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| Reviews Summary for N8BX - Weighted VFO Knob For Elecraft |
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Reviews: 36
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Average rating: 5.0/5
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MSRP: $$89
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Description: The original K2 knob weighs in around 2 ounces. These
premium USA made knobs weigh 6-1/2 ounces and they tune just
wonderful. This knob is made of heavy alloy Steel and coated
with a durable baked-on Black enamel or buffed bronze. The
black goes great with the radio and feels nice in the hand.
No sharp corners to irritate your hands.
Installation is easy and all hardware is Stainless
Steel. Everything is CNC Machined from billet stock right
here in the USA. The set screw that holds the knob in place
is a flat tip style (no marring of your VFO shaft). Your
satisfaction is 100% guaranteed 30 days or you may return it
for a full refund.
Knob Specs:
Weight 6.5 Ounces, accepts 6mm diameter shaft, #6-32 set
screw (use 1/16" Hex Key wrench also available for $2.00
additional).
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Product is in production.
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More info: http://www.dtsohio.com/73cnc/elecraft.html
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W5PVR
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 18, 2013 18:27
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Asking an operating question
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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The question in my mind is, "How long will the encoder shaft bearing hold up under the added weight. Is this bearing brass or plastic ?.
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K9AMP
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 18, 2013 15:17
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Nice addition to the K3
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I've been considering these knobs since last year at Dayton, but decided the expense unnecessary.
This year I had funds left over from Dayton and decided to order them this time. I got the new K3 aluminum insert models. All I can say is I wish I had bought them last year. They really add some pizazz to the K3 looks. As for the tuning -- WOW! The finger dimple is very comfortable to use and the knob allows you to just glide across the band.
If you want to add some looks to your rig and some ease of tuning, give them a try. You won't be unhappy.
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KM4D
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Rating: 5/5
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Apr 22, 2013 16:03
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Excellent Product!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Purchased the ball bearing type knob for the K3.
All I can say is WOW..
Excellent product!
Excellent service.
Adds a totally different feel to the K3 not to mention the ball bearing type knob adds a touch of class to the already wonderful K3.
Yes, they are a little pricey but I have no plans of getting rid of the K3 anytime soon and you get what you pay for.
Sure wish these guys would make the same for the Ten Tec radio's.
Would highly recommend this product to anyone looking to add that special to the tuning around experience. 73!
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K4RUR
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Rating: 5/5
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Feb 28, 2013 07:20
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Very impressive part!!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I purchased the knob for my FTDX5000MP. I bought this item from N8BX on ebay. He shipped the item quickly and was a pleasure to deal with. Now to the review. He has a video showing how to replace the knob and rubber part. Good video and easy to follow and understand. I removed the factory knob, which required needle nose pliers on the allen wrench. When you remove the factory knob, there is a plastic piece between the knob and radio, make sure you keep that on the shaft. I put the knob on and it was very easy to adjust the tension after watching the video. Once it was all done and the rubber piece back on, it was time to give it a try. One thing I noticed when I got this from the mailbox was that it is heavy. And BOY what a difference it made on the radio! The finger part being able to rotate makes a huge difference and the whole piece makes the radio "feel" more substantial. I am happy with the purchase and the item and recommend buying one. It is a bit pricey was my initial thought, but it is worth every cent.
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NK9N
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Rating: 5/5
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Jan 21, 2013 17:10
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great on several fronts
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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Just ordered one for K3 and it is fabulous! Feels like an old school rig, saves a few nanoseconds when tuning, and really makes it easier to fine tune a signal. Just ordered one for my FT5000. No affiliation.... just saw a post on the knob on Yahoo Groups and looked it up. Great addition to most radios.
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KT5D
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 23, 2012 15:06
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Very nice knobs
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I recently purchased a new Elecraft K3 HF transceiver, an excellent American made radio. The only thing about the radio that appeared "cheap" we're the knobs. While the main tuning knob is very good, it just didn't have that quality look or feel that the rest of the radio has. As soon as I discovered the N8BX weighted VFO knob set with the ball bearing finger dimple I knew the problem was solved. A beautiful finish and velvety touch with the silver shine of the aluminum insert adds the final touch to a classy rig. Although expensive, it is worth the investment. And it is made in the USA.
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W7LRY
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 17, 2012 17:54
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OUTSTANDING
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I have been looking at the 73cnc tuning knobs for a long time and when they came out with the new Elecraft K3 tuning knobs with the ball bearing finger dimple I decided to take a chance and try it. I am sure happy I made the purchase.
The quality and service is excellent. I found the best adjustment is to have the main tuning knob drag as light as you can get it but tight enough that it stays stopped when it finishes spinning. With the extra weight of the knob I can give it a small push and it just glides across the band very smooth. With proper adjustment it really does make crusing across the band much easier. It's like having a pan adaptor, you can get by without it but when you get the knobs it makes you wonder how you got by without them. I weighed them on the postal scales and the stock main tuning knob is 3.5 oz. and the 73cnc is 12.7 oz. The stock sub receiver knob is 1.5 oz and the 73cnc is 3.5 oz.
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WW4JF
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Rating: 5/5
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Dec 1, 2012 15:59
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A really nice feel!
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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With my hefty digits and broad hand, I really appreciated the change. I noticed an immediate and welcome improvement.
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K2WO
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 18, 2012 05:27
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The Best!
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Time owned: more than 12 months
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I purchased the original set for my K3 at Dayton 2 years ago when Fred introduced them. They were great. Now he introduced the deluxe model at Dayton this year, with the ball-bearing "finger dimple" and the silver trim. They are fantastic and as others have said, have to be experienced to understand how good they are. The quality and workmanship is exceptional. Get one, you will be VERY happy. Besides that, Fred is truly a nice guy to deal with.
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N1LQ
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Rating: 5/5
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Jun 17, 2012 18:44
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Form and Funciton Meet on the K3 Front Panel
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Time owned: 0 to 3 months
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I purchased my first N8BX weighted knobs for the K3 at Dayton two years ago. They are amazing.
When I went past Fred's table this year, I saw his new K3 knobs and they were in a word... exquisite. I couldn't resist. K3 Jewelry.
They have to be seen and used to be fully appreciated. One try and you won't go back.
An added bonus for me was the excellent customer service that Fred provided in adjusting a small matter for me after getting it home from Dayton.
His service (and tolerance of my finickiness) ranks him right up there with the service standards of Elecraft.
Thanks Fred.
Go ahead...get a set!
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