Begali Intrepid

Begali Intrepid

The design of semi-automatic keys has changed very little since Horace Martin sold his first “bug” more than a hundred years ago. The Intrepid, however, introduces a distinct new architecture that breaks this mold. The return forces and damping are produced by magnets for the utmost consistency and durability. The single machined arm is held by precision bearings for smooth reliable action, and the design ensures that it always returns to the exact same neutral position. The precision adjustments are embedded in two gold plated “walls” which also protect the mechanism.
The horizontal pendulum, which produces the dits of a Morse character, is actuated by an ingenious lever mechanism. The sliding weights allow you to adjust the speed from about 18wpm to more than 40wpm.

The Intrepid, with its distinct cast iron base, is a heavy-weight of about 2,5kg