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| Reviews Summary for HI MOUND 802 STRAIGHT KEY |
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Reviews: 7
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Average rating: 4.9/5
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MSRP: $$289
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Description: Heavy brass and hardwood. It uses the Swedish torsion spring instead of a coil return spring. There is an adjustment for the knob that allows it to be moved toward or away from the pivot point.
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Product is in production.
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More info: http://www.morsex.com
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AA2SM
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Rating: 4/5
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Feb 26, 2011 10:54
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Excellent in performance
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Jusr recieved my key and after adjusting was completly satisfied with its performance. Brass looks great. I would had given this key an easy five but decided not to for the following reasons, The wood finish could have been a great deal better. Really poor finish. Also buyer beware, when I saw the key advertised, it showed a pretty brown knob. When I recieved mine it was black.
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N7AG
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Rating: 5/5
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Nov 5, 2010 00:18
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GREAT!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Bought this used on ebay. Unique mechanics & absolutely the most fluid motion of any straight key I have used. When I think of all the years I pounded away, when I could of tapped. Yes, the $20. ball bearing key is a bargin & well made. However, this is THE KEY.
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VE3WMB
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 19, 2009 13:04
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A thing of beauty
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I just got mine from Morse Express yesterday (it is a father's day present). I have long been a fan of big keys and more specifically Swedish keys, as I have a Swedish Military Straight key that was given to me by friends a few years ago (it has a very similar design and feel).
The HK-802 is an excellent implementation of the classic Swedish key. It is both very functional (sending is nearly effortless) and is also very nice to look at. I suspect that for fans of the European-style of sending (arm off of the desk) that it doesn't get much better than this, with the possible exception of the Amplidan Key.
My only words of caution are if you need to make adjustments and have to loosen any of the brass screws, do so very carefully as the heads are rather soft. Use the biggest slot screwdriver that will fit and apply a slow constant pressure until the screw starts to move, otherwise you risk deforming the head of the screw slightly as I did. The good thing is that once you have it adjusted you will probably never have to do it again.
As Mary Poppins said, "A thing of beauty is a joy forever".
SKCC, NAQCC and FISTS here I come !
Michael VE3WMB / VA2NB
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N6VL
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 13, 2007 20:59
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Feels as good as it looks!
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I bought this key as few months ago, back in the spring sometime. This was after trying many many different straight keys. I can only wish others I personally know, would try this key. The torsion bar leaf spring has a unique feel unlike any other. I can really tighten the tension, if desired, and the feel is still very smooth. When properly adjusted it has the feel of a diving board. The lever actually assists in springing the fist back upward, really reducing fatigue.
This key is designed for European style sending, where the entire arm is unsupported. Those who are unfamilar with this technique may be initially turned off by the HK-802. Once you change your mindset and transition your sending style, this key will reward you with a smooth yet precise operating experience.
I mainly use the HK-802 for SKCC (Straight Key Century Club) work. I hardly use any other straight key. That speaks for itself.
Don't let the sticker shock scare you off. At $260, this is a welcome key for any op wanting a good high end straight key you can enjoy for years.
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W8ZNX
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Rating: 5/5
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Aug 26, 2006 09:37
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very good
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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finish is ok
but
not anything to write home about
after a few years
the surface coating varnish
wears off in places
own many keys
this is the straght key
i use the most
Mac
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WB8DQT
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 18, 2003 14:34
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A work of art
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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This key is fantastic to look at and is finished to perfection. The only term I can think of to describe the action is "fluid". Keying is absolutely effortless. After a few days with this key, I put my keyer in the closet! It costs more than most of my QRP rigs and is worth every penny.
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KI6YN
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 17, 2001 08:05
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WORKS AS GOOD AS IT LOOKS!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Finish is flawless. The action is absolutely unbelievable; it almost feels like my original Mercury key that uses magnets instead of springs. The knob is comfortable and the range of adjustments give a lot of flexibility. It is absolutely beautiful as well as funchional.
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