NYE SSK-1, SSK-3 Super Squeeze Key

Object/Artifact

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Radio Alpha

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Image: hamandhifi.com

Name/Title

NYE SSK-1, SSK-3 "Super Squeeze Key"

Description

Paddle

Category

Keys, Paddles

Made/Created

Manufacturer

William M Nye Company

Date made

1975 - 1982

Valuations

Value

$23.95

General Notes

Note

QST, Oct 1975, p. 158. QST, Jan 1978, p. 125. QST, Feb 1981, p. 172. QST, Mar 1982, p. 176. The SSK-1 has extra-long, form-fitting, molded paddles for maximum operating flexibility, with adjustable spring tension and contact spacing (under the hood). This same paddle was also incorporated into the SSK-1-K electronic keyer. Features – Knife edge bearings – Extra large, gold plated silver contacts for maximum reliability, with nickel plated brass hardware – Heavy die cast base, with non-skid feet for stability! – Black crackle finish. The model SSK-3 include the SSK-1 but adds sub-base to also hold any standard Nye Viking Speed-X key. ($26.95)