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Old October 18th, 2009, 02:17   #12
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Default Re: 2 blade vs. 3 blade props

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Originally Posted by stratoduck View Post
Is it worth bringing up the single bladed prop for the Continental 65? It was counterweighted and allowed a slight rotation that gave it a small change in pitch. It claimed to climb and cruise better than the two bladed props of the time. My grandfather met a guy back in the 1940's with one on a Taylorcraft that substantiated the manufacturer's claims. The only thing I've ever found concerning this prop are old ads. Seems to have completely disappeared from aviation rather quickly. I would love to hear if anyone knows of what happened to the product.
Oh I'd love to see a picture.
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