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Even though your chances of finding something in person are going to be harder, at least you can use your fingers to judge if a keyboard at least feels good to type on. Keep an eye out for IBM keyboards. The IBM Models M are great and fairly common, although you may strike gold and find a Model F ...

Here is a sample of some of the new XT-quality blue printed keys on my f62 compared with corresponding keys on my HHKB.

f62:
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HHKB:
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Unfortunately, in the dim light that I usually use when working at the computer, the print on the darker blue keys on the f62 is nearly ...

Hi guys, I am trying to make an external converter for my Bigfoot so that I can use the original cable. Where on Earth is PF0 and PF1 on the Pro Micro? Attached are edited pictures omitting what I think I don't need, leaving the corresponding pins on the Pro Micro. I used images of Teensy converters ...

I'm interested in one

The case was actually uncomfortable at first, it really felt in the way. Then it grew on me, it feels very comfortable now.

Muirium wrote: 13 May 2021, 10:16 PERFECT colourway to frame history's most INSIDIOUSLY EVIL keyboard layout. Nicely done!

I'm a total freak, the layout really doesn't bother me in the slightest. The keys that I need are there, although I can totally see why this would drive people potty.

Floss-modded 5291 Model F "Bigfoot" with evil black/red colour scheme.

Sound after floss mod: https://voca.ro/13S0AgP76lZz

Hiya, I have exactly those keys if you're interested.

I wouldn't mind if Myoth was critical without being an asshole, but that's just not true unfortunately. Nobody wants to listen to you when you speak to/about people like that.

I'd love a 122-key mat! I already have one which is just fine, but I'd like something a bit cleaner than my typical rough work.

I really don't mind using the XT layout at all - the strange stepped modifier keys are not really a hindrance to me and the keys I need are still there and accessible. I can pretty much use any layout just fine. Ironically the most painful layout for me is a 60% layout, where I need to use function ...

I know this thread is about a template, but here's something that works really well for me. To mark the foam, I like to put it between the front of the barrel frame and the back of the backplate, holding them firmly together with binder clips. The foam should be sandwiched nicely and won't give ...

I know this thread is about a template, but here's something that works really well for me. To mark the foam, I like to put it between the front of the barrel frame and the back of the backplate, holding them firmly together with binder clips. The foam should be sandwiched nicely and won't give ...

Although I really don't know what the seller is referring to as "pine" Acer switches? AFAIK, the only difference on this new batch from the other cheaper one is the keycaps aren't Spanish. I think the seller will accept $30 or less, btw.


Chyros said Acer switches even have "pine" versions with ...

These boards are the gold standard of buckling spring. Everyone who has an F122 adores it, simple as that. They’re serious game ender material for anyone who likes their keyboards BIG.

And you’re dealing with XMIT here, a DT legend in his own right. Gold star, plus plus! :D


I've said it ...

Wazrach not sure if you read my reply but the manual describes how to fix the binding/scratchiness - it is not impossible to fix.

The new Model F keys are based on the original specs and even use the exact same PBT material that IBM used many decades ago. I have not seen any instances of ...

A cool idea, darkcruix! Are this already ellipse's keys? Because the print looks very sharp!

I have ordered a black classic case with blank black keycaps as well. Hopefully the shipping handlers will be more gentle to the package. Thanks for these tips, Wazrach! I watched the typing ...

After nearly 10 months of owning my classic F77, it's nearly perfect. Up until recently, it has always been far from it.

I had non-stop issues with the two shift keys. They would bind pretty horribly. A remedy I really didn't like was having to open up the keyboard and experiment with little bits ...

If anyone is having issues with a rattly or shrill spacebar, try putting thin adhesive neoprene under the stabiliser wire next to the tabs on the barrel frame. This has made the spacebar quieter and more solid, without making it mushy. For some reason after disassembling the keyboard, the ...

If anyone is having issues with a rattly or shrill spacebar, try putting thin adhesive neoprene under the stabiliser wire next to the tabs on the barrel frame. This has made the spacebar quieter and more solid, without making it mushy. For some reason after disassembling the keyboard, the spacebar ...

It is intersting that this should come up now. I think it has been believed that the purpose of the foam in the IBM Model F is to keep the key barrels securely in place because it was not possible to make the two metal plates and their locking tabs accuratly enough. But I have been directed form ...

Is EVA (Ethylene-vinyl acetate) suitable. I read earlier in the thread that art foam is fine but searching for that here in the UK suggests it may be a trademark and sold only in the USA. Over here I see craft foam much of which is described as EVA. If suitable the only other thing is to find it ...

Damn! I have the ISO version. :c

How can you mess up all the springs in your BRAND NEW F77?


I wasn't impressed with the key feel when I first got it. I had a feeling something was wrong with the switches. They were barely tactile and scratchy. I know buckling springs have a wear-in period, but I've typed on pristine and NOS ...

Hi guys, looking for at least enough springs for the letter keys. My brand new Model F77 springs are in poor condition because I messed something up. The springs in my XT are also kinked for some reason, so I cannot use those. I need some pristine springs with no kinks or damage, preferably pingy ...

On top of tightening the case screws, I also improved the key feel and sound by adding 2mm strips of shelf liner to the parts where the top inner assembly makes contact with the top case. So the sides of the assembly and the bit that separates the nav cluster of the F77 from the alphanumeric block ...

So I opened the assembly to be able to reseat the springs properly and ensure all spring ends are in the 12 o'clock position as shown in the video.

I wish I didn't bother. It's just worse than before. All the keys are barely tactile, even though the barrels don't wobble and the springs are in the ...

Oh and, the things I noted may make it seem like I have a negative opinion on the keyboard, but that couldn't be further from how it is. I am in love with this keyboard. It is so beautiful, so heavy and so loud. It's FANTASTIC.

I will TRY to keep this short as I plan to elaborate in a video review at some point, but here are some things that are worth noting before/after buying a Model F Labs keyboard.

If the key feel isn't as good as you remember or just isn't matching up to your original IBM, there's a good chance you ...

Weezer wrote: 25 Jun 2020, 23:59 What protocol do these use again?

I'd like to find out, just out of curiosity. I still have the controller for it if that will be of any use to anyone.