01/26/2005 | K6LQ I had the honor of using the following two keys in this years 2004/05 SKN. The one on the right is a 90+ year old American Army J-3A folding field key from WWI. It is mounted to the original 100 year old hardwood with the letters -3A pressed into it. My brother, an antique dealer found it at a garage sale. This was the first time I had used it on the air - it felt strong, sure and remarkably light. The key on the left was designed over 160 years ago by Alfred Vail, and built by KENT Engineers. I purchased this one specifically for it's appearance and historical value. I reviewed it in e-ham, and let me just say I was suprized how well it played! Of course these keys are useless if there is no one to talk to. I logged a record (for me) 9 QSOs. Thanks to all for a wonderful evening of original digital music! -- K6LQ