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Review Summary For : The Finger Dimple
Reviews: 33MSRP: $6 for two
Description:
A simple, inexpensive, and effective add-on for rigs with VFO knobs lacking a 'spinner' dimple
Product is not in production
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PA0FRI Rating: 2005-03-01
Great Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I added a black Finger Dimple to the tuning knob of an Atlas-210. Is good looking and works great. Only $6 for two knobs including (fast)shipping to the Netherlands.
KB0XR Rating: 2004-12-07
Wish I'd Have Thought of This Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I've got 2 SGC 2020 xcvrs, one with a stiff tuning knob and one that spins easily. I added the Finger Dimple to both and now they tune with one finger. The grey ones match the 2020 pretty closely.

What a simple idea! I wish I'd have thought of this.

6 bucks including lightning fast shipping is reasonable.

WA2MGB Rating: 2004-11-26
Why didn't I think of it! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
This is a simple, inexpensive product that makes tuning a joy. A use it on my Kenwood 850. What a difference. Just peel and stick...Looks good, and works great. Why didn't I invent it????
VE3TMT Rating: 2004-06-20
Excellent idea! Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
Rob, VE3RPF also makes a fantastic finger dinple. I have used one on my TS850 for months now and just love it. Great product at an even better price.
M3NLY Rating: 2004-06-20
Great! Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Added to the stock K2 knob, makes tuning so much quicker and easier.
Very good service, delivered to the UK in a week. Very easy to fit, recommended!
W1CDT Rating: 2004-05-18
Works Great Time Owned: 3 to 6 months.
I put a black FingerDimple on my SG-2020 xcvr about 4 months ago. It is cheap, simple, and works exactly as advertised. The SG-2020 has a fairly soft rubber cover on the main knob, but the FingerDimple has stayed securely fastened to its face.

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Earlier 5-star review posted by W1CDT on 2004-03-17

I added a grey Finger Dimple to the spinner knob of my SGC SG-2020. This has proven to be a very useful addition to the rig, as the spinner knob is used t adjust a number of operating functions, in addition to frequency changes.

The Finger Dimple's price is reasonable, the workmanship is excellent, and it performs a much needed function.

I initially was concerned that the Finger Dimple might not adhere well to the soft rubber covering of the spinner knob, but absolutely no problems have been encountered. Just follow the installation instructions supplied with the Finger Dimple, and you should have no problems.

The Finger Dimple is one of those simple, functional items that makes you ask yourself "Why didn't I think of that?".
K8WV Rating: 2004-04-16
Works on B Line, too Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
The Drake B Line didn't have it. It does now.

The B Line knobs are so level from the silvered insert to the knob perimeter the Finger Dimple can be placed well out toward the edge - very much like on the C Line. Works like a charm.

This is a simple idea, well executed and at a very reasonable cost.
K2JN Rating: 2004-04-16
Cool add-on device.. Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
I put one on my Elecraft K1. Looks cool and helps in rapidly tuning across the band. Wayne Smith, K8FF, processed my order quickly and his price included shipping. Installaton involved cleaning the surface, peeling the paper from the adhesive and application - real easy.
K7SO Rating: 2004-03-11
Simple and good Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Simple add-on that greatly improves the tuning of my FT900. At first I mistakenly thought it covered the entire front of the knob. Rather, it is a 1/2" diameter 'nubbin' that you stick on the existing knob face. Two come in the package. Worth while.
K5TED Rating: 2004-03-11
Great product Time Owned: 0 to 3 months.
Just what I needed on the 'ol TS-680. Fast shipping included in price.