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by XMIT
12 May 2022, 16:40
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Custom Vintage keyboard METAL shell
Replies: 99
Views: 16794

Re: Custom Vintage keyboard METAL shell

I’m in for an F122 shell if it’s not too late.
by XMIT
01 May 2022, 20:44
Forum: Other external
Topic: Great/Interesting Finds
Replies: 26262
Views: 8606846

Re: Great/Interesting Finds

That looks like a first generation M122 converted by the Kentucky plant some time in the 90s.
by XMIT
28 Apr 2022, 17:02
Forum: Workshop
Topic: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project
Replies: 17
Views: 8030

Re: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project

Oh very nice! That’s easy enough. All I managed was a quick test of the board using a Soarer’s converter and a Windows laptop. (I still use Elite Keyboards’ Switch Hitter for quick keyboard tests, I never got around to writing something similar for Linux.) I was seeing doubled and missed key strokes...
by XMIT
27 Apr 2022, 02:00
Forum: Workshop
Topic: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project
Replies: 17
Views: 8030

Re: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project

Oh neat, thanks for sharing. I've got the 5 pin DIN power supply for mine, I don't think the power hack would do much for me. I'll learn more if and when I have a chance to crack it open.
by XMIT
24 Apr 2022, 03:47
Forum: Workshop
Topic: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project
Replies: 17
Views: 8030

Re: My Deko Fast Action Keyboard project

I finally got my hands on one of these.

What was Flecom's mod? It looks like it's pulling power from the auxiliary power input port.
by XMIT
20 Apr 2022, 21:37
Forum: News
Topic: RIP Bob Tibbetts "Northgate Bob"
Replies: 28
Views: 51067

Re: RIP Bob Tibbetts "Northgate Bob"

Hello RichardHill, welcome to Deskthority. I'm sorry your first post to the forum had to be under such unfortunate circumstances. To make good on my prior post, I'll send you a DM to see if there is anything I can do to help. Though, being halfway across the US, logistics are a concern. Stay well. M...
by XMIT
13 Apr 2022, 15:48
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: NCR K430 magnetic valve - Fixed! - second row from bottom was dead
Replies: 27
Views: 9067

Re: NCR K430 magnetic valve - Fixed! - second row from bottom was dead

aihk, I don't have this keyboard handy at the moment. The more photos you are able to post, and the more description of the behavior you are seeing that you are able to offer, the better I and others will be able to help you.
by XMIT
13 Apr 2022, 04:47
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] Sun Type 7 - Unix layout
Replies: 4
Views: 1142

Re: [WTB] Sun Type 7 - Unix layout

Sun Type 7 is a USB keyboard. It looks a lot like the Sun Type 5. But it's way flimsier and the keys feel way worse.

I'd be after a Sun Type 5 with an aftermarket USB adapter.
by XMIT
13 Apr 2022, 02:05
Forum: For sale
Topic: WTS - 4704 Kishsaver - IBM mini beam
Replies: 10
Views: 2359

Re: WTS - 4704 Kishsaver - IBM mini beam

Hey Mr Truul, I'm saving my pennies for https://www.ebay.com/itm/114933868710 since that guy trolls way harder than you do. GLWS
by XMIT
08 Apr 2022, 20:42
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Recreating the Lisp keyboard (10 years later)
Replies: 270
Views: 403751

Re: Recreating the Lisp keyboard (10 years later)

Finally ordered mine, I'm so excited! Great work lispnick.
by XMIT
04 Apr 2022, 01:39
Forum: News
Topic: RIP Bob Tibbetts "Northgate Bob"
Replies: 28
Views: 51067

Re: RIP Bob Tibbetts "Northgate Bob"

I wonder if there is some way we can support his estate by offering to purchase remaining inventory. I don't even know how I would pose such a question in a tasteful way.

I'd run it as a silent auction with proceeds benefitting the family given the opportunity.
by XMIT
04 Apr 2022, 01:38
Forum: Deskthority talk
Topic: How far should moderation go?
Replies: 24
Views: 25480

Re: How far should moderation go?

If you want a cluster of nonsense, go have a look at the Eric S. Raymond thread. I had to step away from DT for six months just to calm down after that one. Kids these days.
by XMIT
25 Feb 2022, 02:50
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: The New Beamspring Repros?
Replies: 15
Views: 2729

Re: The New Beamspring Repros?

Have you ever tried to design something for manufacturing? This is all par for the course.

The big shops do it faster because they employ full timers for whom this is not their first rodeo.

Innovation is hard.
by XMIT
22 Feb 2022, 02:12
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] Nissho KB106DE
Replies: 4
Views: 1602

Re: [WTB] Nissho KB106DE

I finally managed to get a KB106DE! Thanks everyone.
by XMIT
20 Feb 2022, 00:14
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: PS/2 Keyboard for old PC with high KRO
Replies: 59
Views: 30173

Re: PS/2 Keyboard for old PC with high KRO

Northgate Omnikey 101 would fit the bill. NKRO PS2 keyboard. Actual NKRO with diodes. Unsure if they turn up in Poland with any frequency. Cherry G80 from this era usually don't have diodes and aren't NKRO. But with a replacement PCB like the GH80-3000 (if you can find one) it would do the trick. Th...
by XMIT
18 Feb 2022, 18:13
Forum: Gallery
Topic: Damonskv's collection
Replies: 64
Views: 49926

Re: Damonskv's collection

I'm still in awe at just how pristine and not yellow these boards all are. I've got a good portion of these but they're not nearly as pretty. Well done! If I were you I'd just fabricate a new knob. Get a nice section of your favorite hardwood, turn it on a lathe and epoxy in a threaded section. At l...
by XMIT
13 Feb 2022, 15:02
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] Model F flippers, springs, barrels
Replies: 4
Views: 932

Re: [WTB] Model F flippers, springs, barrels

The flippers and springs would be the same. Unsure about the barrels offhand, I would have to check, as there are both the "buttress" and "pin" types. That being said, I probably have more barrels somewhere, it's the flippers and springs that are tough to find.
by XMIT
13 Feb 2022, 14:39
Forum: Want to buy
Topic: [WTB] Model F flippers, springs, barrels
Replies: 4
Views: 932

[WTB] Model F flippers, springs, barrels

Looking to convert an Ellipse F62 and F77 to OG Model F internals. Let me know what you have, maybe we can make a deal!

Same request as viewtopic.php?p=499780#p499780 .
by XMIT
13 Feb 2022, 04:38
Forum: For sale
Topic: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed
Replies: 40
Views: 9680

Re: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed

Sandblast with walnut shells to get the powder coat off. I don’t think MEK is going to do what you want. Cerakote is thinner and might work for this application. Maybe. I don’t think I’ll ever get my hands on a 4978 or a Space Cadet. I’m saving my pennies for a lispnick board. Maybe I should actuall...
by XMIT
10 Feb 2022, 22:27
Forum: News
Topic: DIY maglev mechanical keyboard switch
Replies: 1
Views: 4315

Re: DIY maglev mechanical keyboard switch

Oh, that old chestnut. There seemed to be an interest for a while for drop-in Hall sensor based replacements for Cherry MX boards. windmills.jpg Hall sensors always need a power pin. Maybe you can steal it from LED power. But that's not great. It's good to see new development, but this would require...
by XMIT
09 Feb 2022, 15:16
Forum: For sale
Topic: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed
Replies: 40
Views: 9680

Re: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed

No state income tax in Texas but we still have corporate and property tax. Also, that’s a uniquely American perspective on a forum full of folks in the EU. I bet they’re telling us to cry them a river as they pay 35% tax and enjoy free healthcare and reasonable new parent leave. If you find someone ...
by XMIT
09 Feb 2022, 01:55
Forum: For sale
Topic: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed
Replies: 40
Views: 9680

Re: [WTS] Original IBM Model F107's with Xwhatsit Controller Installed

And I remember when we thought Ellipse was a madman for selling rare SSKs for $1000. Now we’re selling F107s for ten times what they cost a few years ago and turning to Ellipse for our key caps. Strange times indeed. At this rate, a NIB OG Model M from the 80s will put my kids through college ten ye...
by XMIT
08 Feb 2022, 18:58
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Niz plum 35g or 45g?
Replies: 83
Views: 88084

Re: Niz plum 35g or 45g?

We need to lobby HaaTa to get his force gage working again so we can get actual data.
by XMIT
08 Feb 2022, 17:08
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Niz plum 35g or 45g?
Replies: 83
Views: 88084

Re: Niz plum 35g or 45g?

They are just different. The peak force required is lower but stays pretty consistent through the stroke.
by XMIT
08 Feb 2022, 15:03
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: Niz plum 35g or 45g?
Replies: 83
Views: 88084

Re: Niz plum 35g or 45g?

The NiZ / Plum domes are about 10g lighter than advertised. The 55g domes are great, I prefer them to Topre 45g. Force curve here: https://chart-studio.plotly.com/~haata/573
by XMIT
06 Feb 2022, 03:27
Forum: Keyboards
Topic: NMB RT101+ Key Issues
Replies: 22
Views: 4444

Re: NMB RT101+ Key Issues

There really isn’t much to a Space Invaders switch. It’s two little gold plated prongs that make contact. I would suspect the contacts are dirty.
by XMIT
05 Feb 2022, 20:15
Forum: Group buys
Topic: Space Invasion 2.0
Replies: 40
Views: 76088

Re: Space Invasion 2.0

I had to do some digging to uncover the original thread from last year. It was: viewtopic.php?f=2&t=25763&start=210

Well done. Keep up the good work!
by XMIT
02 Feb 2022, 22:12
Forum: Deskthority talk
Topic: Moderation Returns to the Badlands of Deskthority
Replies: 91
Views: 115096

Re: Moderation Returns to the Badlands of Deskthority

Wunderbar! kbdfr was basically a mod back in the day by stomping down anything that was too dumb. Glad to hear this news!

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