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Re: Great/Interesting Finds
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 03:15
by Techno Trousers
Yeah. Plus AZERTY layout, though I assume that could be changed with an xwhatsit and keycap swapping.
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 03:18
by JP!
Techno Trousers wrote: Yeah. Plus AZERTY layout, though I assume that could be changed with an xwhatsit and keycap swapping.
It would still be awesome to type on without a top case.
Better luck next time though.
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 04:24
by depletedvespene
Techno Trousers wrote: Yeah. Plus AZERTY layout, though I assume that could be changed with an xwhatsit and keycap swapping.
Sssshhhh... don't say that out loud, or
someone might come to verbally abuse you.
Re: Great/Interesting Finds
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 06:16
by Techno Trousers
depletedvespene wrote:Techno Trousers wrote: Yeah. Plus AZERTY layout, though I assume that could be changed with an xwhatsit and keycap swapping.
Sssshhhh... don't say that out loud, or
someone might come to verbally abuse you.
I originally wrote "that can be fixed," but then decided to go the diplomatic route.
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 08:16
by mcmaxmcmc
Apple IIgs Keyboard in auction. Not sure which type of switch between Orange and Salmon.
(Or even SMK Tactile, the lable looks kinda weird)
https://buyee.jp/item/yahoo/auction/h321363971
EDIT: This is most likely to be the Orange Alps type, judging by the label in the back.
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 10:08
by kbdfr
Techno Trousers wrote: depletedvespene wrote:Techno Trousers wrote: Yeah. Plus AZERTY layout, though I assume that could be changed with an xwhatsit and keycap swapping.
Sssshhhh... don't say that out loud, or
someone might come to verbally abuse you.
I originally wrote "that can be fixed," but then decided to go the diplomatic route.
Now that at least is a funny conversation
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 21:40
by digital_matthew
IBM Model F 122 for a decent price considering the last one sold for more than $800 shipped.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Model-F-Pa ... SwlgNbFtkM
Re: Great/Interesting Finds
Posted: 05 Jun 2018, 22:55
by savantstrike
Are f122's really that expensive now...
Guess I won't be collecting any of them any time soon.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 00:01
by digital_matthew
savantstrike wrote: Are f122's really that expensive now...
Guess I won't be collecting any of them any time soon.
Sadly they appear to have hit a new normal. They could be found for around $200 in decent condition at the beginning of this year.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 00:23
by depletedvespene
I bought my second F122 in almost pristine condition less than a year ago for 250 (+shipping) and I got berated at for paying "that much".
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 00:41
by fohat
It seems like all the really desirable old IBM iron has tripled in price in the last year.
Even the significantly "lesser" and more common variants like XT and blue switch are going for $100+ nowadays.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 08:59
by xxhellfirexx
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 09:36
by Chyros
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 14:16
by E TwentyNine
Chyros wrote: Almost certainly modded.
No "almost" about it. Some yokel painted an XT.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 14:20
by Gnohio
E TwentyNine wrote: Chyros wrote: Almost certainly modded.
No "almost" about it. Some yokel painted an XT.
It makes it even funnier when you read the description and see "This keyboard is a less common color variant of black on top and red underneath."
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 14:27
by JP!
Gnohio wrote:
It makes it even funnier when you read the description and see "This keyboard is a less common color variant of black on top and red underneath."
That's marketing for you. There is a reason this is an uncommon color variant
I know someone who listed an item on eBay describing the item as "the best one I've ever seen" which wasn't untrue but in reality was only the second of such item they owned.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 15:56
by digital_matthew
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 16:08
by //gainsborough
Gone already! That was quick!!!
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 16:11
by Blaise170
I wonder if they are actually refurbished or if the seller just wiped it off with a towel and said "That looks nice."?
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 16:14
by digital_matthew
Gnohio wrote: ...
It makes it even funnier when you read the description and see "This keyboard is a less common color variant of black on top and red underneath."
It also features the less common "glue blotch where the badge ought to be badge".
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 17:10
by depletedvespene
digital_matthew wrote: Gnohio wrote: ...
It makes it even funnier when you read the description and see "This keyboard is a less common color variant of black on top and red underneath."
It also features the less common "glue blotch where the badge ought to be badge".
Oh, a
gustom keyboard...
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 17:11
by depletedvespene
Blaise170 wrote: I wonder if they are actually refurbished or if the seller just wiped it off with a towel and said "That looks nice."?
Mind you, that's a "surface refurbishing".
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 20:05
by Gnohio
Model F with the works. Says "Springs were derusted and then coated with Rust-oleum. The ping sound is dampened though the feel is preserved.", does anyone know how much that actually affects the springs? The extreme pingyness is one of the best things about model fs imo; would be a shame if that was altered too much.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Keyboard-M ... 0011.m1850
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 20:07
by Blaise170
Rustoleum? Like the spraypaint? Sounds like it would barely function at all.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 20:39
by codemonkeymike
Maybe its a rubberizing spray.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 20:56
by digital_matthew
Gnohio wrote: Model F with the works. Says "Springs were derusted and then coated with Rust-oleum. The ping sound is dampened though the feel is preserved.", does anyone know how much that actually affects the springs? The extreme pingyness is one of the best things about model fs imo; would be a shame if that was altered too much.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Keyboard-M ... 0011.m1850
Yuck. I can't imagine adding a layer of enamel would do the springs any favors. Should've just bought new ones from Unicomp and did a floss mod if the sound is that bothersome.
Posted: 06 Jun 2018, 21:24
by Gnohio
digital_matthew wrote: Gnohio wrote: Model F with the works. Says "Springs were derusted and then coated with Rust-oleum. The ping sound is dampened though the feel is preserved.", does anyone know how much that actually affects the springs? The extreme pingyness is one of the best things about model fs imo; would be a shame if that was altered too much.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Keyboard-M ... 0011.m1850
Yuck. I can't imagine adding a layer of enamel would do the springs any favors. Should've just bought new ones from Unicomp and did a floss mod if the sound is that bothersome.
The road to hell is paved with good intentions.
Posted: 07 Jun 2018, 01:26
by orihalcon
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Posted: 07 Jun 2018, 01:45
by JP!
orihalcon wrote: Ebay has probably the best coupon code I've ever seen that you can use on any one item >$50 for the next few hours for 20% off. You might be able to apply it to multiple items if used at checkout where there are multiple items in your "cart."
Full details here:
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Coupon Code is PICKDADSGIFT to use at checkout. Not sure if it is good outside the USA
That is a good one. Max is $100 off. USA only though.
Posted: 07 Jun 2018, 02:33
by cumwagondeluxe
JP! wrote: orihalcon wrote: Ebay has probably the best coupon code I've ever seen that you can use on any one item >$50 for the next few hours for 20% off. You might be able to apply it to multiple items if used at checkout where there are multiple items in your "cart."
Full details here:
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Coupon Code is PICKDADSGIFT to use at checkout. Not sure if it is good outside the USA
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