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by TomVR
15 Jun 2022, 14:48
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model M Barn find, broken key barrel
Replies: 6
Views: 2153

Re: Model M Barn find, broken key barrel

Yeah it definitely seems just getting a brand new frame is the way to go, maybe have it delivered somewhere state side the next time I fly over.

I found this post ( https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?t=15979 ) and seems that it can be done with careful effort, but 20~ bucks for a new frame plus ...
by TomVR
15 Jun 2022, 13:33
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model M Barn find, broken key barrel
Replies: 6
Views: 2153

Re: Model M Barn fine, broken key barrel



The broken-off piece isn't missing is it? If you have it then I think you could try gluing it back on with epoxy and then wrap some tape around the barrel for support.
(I would use epoxy+fibreglass weave instead of tape, but that's not for everyone)


I should take another look in the place it ...
by TomVR
15 Jun 2022, 11:46
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Model M Barn find, broken key barrel
Replies: 6
Views: 2153

Model M Barn find, broken key barrel

I've got a broken Model M Keyboard I've found in a barn in Poland and it looks to be in fixable condition except one of the cylinders of the barrel plate / inner frame is broken on the X key.

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Any ideas on what I could do to repair this barrel, or maybe salvage one from under the ...

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