Dave's Books

BOOKS BY DAVE INGRAM K4TWJ (SK)

HAM PRIDE IS ALIVE AND THRIVING

By Dave Ingram, K4TWJ (SK)

(This introduction was written by Dave before he became a Silent Key.)

Over the years, I have written more than 1,000 articles and dozens of books on many, many aspects of amateur radio, both technical and non-technical, and your response indicated the most consistently popular topics are CW and keys. Why? Opinions may vary, but the obvious answer is keys (including bugs and paddles) are amateur radio’s all-time favorite accessory and a universally recognized symbol of radio communications.

KEYS IV… AND MORE (The Grand Finale)

As you probably know, books of a considerable size are too expensive to print freely in large quantities and ship over long distances. We are also progressing toward a “paperless society,” so producing this book on CD (the original) and then making the book available via the Internet is quite necessary.

73, and may the force of good signals always be with you!

Dave Ingram, K4TWJ (SK)

KEYS IV… AND MORE (The Grand Finale) was Dave's last book.
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OTHER BOOKS BY DAVE INGRAM

These books are available for purchase from the dealers listed at the
bottom of this page.

QRP ROMPS!

Yes, you can work the world with QRP!

New to QRP or just been busy with life's little diversions and need up-to-date details on what's hot and happening in QRP gear, goodies, on-the-air activities, clubs and conventions? Check out my new book "QRP Romps!" and you will be "in the know like an old pro" quick as a flash. Various chapters highlight commercially made gear, kits of all types, antennas large and small, and pocket-size transmitters and receivers you can home-assemble in two or three hours time. In particular, the chapter on operating strategies and secrets for successful DXing is beneficial to high and low power operators alike--and easily worth three times the book's cost.

KEYS III: THE WORLD OF KEYS
The World's Most Unique, Exotic, and Glamorous Keys- New And Old

The World of Keys is a visual celebration and lighthearted study of amateur radio's all-time favorite accessory. Keys have been an integral part of radio since and even before its beginning: they are true pieces of telegraphic history you can hold in your hand, genuine collectables, and many keys are also sheer works of art in brass. This new KEYS book includes:
• Spark keys
• Double Lever Keys
• Camelback Keys
• Proud Pumpers from the Past
• Far-Out Fun Keys
• Vibroplex Semi-Automatic Keys or "Bugs"
• Classic Semi-Automatic Keys or "Bugs"
• Bugs Beyond Belief!
• Marvelous Miniatures
• Modern Keys, Bugs and Paddles

KEYS II: THE EMPORIUM
The World's Most Admired Keys - New And Old
by Dave Ingram, K4TWJ

This book was inspired by numerous requests for a sequel to my popular "Keys, Keys, Keys" book published a several years ago. Rather than continuing with "more of the same" (although that expansion would have made a terrific book in itself), however, I pulled out all the stops to bring you views of the world's most admirable keys. Indeed, this blowout collection features many keys never before seen in publication! It includes hand keys, bugs fully automatic bugs, paddles, verticals and miniatures in both old and new categories. Most of the older keys are collectors' prides; most of the new (and available right now) keys are well on their way to becoming modern classics. Combined, they make an absolutely incredible collection I can only describe as a "keys emporium". This book includes:
• Classic Hand Keys
• Ever-Popular Bugs
• Unusual Bugs
• Exotic Bugs and Keys
• QRP Keys and Paddles
• New Keys and Paddles

Your Guide to HF Fun
by Dave Ingram, K4TWJ

Whether you recently acquired a new or upgraded license, are returning
to amateur radio after an extended absence, or simply wish to expand
your horizons, this easy-to-understand book is your hands-on guide to
enjoying the fascinating world of HF communications. HF is a world filled
with exciting DX, terrific contests, super-featured gear and special folks just
like you. Yes and the ability to communicate with amateurs in distant lands
on a person-to-person basis of international friendship and goodwill forms
the backbone of HF and amateur radio. It is also this unique communications ability for which radio amateurs are widely known and respected.
Book details are listed below:
• The Glitz and Glamour of HF
• A Quick Study of HF Transceivers
• Setting Up a Safe and Effective HF Station
• Selecting, Installing and Tuning HF Antennas
• Overviewing the HF Bands
• How to Sound Great and Operate Like a Pro
• The Fine Art of DXing and Contesting
• HF Mobiling in High Style

Keys, Keys, Keys
A Visual Celebration of Amateur Radio's Favorite Accessory
by Dave Ingram, K4TWJ

This book is well illustrated and is now in its fourth printing. It has withstood the test of time and become a classic and a collectible. Chapters include:
• Famous Name Bugs
• Limited Production Bugs
• Collecting, Restoring, Adjusting and Using Keys
• Hand Key Haven
• Telegraph and Code Apparatus of Yesteryear
• Modern Keys and Paddles
• And Much More
This book is no longer available for purchase

33 Simple Weekend Projects,
for the Ham, the Student, and the Experimenter!

The picture on the cover says it all. Have you ever wished you had a
guidebook for getting a child interested in electronics and amateur radio?
These educational and practical projects demand the minimum in
skill or experience, and will provide hours of fun. The chapter headings are:
• The Joys of Homebrewing
• Elmer's Sugarcoated Electronic Theory
• Projects for the Home Station
• HF Antennas
• Special Treats for VHF Enthusiasts
• Big-time Accessories for Your HF Mobile Rig
• A Potpourri of Fun Projects

33 Simple Weekend Projects is available from our friends at
Morse Express and CQ Publishing.

All books except Keys IV may be ordered
from the following dealers
Click on the links below to visit the dealer websites

AES Amateur Electronic Supply
Advanced Specialties
ARRL--http://www.arrl.org/publications-online-store
KJI Electronics
http://www.lentinicomm.com
R & L Electronics
Universal Radio, Inc.
Burnaby Radio Communications, Ltd.
Ham Radio Outlet (HRO)
http://www.MorseX.com