WANTED
dead or alive
T.R. McElroy telegraph keys

*** and other telegraph instruments ***

I collect telegraph keys made by T.R. (Ted) McElroy. There are several items I'd like to add to my collection. Shown below are two of the keys I am looking for. If you have one, contact me (see below). Let me know the condition and your price, and include a photo if possible. (Note, I am on the road in the winter months and may not be able to respond for a week or more, but rest assured I will get back to you.)

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above: T.R. McElroy Mac-Key, 1934 model. Brass nameplate
Note the single angled, cantilevered steel bar as viewed from the left side.

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above: McElroy Model S-600 with "ribs" or grooved lines
on the frame supporting the lever pivot shaft.
This chrome key may or may not have a nameplate.

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I am also interested in the following items.


An early (1934 - 36) left-handed McElroy bug (cast as left handed).
McElroy Junior model (sheet metal bug).
McElroy code oscillator with two tubes and a light bulb ballast.
McElroy code oscillator, single tube, square plastic base, AC cord. Must have nameplate.
First model paper tape inker.
To upgrade my collection, any instrument in excellent to mint condition, especially in the original box and with papers.

If possible, please send a photo with your description and price.

THANKS !

Tom French
151 Barton Road
Stow MA 01775 USA

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