I have a converted IBM 6580 Displaywriter Beamspring Keyboard up for sale. It only really need a case clean-up, or paint and some switches replaced.
Here are some pics of the keyboard:
https://imgur.com/gallery/hzkWCTP
I am looking for 700usd + shipping from Canada, Ottawa. All original stuff can also be included (OG controller, beeper, cable, etc)
Details are as follows:
- Converted using a Displaywriter Xwhatsit controller, key remappable, sold by modelfkeyboards (Ellipse), added a Solenoid driver to use with the original Beeper, or a small Solenoid.
- Mushy foam has been replaced, so switches are supported properly
- Keyboard case is relatively clean, no rust.
- Beamspring switches in Alphas area have been ultrasonically cleaned.
- There is a case crack on the top right, which is not visible in daily use.
- Around 3 or 4 keycaps have broken/ partially broken stems. I will include a set of Grey IBM Selectric II keycaps free of charge to fill up the whole board
- Around 7 or 8 switches have broken/ partially broken fly plates, so unfortunately they cannot actuate, and do not work. There might be a DIY solution to replace the fly plates, but I'm not very knowledgeable
Typing demo video:
https://youtu.be/OvZjROTF4J8
Feel free to drop any question in comment or in dms. Thank you everyone!