Author Topic: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED] (Read 26418 times)

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #30 on:** Sat, 11 June 2011, 12:40:57 »

Maybe awry can get the Japanese sets:

Quote from: awry;358158

I've a couple of the ilovex model. Will put up a review soon. Only got a chance to use it recently. haven't had the time and i've been testing other boards. it's really quite an awesome keyboard. And looks a LOT better in person (in keyboard, whichever). The caps themselves are sub-dyed (Rigs, do not even bother to argue about this with me. So damn sick of your mannerisms, it's not even funny.) but they feel very very different. I do not know how to explain it. It's like they have a rubber coating on it. They feel really good. i'm not sure if this is how RF caps are gonna be from now on til i get my cap sets from Japan. But if this is how the new sets of caps are gonna feel. They are worth every penny. The board itself is variable. No DIP switches and the lights are blue. It is also screw-less from what I can tell. Anyway, here's a pic. More details later on. Cheers.

Ter

http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?15944-What-keyboard-would-you-pick-up-if-you-traveled-to-Japan&p=358158&viewfull=1#post358158

binarypie · « **Reply #31 on:** Sat, 11 June 2011, 17:20:01 »

Having just ordered my HHKB PRO 2 I'd like a set of blanks.

A rainbow of colors would be awesome.

Although if I can't get some magic grab-bag of key colors I have preferences as follows

green
orange
blue
red
yellow

Chobopants · « **Reply #32 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:49:30 »

If I can get some sexy black on whites (yeah I should have ordered a white RF...f me) for a RF103 I'm totally in.

Though I'd be down for a rainbow too maybe, gotta say I dig the look when it's done right.

siz2rp · « **Reply #33 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:55:55 »

I would be in to buy keys of just about any color though I'd prefer red or a rainbow assortment (though not interested in JIS formatted keys, for obvious reasons).

HaveANiceDay · « **Reply #34 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:58:19 »

You guys should talk to her, it's your best chance!

rodya · « **Reply #35 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 14:13:31 »

Quote from: HaveANiceDay;359991

You guys should talk to her, it's your best chance!

lol, not you or even Ripster is enough to deter them. Good on them for being hopeful and optimistic.

gimpster · « **Reply #36 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 16:50:13 »

So, if Topre is the only company that can do this, has anybody asked them how much it would cost to do a run of, say, up to 1000 key caps? I would be down for a set or two if this can be organized.

cactux · « **Reply #37 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:05:01 »

That is the whole point of this post. We need to knowhow many people are willing to place an order, before talking to Topre or anyone else. Maybe I will create a poll. What do you think guys?

noodles256 · « **Reply #38 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:47 »

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #39 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:54 »

I thought it was all about ordering the current existing Japanese Sets that were actually released.

rodya · « **Reply #40 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:59 »

If you quote it, they will come.

gimpster · « **Reply #41 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:37:26 »

2 things:

A) One of the other posts gave the impression that somebody had already asked Topre what the price would be
B) You don't need confirmed orders before you ask them some key questions like:

What is the minimum number of key caps to place an order?
Can the minimum order be met with different colors or does that all need to be a single color?
What quantity requirements for various price breaks? (i.e. at 100 key caps the price is X, but at 1000 key caps the price is Y)
Do different color combinations still qualify for the price breaks?
What colors are available for the keys and letters?
Do they have samples available?
Approximately how long does it take to fill an order of an approximate quantity?
Are there any unique/special/cool options that they offer with their key caps (multi-colored, clear, etc...)

You see where I'm going with this?

Open the lines of communication now and find someone to work with at the company...that will probably take some time. You may even just ask them if they manufacture their own keys or if they contract it out. If they contract it out, you can always ask if they would be able to provide you with the contact information of that company.

And while all of that's happening, you can work on putting together the buyers, then use the details of the answers you get to build interest for the group buy.

guilleguillaume · « **Reply #42 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:48:25 »

I think I didn't understand the purpose of this possible Group Buy. I thought that the idea was to import the existing key sets as Ripster is telling.

Easier, Cheaper, 5 color choices, ISO compatible except the final Row, ANSI compatible except the Final row and Enter, Hiragama lettering( Is called like this?)...

BTW what gimpster says is interesting since Click Clack is not doing more Topre keycaps right now.

noodles256 · « **Reply #43 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:49:53 »

Yea, lets just mass order the keycaps available!

gimpster · « **Reply #44 on:** Mon, 13 June 2011, 19:02:56 »

No offense to anyone, but I don't want Japanese characters on my ANSI keyboard.

I speak/type English only (with the occasional "French" expletive thrown in). I think some of the colors for those sets look nice (the orange is pretty sweet) but I probably wouldn't partake in the group buy if it's for the JIL key caps. How do they manage with such a small space bar?

002 · « **Reply #45 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 07:54:40 »

Quote from: ripster;360299

The spacebar in JIS is used for Kanji selection.

Which is not to say that they don't use the spacebar a lot, of course

I am interested in this group buy - I might be able to assist with questions we have of Topre too, so let me know what needs to be asked.

7bit · « **Reply #46 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 09:31:31 »

Quote from: gimpster;360297

No offense to anyone, but I don't want Japanese characters on my ANSI keyboard. I speak/type English only (with the occasional "French" expletive thrown in). I think some of the colors for those sets look nice (the orange is pretty sweet) but I probably wouldn't partake in the group buy if it's for the JIL key caps. How do they manage with such a small space bar?

Then stop buying outlandish crap from Japan (or where they produce the Topre)!

Buy American -- buy Unicomp!

- US/ANSI layout
- custom key caps available
- sufficient quality (built/charm like a tank)
- 2 key rollover
- 7 units space bar
- Made in Kentucky, USA

ps:SCNR

gimpster · « **Reply #47 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 09:44:16 »

There's nothing more American than demanding that another country cater to my unreasonable demands. Just like the King says: "Have it your way."

binarypie · « **Reply #48 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 10:19:55 »

I have a feeling I'll just be doing dying multiple sets of keys.

It is too bad the set of blanks + dye + time is going to cost about 100 dollars which makes reselling kind of difficult.

Mazora · « **Reply #49 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 10:37:08 »

I want those just tell me where to throw my money

HaveANiceDay · « **Reply #50 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:30:29 »

I was never against people throwing money at me. Just for the record.

binarypie · « **Reply #51 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:45:13 »

Quote from: Mazora;360577

I want those just tell me where to throw my money

Next time I'm back in Vermont I'll drive up and you can throw money at me.

Mazora · « **Reply #52 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:58:38 »

I'll be waiting for you guys:

binarypie · « **Reply #53 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 12:02:19 »

Quote from: Mazora;360615

I'll be waiting for you guys:
Show Image

If I'm getting metal money thrown at me there better be $1 and $2 dollar coins.

siz2rp · « **Reply #54 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 12:41:46 »

I contacted Topre via Alibaba - doubt I'll get any traction but lets see what they come back with.

gimpster · « **Reply #55 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 18:24:36 »

Quote from: ripster;360647

That's a lot of nickels. You should post that pic at Deskthority.net.

Must have just come from a shift at the strip club...

ironman31 · « **Reply #56 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 19:52:29 »

Depending on the prices, I'm interested.

gimpster · « **Reply #57 on:** Tue, 14 June 2011, 22:07:09 »

Quote from: ripster;360817

You must go to cheap clubs.

It's hard to give the stripper a nickel by biting with your teeth. They really like the Benjamins. Not the Thomas Jeffersons.

Of course I do, I have to save all my money for more keyboard pr0n.

cactux · « **Reply #58 on:** Thu, 16 June 2011, 06:36:23 »

Quote from: rodya;355301

I don't suppose I'll see the mythical Red Control key in my lifetime.

Well I guess your dream came true red ctrl keycap

litster · « **Reply #59 on:** Thu, 16 June 2011, 09:11:52 »

Looks like it is a special 100 unit run and it is on pre-order now. Group buy?

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