Non-iambic Morse code key with paddles V2

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I created a paddle a number of years ago but decided to streamline it and make the paddles more secure so this is a V2 of my previous non-iambic paddle.This design uses a portion of a common hacksaw blade as the spring for the key. It is based on the desire to create a portable radio configuration, where I wanted a small key that was essentially disposable. Print the model, add a hacksaw blade and a few screws and you have a serviceable keyer, Is it the greatest keyer in the world - no. But for about $1 in parts and a bit of 3D printing it works. There are two versions of the paddles. One that can be glued on each side of the blade and an improved version that can slip down over the blade and then be glued on. The improved version has a contoured end that may be desirable as well. There is a picture of the key mounted to a clipboard.