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Buckling Spring Thrift Store Find (IBM Actionwriter)

Posted: 07 Oct 2017, 23:53
by SpacemanToby
Just found this at a thrift store. Anyone know if someone out there has converted one of these into a regular keyboard? I really like the way the keys feel to type on.

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Posted: 08 Oct 2017, 00:19
by fohat
It is a great deal of trouble, and there is still no case. The keys are super-nice 1-piece and the "Code" key is particularly desirable to some people because it can be used in split spacebar configurations.

Also, look to see if there is a spring on the outside of the barrel of the space bar. That spring is one of the few things that can change the weight of a buckling spring switch, and they are pretty rare and great for space bars.

Posted: 08 Oct 2017, 00:29
by SpacemanToby
I don't see a spring on the outside of the barrel. That's too bad if it's a big hassle, but I'm not opposed to a challenge. I'd try to make a case out of wood if I did it. I guess if it doesn't work out I can just sell the caps.

Posted: 08 Oct 2017, 01:35
by fohat

Posted: 08 Oct 2017, 05:04
by SpacemanToby
This is perfect fohat, thanks! Wow that does look like a pain.