KY8D: SKCC QSO Statistics

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Last updated: 2026-10-20 21:35:00 UTC

• Telegraph Keys:
• GDH GN309FA fully automatic bug
• SKCC Cootie by LNR precision, modified for copper contacts
• BaMaKey TP-II dual paddles abused as a cootie.
• Begali Camelback, stamped “67th Marconi Day, October 2, 1999”
• Chinese military K4

Marathon QSO Award    ↑   → 

Rules: Collect 100 QSOs, each 60 minutes or longer, each with a different member, both operators on manual keys.

Current Tally: 125 of 100 Required
Callsigns only in callbook order:  Check List 
Official standing at SKCC:  Status 

Distribution by Band     ←   ↑ 

QSOs occuring on dates after we two both had become members. Other than Field Day, I never contest. No, not even for a C, T, or S suffix to my SKCC number. Generally, I reply with my number only when someone else gives theirs first. Then, if not already on a straight key, I’ll switch to one at that point. Beyond that, nothing listed here is certain.

I most often start out on iambic paddles, at speeds between 20-25 wpm. But after a page or two of actual copy (pencil on paper in cursive), writer's cramp will begin to disaffect my use of paddles. At that point I'll to switch to a straight key. Below 20 wpm, I must use a straight key.

The double-digit listings are from a 6AM weekday group sked. The callsign showing is that of whoever was sending when I tuned in. Most often, the same three venerable gents. They are bringing me up to speed. Might even shame me into purchasing a bug.