Lionel Morse Code Keys

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 11, 2024 12:28:56 GMT

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Post by Adam on Jun 11, 2024 12:28:56 GMT

I was looking on the bay for Lionel Straight keys and there are many available, but people want over $100 for keys that need a lot of TLC. I was thinking it would be neat to own one but not if it is just going to sit.

Thought this outfit is pretty interesting: www.ebay.com/itm/156124070977?mkcid=16&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-127632-2357-0&ssspo=_l9GrvJgS9S&sssrc=4429486&ssuid=fV8bDQndRIa&var=&widget_ver=artemis&media=COPY

I am learning on an iambic paddle. These are the dual side to side paddles. One side is DIT and the other is DAH. Much easier to learn on and better for your wrist. Although the straight key I understand is fine on the wrist if you use it correctly (less wrist, more arm).

Last Edit: Jun 11, 2024 12:34:46 GMT by Adam

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 11, 2024 14:28:59 GMT

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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Jun 11, 2024 14:28:59 GMT

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 11, 2024 14:33:20 GMT

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Post by Adam on Jun 11, 2024 14:33:20 GMT

Jun 11, 2024 14:28:59 GMT steveoncattailcreek said:

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Adam Rypinski
President of the MESA-East Model Railroad
We are small but mighty!
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Even if you are on the right track, you’ll get run over if you just sit there.
-Will Rogers

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 11, 2024 14:39:47 GMT

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Post by steveoncattailcreek on Jun 11, 2024 14:39:47 GMT

Jun 11, 2024 14:33:20 GMT Adam said:

Jun 11, 2024 14:28:59 GMT steveoncattailcreek said:

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[And for those who haven't already figured that out and are curious what we're on about, here's a link to one of the free on-line coder/decoders: grammica.com/morse-code-translator]

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 12, 2024 2:32:37 GMT Adam likes this

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Post by firewood on Jun 12, 2024 2:32:37 GMT

That’s a neat story. Reminds me of Carlisle & Finch, makers of the collector tinplate trains that command the big bucks. They were always in the electrical business (navy searchlights for example) and still are.
Lionel has always made trains and made other items for just a while.
C&F has always made searchlights and made trains for just a while.
carlislefinch.com/

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Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 14, 2024 17:01:07 GMT via mobile curtis likes this

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Post by g3750 on Jun 14, 2024 17:01:07 GMT

Jun 10, 2024 14:11:08 GMT dennym57 said:

I have a code key, but I never learned mores code.

I did, as a Boy Scout. I think it was a requirement for First Class.

Don’t ask me to remember any of it, though. Way too long ago.

George

Last Edit: Jun 14, 2024 17:02:56 GMT by g3750

George

Stop supporting "stupid". Hobby businesses that won't provide customer service or quality products do not deserve your money.

curtis Master Posts: 1,789	Lionel Morse Code Keys Jun 15, 2024 9:16:00 GMT Quote Select Post Deselect Post Link to Post Back to Top Post by curtis on Jun 15, 2024 9:16:00 GMT George I also remember it thru Boy Scouts but can't tell you a thing about it now.

Post by Adam on Jun 11, 2024 12:28:56 GMT

Post by steveoncattailcreek on Jun 11, 2024 14:28:59 GMT

Post by Adam on Jun 11, 2024 14:33:20 GMT

Post by steveoncattailcreek on Jun 11, 2024 14:39:47 GMT

Post by firewood on Jun 12, 2024 2:32:37 GMT

Post by g3750 on Jun 14, 2024 17:01:07 GMT

Post by curtis on Jun 15, 2024 9:16:00 GMT