deskthority

Hey y'all,

Today what I have for sale is a fully restored and USB converted (via xwhatsit) IBM 3278 Beamspring Keyboard with genuine Selectric Blue keycaps.

The keyboard is fully tested and functional (including the original solenoid) and all switches feel consistent overall. The keycaps are in excellent condition, with no noticeable yellowing on any of the original or Selectric portion, and no shine on the original portion (since the Selectric portions are naturally smooth and shiny).

The original plastic door has been replaced with a custom metal one and the case/door have been sandblasted and powder coated in Beach Beige, which has a very similar color and texture to the original paint, for a consistent look.

Additionally, the keyboard comes with a custom-fitted Pelican case to protect it from the elements when not in use or during transport (please see pictures below).

Some things of note:

• The original plastic door along with a Selectric typewriter cover (useful for protecting the keyboard on the desk when not in use) will be included.

• The original door clip is sadly broken, and thus was replaced with a custom blue resin-cast one that matches the Selectric keycaps.
  • The new clip is fully functional, although a little bit small so it had been taped from the back (not visible during use) to keep it from shifting slightly.

• There is some mild discoloration on the plate, as pictured, that is fully smooth to the touch.

• The "Enter" key has been replaced with an equivalent one from a German set ("Fehler Korr") as sadly I was not able to source one from an English set.

• There is some mild chip damage to some small parts of the inner sides of the case (as pictured), although with the powder coating they're not very noticeable.

Looking for $2,400 USD (CONUS shipping included) OBO

Thanks for looking!

GLWS!! nice board but... price? That's one of my metal doors?

shine wrote: ↑

04 Jan 2022, 10:30

GLWS!! nice board but... price? That's one of my metal doors?

Yep yep, got the door from ya like a year or so ago now, feels like forever

In terms of price: I'm still working that out, but thought I'd post this here before I get distracted and forget.

EDIT: price added!

Must say that looks nice!

Pm'd

bump

Wow, that is like the ultimate Beamspring! Very nice!

bump with price reduction

Willing to sell just the blue cap set?

bump with price drop

Erderm_ wrote: ↑

17 Jan 2022, 06:38

Willing to sell just the blue cap set?

Sorry, looking to sell the board as a package deal, if possible.

That blue door clip looks really cool, do you have files for it?

mrprofessor wrote: ↑

24 Jan 2022, 06:36

That blue door clip looks really cool, do you have files for it?

Unrelated to the blue one but here's a clone of the one I have: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5209110

jsheradin wrote: ↑

24 Jan 2022, 18:17

mrprofessor wrote: ↑

24 Jan 2022, 06:36

That blue door clip looks really cool, do you have files for it?

Unrelated to the blue one but here's a clone of the one I have: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:5209110

Thank you

That's beautiful.

bump with price drop

bump, still available

bump with price reduction

bump

bump with price reduction

thank