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| Reviews Summary for Hensley Iambic Paddle |
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N1EA
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 27, 2000 17:58
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Responsive, accurate
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I own Hensley paddle, #009, and also N2DAN's Mercury (#049). The finish on the Hensley paddle is flawless. The knurled screws make even the smallest spacing of the contacts possible. If you like "almost touching" contacts, you will be happy with Hensley. N2DAN's paddle had one small flaw - it was temperature sensitive - spacing would change. One gift you owe yourself is to have a key that you can TRUST - the Hensley is a key you can trust to be accurate. If there any errors in your sending, they aren't produced by this key. FLAWLESS key with solid, doesn't move on the desk feel. A key for the professional, or the amateur who prides himself on sending like a professional.
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W9AC
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Rating: 5/5
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May 9, 2000 09:28
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The Finest CW Key Ever Made
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Time owned: 3 to 6 months
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I purchased my round Hensley iambic key last fall and it is undoubtedly the most accurate instrument I've ever owned. Knowing that Donald had created a key even more precise and less temperature sensitive than the N2DAN key, I was willing to spare no expense and have mine completely gold-plated. I have dubbed this key the "Hensley Round Presentation," owing to the fact that the gold-plated finish is every bit as flawless as his heavily chromed versions. A plexiglass dust cover is available from another supplier. It's true the Hensley Presentation may be the most expensive of any key presently in production, but I'm glad I made the investment.
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K7NA
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Rating: 5/5
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Mar 4, 2000 12:37
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Update on Hensley Paddles
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Time owned: unknown months
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I have had the Hensley paddles (#046) now for several months and my sentiments are the same as I expressed in my earlier product review posting. The craftsmanship and smooth operation are beyond compare. Ragchewing for extended periods of time on CW with this device is a pleasure! By the way, Mr. Hensley's website can be found at www.qsl.net/n9bor/hensley.htm --if memory serves me correctly. The website has many excellent photos of the Hensley paddles and reviews. I am not in any way connected with Mr. Hensley or his business--I'm just a happy customer!
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K7NA
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Rating: 5/5
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Oct 16, 1999 15:06
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Superb Craftsmanship and Performance
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Time owned: unknown months
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I am indeed fortunate to have recently acquired serial #046 of a hand-made labor of love by Donald Hensley, of Ark, Va. Having seen the photos of his magnetic iambic paddle and read the reviews on his website, I decided to investigate further. Ultimately, I ordered the paddle and , after an 8-10 week wait (good things can't be hurried, says Donald), I received the paddle he calls "the most rewarding work of my life." It is indeed that. Designed after the famous Mercury paddle by N2DAN, Donald's unit is totally hand crafted of brass and thickly chrome plated to a highly lusterous finish. The machining is exceptional and the pivot action is smooth and sure. The red tear-drop finger pieces are smooth and comfortable to the fingers. Adjustment screws are so finely machined that minute changes can be made and will hold solidly; contacts are of 24k gold. After using a Bencher iambic paddle for some years, I can honestly say that the Hensley paddle is in a separate class by itself, both in feel and particularly in terms of quality. The heavy, three pound base (offered in round or square versions and chrome or gold plate) and massive construction is such that, as Donald says, "with a little loving care, it will out last our grandchildren." I agree. The Hensley is not is not for everyone and it is not cheap. It takes time to make such a device and one must be patient. Donald is a pleasure to deal with both before and after the purchase. The paddle is a joy to use.
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