Perhaps my prose was strong. But then again, we CW guys learned from the
"masters." The anti-CW group has bashed the hell out of us for a long time.
It is time we CW...we REAL hams...take the gloves off. If the anti-CW group
feels it unnecessary to be polite, then neither do we. I'm only returning
some of the magic that the no-code morons have got away with for too long.

Carl

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"Carl" wrote in message
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Why bother with SSB? It requires absolutely no skill and it's a lot
cheaper
to pick up the phone and call a neighbor.

The fcc ham license giveaway "exam" is a joke. The new transceivers can be
operated by an imbecile monkey.

CW is all that is left of our once great hobby that requires skill,
knowledge or discipline.

Long after the whiners and creeps have removed the CW requirement from the
ham license, CW will remain in the growing cadre of landline dialups. And
real ham operators will continue to practice their craft.

Find a good bug...you'll love it and it will be your friend for your life.

Carl


"pltrgyst" wrote in message
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On 4 May 2006 16:35:01 -0700, "gil" wrote:

WTB a CW bug, Vibroplex or other?

I'd wait, save a bit more money, and buy an SSB bug, myself. Why
compromise? You
know you'll outgrow it in no time.

-- Larry

Oh yes, Gil...and one other thing. When you find the bug...if it is a
Vibroplex...buy a device from Vibroplex called a "Bug Tamer." It extends the
effective length of the pendulum and makes slower CW so much more easy to
send. I've been using one for 5 years and am often asked if I am using an
electronic keyer. Good product.

Carl

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WTB a CW bug, Vibroplex or other? I am not looking for a collectors
item, I dont mind some rust and dirt, poor condition is ok. Please
email me with details and price at

Thanks, Gil n2wjw