The Hidden Woodsmen Stash Pack Sale: An Amazing Deal on a Handmade Waist Pack
If you’ve been curious about The Hidden Woodsmen gear, now might be the perfect time to try one of...
Category: accessories
KM4CFT’s New Elecraft KX1 Paddle Kit
If you own an Elecraft KX1 and either missed out on the original Elecraft paddles—or you’re simply looking for...
Elecraft KH1 3D-Printed Protective Caps by PD5GL
Many thanks to Gos (PD5GL), who shares the following: Hi Thomas, For my upcoming PCT hike I want to...
Field Radio Kit Extras: What Do You Pack?
This morning, I was repacking my main field radio backpack and taking a close look at what I carry....
Thinking Inside the Box
I’ve been very happy with the soft case that came with my Elecraft KH1 Edgewood Package. It has room...
Tested: “The Surprising Flaws in 18650 Lithium-Ion Batteries”
Many thanks to Scott (VA3EKR) for sharing this recent episode of Adam Savage’s Tested, where he and his guests...
Keeping My CW Fist Warm
My old, arthritic fingers aren’t what they used to be, especially when sending CW in colder weather. I’ve tried...
EI3LH’s “Frivolous CW Superproject”
Many thanks to Ian (EI3LH), who shares the following post, originally posted on his blog: My frivolous CW superproject...
Gear Talk: Choosing Earbuds and Audio Recorders
by Thomas (K4SWL) Happy New Year, everyone! I hope 2026 is off to a great start for you. As...
TUMD Stainless Steel Paddles
I mentioned in a previous posting that I have a fascination (obsession) with unusual CW paddles. These paddles are...
My 2025 Holiday/Black Friday Radio Shopping List — What’s on Yours?
Every year, we record a Holiday Shopping Show for the Ham Radio Workbench podcast. Most of us on the...
3D Printable Mounts by KO4YLZ
Many thanks to Dave (KO4YLZ) who writes: Hey Thomas, I created some generic mounts for the KX2, TR-35, and...
The Ashi Paddle 45
After my inexpensive QU-21C paddles started acting up again during a recent activation, I went on a paddle binge,...