavk3ktt
    @meggalavk3ktt 6 лет назад +2

    cool great unboxing thank i think i will get one i have the expedition already but this looks perfect for portable ops and travel
    de vk3meg

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      Yes, I recommend this for sure. I made my first QSO with it this last weekend. It's a dream. Just barely touch it. I have a video being uploaded right now, it should be ready within 2 hours of me using this on the road.
      Stay tuned!

  • @Ira06002
    @Ira06002 3 года назад

    I have the 60th Anniversary (Signature) which is just awesome. Expensive but high quality in return. Love Begali! Steve (K1KTF)

  • @paulhastings3109
    @paulhastings3109 2 года назад

    You have a wonderful keyer

  • @KTSAdventures
    @KTSAdventures 5 лет назад +2

    Tom, it's August 2019 and haven't seen this in a long while...can we bring it out?

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  5 лет назад +1

      Yeah its been hot and buggy out so I've been inside I'll bring it out soon

  • @EvaderGuy
    @EvaderGuy 3 года назад

    That is one beautiful paddle.

  • @danielchng8136
    @danielchng8136 2 года назад +1

    Where to get it? Any official website to puchase ? Thanks

  • @decoeric
    @decoeric 6 лет назад +3

    I have that paddle as well and I did upgrade the paddle tabs to metal and it is actually very easy to do. Its a great key! Have fun with it! 73 de K0EAP

  • @n1rbd
    @n1rbd 4 года назад +1

    I thought travel paddles were supposed to be small. That thing is HUGE. No way that would go on a SOTA op with me. LOL

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  4 года назад +1

      Yeah, it's not really a traveler is it. It's heavy too.

    • @Oscaro9928
      @Oscaro9928 2 года назад +1

      I think the adventurer would be a better choice for SOTA and POTA

  • @hobie1dog
    @hobie1dog 3 года назад

    I would think that you would want a very light touch so that just thinking about the letter would trigger it. W4SEX

  • @davidwilliamson2115
    @davidwilliamson2115 6 лет назад +2

    nice new piece of kit

  • @johnkershaw9575
    @johnkershaw9575 6 лет назад +2

    Try setting it on a mouse pad or some such material. Should keep it from moving.

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      Yes, and the reality is, I discovered, that it's so sensitive that one need not wack it. This thing will tap at the slightest touch.

    • @johnkershaw9575
      @johnkershaw9575 6 лет назад

      A sure sign of a quality product.

  • @theexperimentalcqdx4208
    @theexperimentalcqdx4208 4 года назад

    That one very cool Key Tom.....

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  4 года назад +1

      Yeah, man it's a work of art. I bought directly from Begali himself.

  • @MCCRITTERS
    @MCCRITTERS 6 лет назад +3

    It's a beauty!

  • @roneymonte
    @roneymonte 6 лет назад +2

    It seems very nice. I intend to buy one like that, but I don't know where to find it here in PY...
    73 de PY1ZB

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад +1

      Do internet Search for Begali Paddles and he has a web site.

    • @ik04
      @ik04 6 лет назад +2

      I bought mine online from the Begali website. You can get your callsign printed on it for a tiny bit more! Mine is personalized and I love it...

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад +1

      ik04 how much was shipping?

    • @ik04
      @ik04 6 лет назад +1

      They have a flat rate of 20 Euros to anywhere in Europe or North America.

  • @docpearson
    @docpearson 3 года назад

    Farnsworth spaceing. Pleasssssseee

  • @gsansoucie
    @gsansoucie 5 лет назад

    Seems slippery in this video, how has it worked out for you now that time has elapsed? de N1XF

  • @Yochanangp
    @Yochanangp 5 лет назад

    Its a wander. Beautiful piece of equipment. Enjoy, Bst73de i4oqa 😊

  • @drevil5546
    @drevil5546 4 года назад

    Does that key really cost about $400?

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  4 года назад

      About 265 and its a work of art

  • @antennebuis
    @antennebuis 5 лет назад

    Great Buddy ,hope to work you ever de ON3MK 73,

  • @Bikeyid
    @Bikeyid 6 лет назад

    What do you think about using that keyer for both the home ham-shack and portable? (I'm fine if its a little heavy for portable). Just wondering about the plausibility of using it as "the one iambic that does it all:-)" Maybe you need more time on it to answer?

    • @hamradiocq
      @hamradiocq  6 лет назад

      My gut says, sure why not use it for both it can be done. However, for a home base station I think I'd want one that's even heavier. Since this is "my thing" I have no doubt next year I'll buy another paddle from him. A desk paddle. I collect these things like works of art. If you want to save money, then yes it will work for both. If you want to be a collector like me, then you'll need more of them.

    • @Bikeyid
      @Bikeyid 6 лет назад +1

      AnythingWithWheels fair enough!

  • @jasonamorrow
    @jasonamorrow 6 лет назад

    These silicone baking mats are great for keeping keys from sliding around: www.amazon.com/gp/product/B078K2SYK1