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by nelamvr6
15 Jan 2020, 15:50
Forum: Mice & other input devices
Topic: new vertical thumb trackball from Kensington [2020]
Replies: 13
Views: 36803

Re: new vertical thumb trackball from Kensington [2020]

So far I haven't been able to find many reviews, and I haven't been able to find any actual product to buy...
by nelamvr6
15 Jan 2020, 15:49
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: What are you listening to at the moment?
Replies: 1561
Views: 519446

Re: What are you listening to at the moment?

I'm listening to Radio Paradise

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by nelamvr6
08 Nov 2019, 00:04
Forum: Other external
Topic: Great/Interesting Finds
Replies: 26262
Views: 8606123

Re: Great/Interesting Finds

ZedTheMan wrote:
07 Nov 2019, 20:47
Not a bad price for an Omnikey Ultra T
https://rover.ebay.com/rover/0/0/0?mpre ... 4026561800
I concur. I snatched that baby up!
by nelamvr6
03 Nov 2019, 02:20
Forum: Deskthority talk
Topic: Deskthority Fundraising Campaign 2019
Replies: 77
Views: 84798

Re: Deskthority Fundraising Campaign 2019

Done, and it's my pleasure!
by nelamvr6
12 Oct 2019, 03:05
Forum: News
Topic: HHKB refresh in 2019?
Replies: 210
Views: 182761

Re: HHKB refresh in 2019?

I just bought a Pro 2 Type S, I'm not one to worry about it if a new one comes out right after I take delivery. Even if the new one is better in some way, the current model is still excellent.
by nelamvr6
20 Sep 2019, 21:31
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Model M with gold square badge?
Replies: 24
Views: 6186

Re: IBM Model M with gold square badge?

I am definitely NOT taking the protective film off my Model F's badge. It's been there at least 35 years, if I have my way it'll be there for 35 more...
by nelamvr6
19 Sep 2019, 23:37
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Model M with gold square badge?
Replies: 24
Views: 6186

Re: IBM Model M with gold square badge?

Yeah that is definitely a domed badge. Here are a couple of pics of my badge, which is on a Model F, but which is pretty much the way the standard flat badges look:

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by nelamvr6
19 Sep 2019, 05:22
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Model M with gold square badge?
Replies: 24
Views: 6186

Re: IBM Model M with gold square badge?

That doesn't look like it's just the badge with yellowed protective film to me, it looks like a domed badge of a different color. There may be a protective cover on there, but I think that's actually a gold tone badge. I found very few threads about part number 1390136 keyboards, and very few pics....
by nelamvr6
19 Sep 2019, 01:12
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Model M with gold square badge?
Replies: 24
Views: 6186

Re: IBM Model M with gold square badge?

That doesn't look like it's just the badge with yellowed protective film to me, it looks like a domed badge of a different color. There may be a protective cover on there, but I think that's actually a gold tone badge. I found very few threads about part number 1390136 keyboards, and very few pics. ...
by nelamvr6
12 Aug 2019, 18:18
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Re: I'm 99% convinced in buy a topre keyboard, anything I should know before pressing the "buy" button?
Replies: 10
Views: 3948

Re: I'm 99% convinced in buy a topre keyboard, anything I should know before pressing the "buy" button?

I would recommend buying the silenced version when you do decide to buy. In most of the cases I've seen it's not much more, $10 in the case of the FC660C, and the sound is really luscious.
by nelamvr6
11 Aug 2019, 19:51
Forum: Workshop
Topic: IBM 5251 Beamspring Keyboard Restoration
Replies: 25
Views: 6448

Re: IBM 5251 Beamspring Keyboard Restoration

Awesome job! Thanks for posting this!
by nelamvr6
10 Aug 2019, 00:01
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Cleaning up zrrion's Wyse PCE
Replies: 27
Views: 10645

Re: Cleaning up zrrion's Wyse PCE

Very interesting, thanks for sharing this!

The lubing and reassembly definitely looks like a task that goes much better when you always have a pint of malt beverage handy...
by nelamvr6
09 Aug 2019, 07:42
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)
Replies: 190
Views: 44986

Re: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)

My preference would be the Unsaver! I just got it working tonight. Took way too long for me to get this working but now that I have it together I love it. Now all I need to do is get a solenoid driver board so I can use the peizo buzzer that came with the keyboard. I also plan to make a USB hub wit...
by nelamvr6
07 Aug 2019, 19:56
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)
Replies: 190
Views: 44986

Re: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)

I have never had the opportunity to try an F122, so I can't comment on how well I like that model. But I do own both a Model F XT and a Model F AT. I have to say that I love them both, but I prefer the XT by a slight margin. I like the layout on the AT a little better, and the feel and sound of the...
by nelamvr6
07 Aug 2019, 19:09
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)
Replies: 190
Views: 44986

Re: What Are Your IBM Model F Preferences? (XT vs AT vs 122...)

I have never had the opportunity to try an F122, so I can't comment on how well I like that model. And Kishsavers are absolute unobtanium, unless you're talking about the new reissues that everyone is anxiously waiting for. But I'm not sure that comparing the new reissues with the vintage models wou...
by nelamvr6
18 Jul 2019, 05:56
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM model F's tribute
Replies: 49
Views: 13104

Re: IBM model F's tribute

depletedvespene wrote:
18 Jul 2019, 01:26
So, what is cooler than an F122 with an impossibly cool badge? An F122 with TWO impossibly cool badges! :mrgreen: :mrgreen:


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by nelamvr6
18 Jul 2019, 00:04
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM model F's tribute
Replies: 49
Views: 13104

Re: IBM model F's tribute

depletedvespene wrote:
17 Jul 2019, 23:43
Wazrach wrote:
17 Jul 2019, 22:54
depletedvespene wrote:
17 Jul 2019, 21:40
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What a looker. Wouldn't mind that logo gracing my keyboard.
I can't believe it was THIS EASY to convert my laptop's shitty keyboard into a cool one!


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(I'm gonna have to post a picture of my F122 to compensate this atrocity :mrgreen: )
Genius!
by nelamvr6
17 Jul 2019, 21:04
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM model F's tribute
Replies: 49
Views: 13104

Re: IBM model F's tribute

I never get tired of looking down and seeing the iconic IBM sliver badge

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by nelamvr6
16 Jul 2019, 20:04
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM model F's tribute
Replies: 49
Views: 13104

Re: IBM model F's tribute

I have a new daily driver, a Model F XT that I got NOS:

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by nelamvr6
07 Jun 2019, 04:19
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model F XT New Old Stock
Replies: 9
Views: 2751

Re: Model F XT New Old Stock

Tragic I'm selling these in my thread for much less. (self advertising ik) :roll: Had I known... But it looks like you're not selling complete keyboards. If you had a complete keyboard how much would you charge? I actually do have 5 XT's that aren't NOS but I could throw the case from those onto th...
by nelamvr6
07 Jun 2019, 03:12
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model F XT New Old Stock
Replies: 9
Views: 2751

Re: Model F XT New Old Stock

Redmaus wrote:
07 Jun 2019, 02:05
Tragic I'm selling these in my thread for much less. (self advertising ik) :roll:
Had I known...

But it looks like you're not selling complete keyboards. If you had a complete keyboard how much would you charge?
by nelamvr6
06 Jun 2019, 19:36
Forum: Other external
Topic: Great/Interesting Finds
Replies: 26262
Views: 8606123

Re: Great/Interesting Finds

Just wow. https://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-5251-Beam-Spring-Keyboard-Beamspring/163721796187?epid=1944139422&hash=item261e945a5b:g:zMAAAOSwMQpc-Gxb And https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Loc-Yu-5188825-Beck-7362157-RAL-1752692-Beam-Spring-Mechanical-Keyboard/233248643026?hash=item364eb3d7d2:g:mQMAAOSwEyF...
by nelamvr6
06 Jun 2019, 18:35
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model F XT New Old Stock
Replies: 9
Views: 2751

Re: Model F XT New Old Stock

USD 350, Yikes ! Yeah. But, how much have you seen other new old stock XTs go for? Sometimes, you just gotta tell the wallet to shut up and indulge yourself with something you want. Now don't skimp on the Soarer's converter and get a good one! :D Already taken care of my friend! The one I'm using n...
by nelamvr6
06 Jun 2019, 18:24
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model F XT New Old Stock
Replies: 9
Views: 2751

Re: Model F XT New Old Stock

USD 350, Yikes ! Yeah. But, how much have you seen other new old stock XTs go for? I read stories every so often about people finding things in elderly deceased relative's sheds or basements, but I don'e have any elderly relatives, deceased or otherwise. The chances of me acquiring something like t...
by nelamvr6
06 Jun 2019, 16:45
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model F XT New Old Stock
Replies: 9
Views: 2751

Model F XT New Old Stock

I just couldn't resist. I know I paid too much, but I don't care all that much at this moment. And I'll probably care even less when it arrives! https://www.ebay.com/itm/NICE-Vintage-IBM-Model-F-XT-83-Key-Clicky-Keyboard-for-IBM-5150-PC-5160-XT-NEW-/183811556879?_trksid=p2047675.m43663.l10137&nordt=...
by nelamvr6
05 Jun 2019, 19:01
Forum: Other external
Topic: Great/Interesting Finds
Replies: 26262
Views: 8606123

Re: Great/Interesting Finds

xicanoink wrote:
05 Jun 2019, 16:01
IBM Model F XT, $69.99 free shipping!
https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-IBM-Pe ... SwjEVc9sJa
Thanks! I just snatched that up!
by nelamvr6
31 May 2019, 09:43
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model M appreciation
Replies: 45
Views: 11455

Re: Model M appreciation

depletedvespene wrote:
31 May 2019, 01:14
nelamvr6 wrote:
31 May 2019, 00:56
depletedvespene wrote:
31 May 2019, 00:36
Let's see the rest of that cable (it could well be a replacement). But if that thin logo triggers you, buy a replacement from Cindy! (she should still have some of those fantastic black cables in stock)
Cindy?
Cindy. https://www.elecshopper.com/ibm-sdl-to- ... e-new.html
Thanks!
by nelamvr6
31 May 2019, 00:56
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model M appreciation
Replies: 45
Views: 11455

Re: Model M appreciation

depletedvespene wrote:
31 May 2019, 00:36
Let's see the rest of that cable (it could well be a replacement). But if that thin logo triggers you, buy a replacement from Cindy! (she should still have some of those fantastic black cables in stock)
Cindy?
by nelamvr6
29 May 2019, 10:36
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM model F's tribute
Replies: 49
Views: 13104

Re: IBM models F tribute

Here's my daily driver, a Model F AT:

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