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by Bjerrk
23 Dec 2022, 22:06
Forum: Group buys
Topic: Beam Spring 104+SSK Reproduction Project! First Batch In Stock, Shipping early next year after New Model F Project
Replies: 772
Views: 3565685

Re: Beam Spring 104+SSK Reproduction Project! First Batch In Stock, Shipping early next year after New Model F Project

The main attitude I want to convey is that due to their complexity, beam spring keyboards will always be an enthusiast project, not a set it and forget it type of keyboard. That makes sense. It was mostly lines like this one: When installing keys, be extremely gentle when pressing them into the mod...
by Bjerrk
23 Dec 2022, 15:54
Forum: Group buys
Topic: Beam Spring 104+SSK Reproduction Project! First Batch In Stock, Shipping early next year after New Model F Project
Replies: 772
Views: 3565685

Re: Beam Spring 104+SSK Reproduction Project! First Batch In Stock, Shipping early next year after New Model F Project

Some things from the product page that ... worry me a bit: Beam spring keyboards are new to most people – do not be scared to learn how to set them up and maintain them: Though both are capacitive keyboards with springs, beam spring keyboards are very different from Model F keyboards, so even if you...
by Bjerrk
23 Dec 2022, 10:11
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Dell A101W keys function intermittently
Replies: 1
Views: 1422

Re: Dell A101W keys function intermittently

Okay, here are a few things to consider: * When you say intermittently, is it completely random or fixable by e.g. unplugging the keyboard, leaving it for a bit, and then plugging it in again? * Do they always work if you e.g. press hard? * What if you short the corresponding switch pins on the back...
by Bjerrk
23 Dec 2022, 10:07
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?
Replies: 63
Views: 17127

Re: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?

kbdfr wrote:
23 Dec 2022, 09:08
As an analogy, I don't simply assume everybody else understands straight away what this means:
"vigilate quia nescitis diem neque horam".
Weakest analogy game everrr :D
by Bjerrk
22 Dec 2022, 10:10
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?
Replies: 63
Views: 17127

Re: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?

kbdfr wrote:
22 Dec 2022, 08:51
Bjerrk wrote:
22 Dec 2022, 07:23
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by Bjerrk
22 Dec 2022, 07:23
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?
Replies: 63
Views: 17127

Re: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?

I wouldn't want something that felt like it was about to fall apart which has been the criticism people have levelled at the Model M I have literally never encountered that criticism. :) More often, I read reviews such as this one that describes the original IBM Model Ms as "built like a tank". A r...
by Bjerrk
22 Dec 2022, 06:43
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: GOOD Cherry MX Switches
Replies: 38
Views: 10386

Re: GOOD Cherry MX Switches

vvp wrote:
21 Dec 2022, 23:03
Browns are tactile but not clicky. Blues are tactile and clicky.
Dude! No way! What about reds then! Is it like liniur or something??
by Bjerrk
21 Dec 2022, 08:17
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: GOOD Cherry MX Switches
Replies: 38
Views: 10386

Re: GOOD Cherry MX Switches

For the original lineup of cherry switches, I like mx black and browns aren't too bad if they're not scratchy. I've tried a lot of clones but for tactiles I like the new badseed tactiles. They're pretty different from most mx tactiles out there and pretty snappy. What's special about them? Based on...
by Bjerrk
19 Dec 2022, 13:31
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Save-a-Term: Use a regular PC keyboard with an original 5251/3278 terminal
Replies: 3
Views: 1777

Re: Save-a-Term: Use a regular PC keyboard with an original 5251/3278 terminal

Sheepless wrote:
19 Dec 2022, 13:15
Hilariously (in a good way), enthusiasts are still developing software for PDP-11 operating systems.
As far as I understand, still quite relevant?

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Posted from my PDP-11
(okay, that was a lie ... )
by Bjerrk
19 Dec 2022, 13:28
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Post your keyboard/keycaps!
Replies: 3554
Views: 1338300

Re: Post your keyboard/keycaps!

Aruberon wrote:
19 Dec 2022, 11:28
And I suppose to contribute to the topic and the current east bloc vibe:
Looks fantastic! And such a sensible layout, too :)
by Bjerrk
16 Dec 2022, 23:44
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?
Replies: 63
Views: 17127

Re: Does anyone else feel the lack of a fullsize option ruins the Model F repro?

ArtyomTheMetroHopper wrote:
16 Dec 2022, 11:19
As long as the Beamspring switches are reliant on a membrane it will not really be accessible as most enthusiasts don't know or have the resources to recreate a membrane for a custom layout.
Wait... What??
by Bjerrk
16 Dec 2022, 14:34
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Advice on building a F107? (yes, build)
Replies: 2
Views: 1501

Re: Advice on building a F107? (yes, build)

I think you would find this post (and the whole thread around it) very informative: https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?f=7&t=10744&p=510348&hilit=fssk#p510348 It's not the only way of doing things, but should give you a good idea of what's required (as well as some excellent resources to build on!)
by Bjerrk
16 Dec 2022, 14:27
Forum: For sale
Topic: SOLD - Brand New Model F (F77)
Replies: 16
Views: 4837

Re: Brand New Model F (F77)

yes, and i specified which professions need it and u stated that as a lie, so what exactly are u trying to say? before saying someones statement is a lie read carefully. Let's all calm down a bit and remember we're just discussing * keyboards and are all good friends :-P I don't wanna get on the ba...
by Bjerrk
16 Dec 2022, 07:55
Forum: For sale
Topic: SOLD - Brand New Model F (F77)
Replies: 16
Views: 4837

Re: Brand New Model F (F77)

It has strong weaknesses And weak strengths? :D For what it's worth, after two years of use, my New Model F may still be the best keyboard I own , all things considered. And I own a few :D Or at least in a shared 1st place with only a few other boards. I'm still more fond of some vintage keyboards,...
by Bjerrk
07 Dec 2022, 20:09
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: What was/is the worst keyboard/switch you have ever tried?
Replies: 70
Views: 39930

Re: What was/is the worst keyboard/switch you have ever tried?

You have never tried truly awful switches if you think MX Blue or Brown are anywhere near the bottom 😅
by Bjerrk
24 Nov 2022, 08:51
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: IDENTIFY THE KEYSWITCH thread
Replies: 653
Views: 495758

Re: IDENTIFY THE KEYSWITCH thread

Sometime later, their reputation improved as someone claimed if you lube them just right they come to life with aplomb. Hmm. Consider me skeptical. I actually bought a board with Mitsumi minimechs that had been lubed in that particular way. Let me tell you, the binding was awful. So in this case I ...
by Bjerrk
21 Nov 2022, 21:25
Forum: For sale
Topic: [FS] [US-TX] Brand New Model M 1390131 Keyboards!
Replies: 4
Views: 2064

Re: [FS] [US-TX] Brand New Model M 1390131 Keyboards!

Muirium wrote:
21 Nov 2022, 17:14
I dispute any Model M is best besides the SSK, but I won’t dispute your right to an opinion. ;)
I will dispute any opinion which contradicts The Fundamental Axioms.
The Fundamental Axioms wrote: Axiom 4: The inclusion of a numpad improves any thing.
by Bjerrk
21 Nov 2022, 21:20
Forum: Workshop
Topic: Wheelwriter 70 - QMK Conversion and XT Case Build
Replies: 15
Views: 7941

Re: Wheelwriter 70 - QMK Conversion and XT Case Build

Haha, awesome project.
I recently QMK-converted a wheelwriter, but it actually still functions as a typewriter as well! Something about playing Quake on a typewriter seemed like a good idea at the time.
by Bjerrk
26 Oct 2022, 08:51
Forum: Off-topic
Topic: Retyping Books
Replies: 21
Views: 19608

Re: Retyping Books

Muirium wrote:
26 Oct 2022, 02:50
I just happen to prefer mine already spoken; whether by the computer (which I do a lot and have for decades)
Insanity, pure insanity!
by Bjerrk
18 Oct 2022, 09:43
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Typewriter Switch Log - with pictures
Replies: 21
Views: 3795

Re: Typewriter Switch Log - with pictures

guidemetothelight wrote:
18 Oct 2022, 09:29
(also, if there isnt Ä, Ö & Ü on the board, its a pass for me)
Such a luxury position :D Being from Denmark, I'm used to typing on all sorts of ISO-esque layouts. We don't dub foreign films and TV either :P

Did you get around to "converting" the Triumph Adler SE505 by the way?
by Bjerrk
17 Oct 2022, 09:31
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: This evening's pickup. Found an Apple AEK II on Craigslist!
Replies: 21
Views: 2846

Re: This evening's pickup. Found an Apple AEK II on Craigslist!

In TMK/QMK ADB converters, that key behaves just like any other. I have it mapped to open a calculator, for instance. Murium just gave one example use for it.
by Bjerrk
15 Oct 2022, 11:40
Forum: Marketplace Help
Topic: Price Check: How much is my _____ worth?
Replies: 4744
Views: 1323148

Re: Price Check: How much is my _____ worth?

Icarium wrote:
15 Oct 2022, 00:24
Well, I don't have caps for it so I guess they go in the bin. :D
Actually, I find them interesting 😅 Too bad I didn't say that sooner
by Bjerrk
15 Oct 2022, 00:09
Forum: Marketplace Help
Topic: Price Check: How much is my _____ worth?
Replies: 4744
Views: 1323148

Re: Price Check: How much is my _____ worth?

Someone clearly misunderstood someone here... Seems like you both agree that they're good enough switches but not much use to most of us when offered without matching keycaps?

I swear, DT has the highest incidence of misunderstandings-turned-bitchy 🤪
by Bjerrk
14 Oct 2022, 08:54
Forum: Workshop
Topic: IBM AT USB conversion
Replies: 26
Views: 7974

Re: IBM AT USB conversion

Hiding it in the case is, in a sense, even easier :P Then all you need is a pro micro (or teensy or RP2040 or ... ), a few stumps of wire and a soldering iron and you'll have TMK, QMK or Soarer's up and running in no time. (May be wise to also buy a few 1-2kOhm resistors, although you probably won't...
by Bjerrk
14 Oct 2022, 07:53
Forum: Workshop
Topic: IBM AT USB conversion
Replies: 26
Views: 7974

Re: IBM AT USB conversion

You can "daisy-chain" AT -> PS/2 -> USB with all passive adapters with no drama. The F AT will need an active adapter (/converter) in there somewhere, will it not? In fact, I just had to try it out: with passive AT->PS/2 (i.e. 5-pin DIN to 6-pin mini-DIN) and then passive PS/2->USB, the lights come...
by Bjerrk
14 Oct 2022, 07:35
Forum: Workshop
Topic: USB host shield doubt/problem
Replies: 9
Views: 3477

Re: USB host shield doubt/problem

I had (have, really) the same problem! In fact, I still have a non-functional pro micro/USB host shield wired up somewhere on my desk ... Anyway, I think the source of the problem is explained here: https://forum.arduino.cc/t/usb-host-mini-shield-not-communicating-with-pro-micro-help-spi/314349 As I...
by Bjerrk
13 Oct 2022, 14:45
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT
Replies: 22
Views: 9226

Re: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT

Icarium wrote:
13 Oct 2022, 13:59
Rezene wrote:
12 Oct 2022, 13:49
make ` ~ return
What? Do you have a picture? This makes no sense to me. :)
Isn't it just to emulate a "vertical" (ANSI-like :( ) enter key?
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by Bjerrk
11 Oct 2022, 20:13
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT
Replies: 22
Views: 9226

Re: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT

The Windows key is only slightly more useful than the Windows operating system :P
by Bjerrk
11 Oct 2022, 17:27
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT
Replies: 22
Views: 9226

Re: [WTB][UK-EU] IBM F XT

You must have done some wild remapping to make that lack of bottom row keys work on a daily driver. :) Not really actually :D I mean, you have LCtrl, LAlt and you can map CapsLock to RAlt. What more do you need? :P Then you can easily find a spot for a layer key using tap/hold logic, and then do al...

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