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KD7MTI
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 7, 2009 11:55
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Excellent
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Mine arrived just the other day. I was very excited to try it out.
I've attached it to the left side of my ft-817; the magnets hold the key firmly in place.
The spacing and tension as set from the factory are quite usable -- wide and with more tension than my ham-key paddle.
I found like others that that the key has a very nice feel. I am quite comfortable sending code between 15 and 22 wpm using this key.
I decided that I would use only my ft-817, z817 tuner, and the palm paddle; I want to prepare for some business trips in the future --- so I need to see if I can use this setup.
Like others, I am very happy with the feel of this paddle.
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XE1UFO
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 6, 2009 09:01
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THE BEST BACKPACK KEY
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I use mine with the Yaesu FT-817ND and the SGC-2020 ADSP2. I have used over a dozen different tiny keys and paddles for backpack and briefcase operations. This is without a doubt the very best. Plus you push it back into its case, and it travels protected. Very well made, AWESOME!
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WB9JOX
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 13, 2008 20:59
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jewel of paddles
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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Been using mini paddles for years now.Have 2 of them one on each desk. It has such a wonderful feel.Dont know what else to say about this paddle except if you are looking for a paddle try this one and Im sure you will be surprised.I will never look for a replacement thats for sure.
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CWBILL
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 13, 2008 18:53
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Awesome little key!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I was skeptical on purchasing such a small key, but decided to do so as my other keys are too large and heavy to take portable. Well I have yet to use it portable, It hasn't left my desk it so nice to use at home! I love this little key, the big bulky ones are pretty, but they are now paper weights! I have an old 'Steelcase' desk and this little key just stays put. Im able to send code quicker and smoother with this little guy! Great key, don't hesitate! I'm probably gonna get another.. Good Job Palm!
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N4LQ
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Rating: 5/5
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Sep 5, 2008 13:57
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Great on IC-7000
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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For my IC-7000 mobile installation I simply removed the center screw from the lid of the radio, inserted it through the mounting base of the Palm and tightened it down. I had to peel off the rubber pad near the screw since the screw is too short. The other pad keeps the Palm from moving. I have the Code Cube. This gives me instant speed adjustment without fooling with menus in the rig. I use the rig's sidetone. The whole thing is awesome. I've had the Palm for about 5 years and never had a problem. Highly recommended!
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WA6MOW
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 22, 2008 23:34
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A little jewel!
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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This little paddle is awesome for fixed or portable work. I own numerous paddles and this one is my favorite. Very smooth and precise. If you are looking for a compact portable or base paddle, this is the one.
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XE1UFO
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 18, 2007 15:50
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SUPER AWESOME!!!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have a dozen different small paddles for portable work. This one is by far the best!!
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EI7BA
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Rating: 5/5
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Jul 24, 2007 06:55
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I love it
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Time owned: 6 to 12 months
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It's not a Begali Signature, but it is surprisingly good for it's small size. It's the ideal paddle for taking on holiday & working /P... 'specially if you're into back packing, working from mountain tops etc. It's very well designed, and integrates beautifully with the Code Cube and the IR unit. It is almost indestructable when in transport mode, as the paddles move back into it's shell for protection. Most paddles are a big deal to transport, as they must be well packed in a box to protect the finger levers. The only other exception to this rule that I have seen, is the Begali Traveller.
I have a couple of other portable keys, but this one "takes the biscuit".I really love this little beauty.
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NT4XT
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 29, 2007 18:18
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Portable Perfection.
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I first tried these over 6 years ago.
Unbeatable for pack and go.
For the picky CW operator looking for worry free field portable paddles and almost no compromise, the Mini Palm is it.
Overall design and implementation resulting in retractable finger pieces is brilliant.
Retract and toss into the back-pack no worries.
Adjustments stay put.
I rarely do field QRP/QRQ, but at home, this paddle can easily do error free 35 wpm and up.
Not having to re-adjust contact spacings and tension, while sitting on the ground or at a picnic table in a dusty environment, is much appreciated. The contacts and mechanicals are always covered even with the finger pieces exposed!
The magnetic base is surprisingly forceful. Do keep in mind, magnets never did stick to aluminum.
I carry a long, flat steel file in the bottom of my backpack. The width of the file happens to be the width of the key's magnetic base. The file can also double as an antenna launching weight, since it has a hole in the "handle" part.
The paddle stays put- on the handle of the file. Due to the excellence of the base magnets, this set up is so stable, that I use it at home, whenever I set up the QRP rig as a base station and the K-1 borrows my big rig's antenna.
This small but not too small paddle, exceeds the accuracy and feel of many larger and smaller paddles, regardless of cost.
The Mini Palm holds it's own against paddles 6 times larger and over 20x heavier.
Considering the application, the Mini Palm is in a league all it's own.
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NQ3X
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 29, 2007 12:18
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Worth every dime!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I've used many different keys and paddles in my (relatively short) amateur radio career. I operate quite a lot of CW.
First, these are decidedly not Begali or some other sort of custom-made jewelry. That said, they are elegant in their simplicity. They are, as our DL pals might say, "Alles in ordnung."
Second, they are simple to adjust to the perfect feel, at least for me.
Third, they are light and easy to transport, making them a very good pairing with my IC7000 or some other small portable radio. Therein lies the only caveat I can imagine - they must be affixed to something solid for proper use, because even my light touch causes them to move without a solid base.
Simply put, I love 'em. I use them at home and on the road. At Field Day 2007, they held up well to more than a few fists using them, and never once burped.
If you're looking for a piece of CW jewelry that weighs three pounds, look elsewhere. If you're looking for something you can toss in a briefcase with your vacation station, look no further.
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