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by karlmartin95
23 Dec 2023, 00:07
Forum: Want to trade
Topic: [WTT] IBM F50 for Data entry beamsprings
Replies: 0
Views: 2301

[WTT] IBM F50 for Data entry beamsprings

Hello!

I managed to get an IBM F50 4704, and I'm looking for the shorter version of the IBM 5251 or 5285.

If you have one let me know!

Thanks
by karlmartin95
11 May 2023, 21:52
Forum: For sale
Topic: [SOLD] IBM LPFK
Replies: 5
Views: 1889

Re: WTS IBM MICRO CADAM LPFK

Hey! I'm interested, let's continue on pm
by karlmartin95
10 May 2023, 16:12
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Micro Cadam Keyboard
Replies: 6
Views: 1365

Re: [WTB] IBM Micro Cadam Keyboard

dcopellino wrote:
10 May 2023, 15:09
Hi Karl, there's been this listing on the Italian Craig list, subito.it, for a while, but there is no cue about the price the seller is asking for. Try dropping him a line, even if I don't think the cost of shipping from Bologna is worth it.
Regards
Thanks!
by karlmartin95
10 May 2023, 13:38
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Micro Cadam Keyboard
Replies: 6
Views: 1365

[WTB] IBM Micro Cadam Keyboard

Hi community!

I'm looking to purchase this IBM Micro Cadam Keyboard:

Image

I really don't know about prices, but if someone has one and is willing to sell it, I'm interested.

Thanks!
by karlmartin95
24 Feb 2022, 18:49
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Custom Vintage keyboard METAL shell
Replies: 99
Views: 16799

Re: Custom Vintage keyboard METAL shell

I saw your item post in ebay, do you have any photo of the shells to share with us?
by karlmartin95
27 Jan 2022, 15:35
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Model M SSK
Replies: 0
Views: 2899

[WTB] IBM Model M SSK

Hi,

I'm searching for a Model M SSK, any model. I'm from Argentina, the shipping should be made with DHL or FedEx or UPS.

Thanks!
by karlmartin95
21 Dec 2021, 12:08
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Beamspring keyboards, generational differences
Replies: 4
Views: 6393

Re: IBM Beamspring keyboards, generational differences

I can confirm this, I don't have photos now, but I can clearly see a lot of differences on my 3278's boards. And it's very noticeable, for example, 3 3278 that I have are made full of zinc metal, except of one, that is made of the same plastic of your old 5251.
by karlmartin95
23 Sep 2021, 17:38
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Oldest Model M In The World
Replies: 44
Views: 102824

Re: Oldest Model M In The World

My oldest Model M is a terminal one from 1987, it has the same metal plate like yours with that zinc process! It's beautiful, I have to restore it, but the new beamsprings acquisitions threw that restoration away :D But as a collector, it's very cool to have an early Model M in the collection. Some ...
by karlmartin95
19 Sep 2021, 17:27
Forum: Gallery
Topic: [Find] Big IBM Beamspring loot + extras
Replies: 8
Views: 6234

Re: [Find] Big IBM Beamspring loot + extras

Palatino wrote:
19 Sep 2021, 11:43
Very nice indeed! Does the “Screen reader” (numpad) use the same detachable connecting cable as a regular Model M?
Yes, it has the same SDL detachable cable.
by karlmartin95
19 Sep 2021, 02:01
Forum: Gallery
Topic: [Find] Big IBM Beamspring loot + extras
Replies: 8
Views: 6234

[Find] Big IBM Beamspring loot + extras

Hi community! glad to write a post for you guys again! This year is a very good one, I managed to get between last week and yesterday a good loot of IBM boards with terminals. The loot has: * IBM 3278 75-key with plastic top and bottom case. * IBM 3278 75-key with metal top and plastic bottom case, ...
by karlmartin95
27 Aug 2021, 01:12
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: [Find & Restoration] IBM 5281 Beamspring loot
Replies: 37
Views: 11117

Re: [Find & Restoration] IBM 5281 Beamspring loot

Hi guys, It's me again. Today I want to show you a loot of IBM boards that I found in a "Financial Company". - x2 IBM 5281 Complete Terminal (Keyboard and Data Terminal) - x2 IBM Terminal Model M (Silver and Blue badge) - A bag full of diskettes and tapes for 5281 machines The gold here is the 5218...
by karlmartin95
25 Jul 2021, 15:57
Forum: For sale
Topic: [SOLD] IBM 3276/3278 Beamspring
Replies: 12
Views: 3364

Re: [WTS/T] IBM 3276/3278 Beamspring

Pm, I have a 3178 blue button for trade
by karlmartin95
25 Jul 2021, 03:32
Forum: For sale
Topic: [New link - please close] Spanish layout Displaywriter
Replies: 17
Views: 4686

Re: Spanish layout Displaywriter

spongebob1981 wrote:
25 Jul 2021, 02:45
Sell pending to a local.
Soy de Argentina, te compro el teclado
by karlmartin95
01 Jul 2021, 03:46
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: I painted my dinged up F122 gray
Replies: 12
Views: 2342

Re: I painted my dinged up F122 gray

You have balls my friend!
by karlmartin95
26 Jun 2021, 21:37
Forum: Gallery
Topic: IBM Model F 3178 C2 repair-ish
Replies: 8
Views: 4011

Re: IBM Model F 3178 C2 repair-ish

People should appreciate more this Model F variant, for me is one of the best. It has a solenoid included, a good layout and it's sexy. I have two of them, one restored, it's quite a job to make it work but with the new Pandrew's board you can adapt it very easy. Good restoration, enjoy your new boa...
by karlmartin95
21 Jun 2021, 18:53
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Beamspring daily drivers?
Replies: 21
Views: 3694

Re: Beamspring daily drivers?

I'm using one of my 5281 beamfoot as a daily driver for programming, in my rotation I have an F122, F77, Compaq 12000 and from time to time, Bigfoot and F3178
by karlmartin95
19 Jun 2021, 14:07
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster
Replies: 4
Views: 1649

Re: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster

Bump
by karlmartin95
12 Jun 2021, 04:13
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Dear Model F owners, can we talk? (Long rant)
Replies: 143
Views: 276682

Re: Dear Model F owners, can we talk? (Long rant)

I use my beamfoot everyday for working, and I keep switching my Model F77, Bigfoot, 3178 and 122 so... I don't understand why people keeps complaining by layouts... I've never had a problem with that. (Software developer here) In my personal opinion, Model Fs are 10/10 keyboards, the best of the wor...
by karlmartin95
04 Jun 2021, 22:39
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster
Replies: 4
Views: 1649

Re: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster

Bump
by karlmartin95
29 Apr 2021, 13:30
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster
Replies: 4
Views: 1649

Re: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster

Bump
by karlmartin95
28 Apr 2021, 04:33
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] IBM Pingmaster
Replies: 4
Views: 1649

[WTB] IBM Pingmaster

I'm searching for an IBM Pingmaster, chinese or japanese keycaps.

I have to offer a M50 blue label NOS with box in exchange if the seller wants.
by karlmartin95
27 Apr 2021, 22:17
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Texas Instruments 911 Keyboard
Replies: 6
Views: 3934

Re: Texas Instruments 911 Keyboard

Does it have a speaker inside?
by karlmartin95
23 Apr 2021, 05:13
Forum: Reviews
Topic: $400 for buckling springs: do you get the F77 Repro or the F122 original? Here's what I think.
Replies: 18
Views: 9834

Re: $400 for buckling springs: do you get the F77 Repro or the F122 original? Here's what I think.

I have an original F77 and let me tell you that the typing experience is unique. Very similar to the F122 but more solid in the last one. if you ask me, I prefer both. But, If I'd have to choose between the F77 replica and the F122, I'll go all day with the F122.
by karlmartin95
20 Apr 2021, 02:39
Forum: Deskthority talk
Topic: Damaging 1981 computer keycaps with retrobrighting technique
Replies: 4
Views: 10090

Re: Damaging 1981 computer keycaps with retrobrighting technique

Sorry but I don't understand why would you apply the retrobright technique if the plastic will return to its old "yellowish" color? I did several retrobrights and after some time, the old color returns.
by karlmartin95
19 Apr 2021, 00:09
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Vintage Increases Value?
Replies: 120
Views: 25631

Re: Vintage Increases Value?

But think this way, why a collectible card (it's just a piece of paper) can cost, say 100.000 USD? Like a Pokemon one. So, why not an old rare Keyboard that could be used as a daily board cannot cost more than that? Like a classic car for example.
by karlmartin95
18 Apr 2021, 18:27
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: George Risk Industries Keyboard
Replies: 1
Views: 1223

George Risk Industries Keyboard

Hi guys, I want to show you my new find. It's a rare George Risk Industries keyboard with Futaba ML switches. Here some images: https://i.imgur.com/MFpOuQZ.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/CKJ9vil.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/gfiJZif.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/H0Ek8xn.jpeg https://i.imgur.com/sz64ilO.jpeg I faile...
by karlmartin95
05 Apr 2021, 18:04
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Introducing my new 4704 F400 administrative or just F107 for friends
Replies: 12
Views: 3977

Re: Introducing my new 4704 F400 administrative or just F107 for friends

hi dcopellino, happy to see your restoration. Enjoy this amazing board, you deserve it!
by karlmartin95
12 Mar 2021, 18:04
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IBM Model F XT: Fixing the original controller
Replies: 5
Views: 2222

Re: IBM Model F XT: Fixing the original controller

Grounding issue, try to adjust the nut that grounds the keyboard, inside the board there is a black cable with a metal O connector. The future solution to this issue is replacing the original pcb with a xwhatsit or the new model f/beamspring logic board created by kmnov.

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