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    These paddles are either no longer manufactured or custom made by individuals or small companies.  Some of them are quite unique.  
Ham-Key Model HK-1 Iambic Paddle with Phono Plugs:

This is a Ham Key Iambic Paddle with unique red plastic paddle handles. Ham-Key was an Amateur Radio telegraph key manufacturer in the 60's and 70's.  The label on the back says "Model HK-1 The Ham-Key Company, St. Louis, MO 63132.”  It has a great action, even by today’s standards.

Ham-Key Model HK-1 Iambic Paddle with Binding Posts:

A slightly different model of the Ham Key paddle.  This model had binding posts in the rear rather than phone plugs.  The handles are a slightly different shape and the base is a darker color.  I am not sure if the suction cups are original or not. 

Brown Bros. Iambic PaddleBrown Brothers Model BTL Iambic Paddle:

This is a Brown Bros. Model BTL iambic Paddle  made in St. Louis, Missouri. These keys were hand-made from 1964 to 1979 by Bill Brown who made the die-castings and all the parts himself. I was told that he also designed, painted and labeled each key ever made by the Brown Brothers Machine Company.

Kitano PaddleKitano Key Company Paddle:

This is a miniature paddle with black horizontal plastic paddles. You push down on the paddles to work the key. The solid brass base measures 3" x 1 1/2". " The letters "KK" are located in a circle logo on top of the key. Written on the bottom is "Kit Raymond Nov.20, 1995 Serial #219 Kitano Key Company." Only 200 or so were made. I bought this unique handmade paddle at a Hamfest in Golden, Colorado.

Bulldog PaddleKL9LU Customized Model BD-5 Bulldog Iambic Paddle:

From K9LU: Besides personalized call letters and serial number, this handsome key features brass/gold accents and a ½” thick solid oak base with 4 suction cups. This Bulldog BD5 makes a great base station key, yet is small and rugged enough to take along on portable outings. It has adjustable spacing and tension and a smooth action that rivals or surpasses the feel of most full size keys. K9LU Web Site.

American Morse Equipment DCP Paddle:

This is the DCP (Dirt Cheap Paddle) from American Morse Equipment in San Luis Obispo, CA. The paddle comes in a kit. I bought this paddle from Doug  Hauff, W6AME, the owner of AME at the Dayton Hamfest in 2008.Photo courtesy of American Morse Equipment.

American Morse Equipment Mini B Single Lever Paddle:

A very small single lever paddle. Photo courtesy of American Morse Equipment. Purchased at the Dayton HamVention in 2009.

 

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