Author Topic: [IC] What would you be willing to pay for blank or side print black POM keycaps? (Read 14781 times)

dante · « **on:** Wed, 17 April 2013, 21:13:19 »

Someone on the forums might be able to source these but they might need a bit of a financial incentive. I'd like to think there would be enough demand for 50 sets of 104 blank or side print black POM keycaps. I may even contact MechanicalKeyboards.com and see if they would be interested in helping bulk up the ordering numbers.

Please answer these question(s):

1. How much would you be willing to pay tops?

2. How many sets would you order? How would price reflect this?

3. Do you prefer blank or side print?

If you have no intention of paying please do not reply.

IvanIvanovich · « **Reply #1 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 10:53:28 »

I would like one blank set, pay up to $55.

animated · « **Reply #2 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:06:18 »

im up for the pom side print

ill pay what ever the GB price is, since you cant even find side printed poms....right? Someone please let me know if you can get them somewhere already!!

The_Beast · « **Reply #3 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:08:19 »

Cheaper = better since I've never tried POM caps before

Tarzan · « **Reply #4 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:11:32 »

What's an example of a keyboard with stock POM keycaps? I'm just wondering if I've ever seen/typed on these.

animated · « **Reply #5 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:15:57 »

Quote from: Greystoke on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:11:32

What's an example of a keyboard with stock POM keycaps? I'm just wondering if I've ever seen/typed on these.

My Das keyboard has blank POM keys. They feel really smooth and soft. I wouldn't describe it as slippery. I noticed that it is a love hate thing on the forums.

jdcarpe · « **Reply #6 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:19:01 »

Well, since I'm the one that keeps asking him about it...

I'm in for a set (obviously).

Blank or side-printed, doesn't matter.

I would also pay like $55...

esoomenona · « **Reply #7 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:21:45 »

I would be in for side printed, with red (a nice red, like the Rag set) Cherry legends, in Cherry profile.

edit: and some FJ scoops!!

edit2: and 7x/1.5x!!!!!!

dante · « **Reply #8 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:27:50 »

Quote from: esoomenona on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:21:45

I would be in for side printed, with red (a nice red, like the Rag set) Cherry legends, in Cherry profile.

edit: and some FJ scoops!!

edit2: and 7x/1.5x!!!!!!

Sorry - all three requests are not possible. This would be a standard 104 set like most sets you see for sale.

esoomenona · « **Reply #9 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:29:52 »

Boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.

I why won't they let me vote with my wallet?

dante · « **Reply #10 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:31:24 »

Quote from: esoomenona on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:29:52

Boooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo.

I why won't they let me vote with my wallet?

From what I understand most manufacturers make POM for their own keyboard; it's difficult enough as it is to get them to sell them separately.

dante · « **Reply #11 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:32:54 »

Quote from: animated on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:15:57

Quote from: Greystoke on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:11:32
What's an example of a keyboard with stock POM keycaps? I'm just wondering if I've ever seen/typed on these.

My Das keyboard has blank POM keys. They feel really smooth and soft. I wouldn't describe it as slippery. I noticed that it is a love hate thing on the forums.

It's important to differentiate that the DAS 2 had POM keycaps, the DAS 3 are all ABS.

csloan1218 · « **Reply #12 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:35:22 »

Would these be black on white or white on black?

dante · « **Reply #13 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:37:15 »

Quote from: csloan1218 on Thu, 18 April 2013, 11:35:22

Would these be black on white or white on black?

White on Black.

Jocelyn · « **Reply #14 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 12:07:19 »

One set for up to $55, blanks only

maxmalkav · « **Reply #15 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 12:11:02 »

One blank set for about $55 and ISO

BunnyLake · « **Reply #16 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 13:31:44 »

id take a set of either at 55 as that seems to be the rule right now

Dgsbllx · « **Reply #17 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 13:32:51 »

Blanks, $54.99

bazemk1979 · « **Reply #18 on:** Thu, 18 April 2013, 16:36:59 »

can we see sample pics of the pom keycaps with legends?

dante · « **Reply #19 on:** Fri, 19 April 2013, 12:34:25 »

Quote from: bazemk1979 on Thu, 18 April 2013, 16:36:59

can we see sample pics of the pom keycaps with legends?

See pictures of the Noppoo Choc Pro RF for an idea of what the side printed would look like.

danielucf · « **Reply #20 on:** Fri, 19 April 2013, 16:46:28 »

$65 if it supported regular keyboards, 7x spacebar with 1.5x mods, and iso. Maybe $70 since it might support so many layouts. $75 tops if it supported everything.

bazemk1979 · « **Reply #21 on:** Fri, 19 April 2013, 16:49:20 »

Quote from: dante on Fri, 19 April 2013, 12:34:25

Quote from: bazemk1979 on Thu, 18 April 2013, 16:36:59
can we see sample pics of the pom keycaps with legends?

See pictures of the Noppoo Choc Pro RF for an idea of what the side printed would look like.

difference between the pom vs abs and pbt?

I know whats the difference between abs and pbt, but whats so special about pom keycaps?

dante · « **Reply #22 on:** Fri, 19 April 2013, 20:06:32 »

Quote from: bazemk1979 on Fri, 19 April 2013, 16:49:20

I know whats the difference between abs and pbt, but whats so special about pom keycaps?

POM have a special feel to them. They feel a bit wet/slick like they are made out of oil but still have a nice soft texture.

Very unique feeling, not for everyone.

bazemk1979 · « **Reply #23 on:** Fri, 19 April 2013, 23:47:34 »

how fast do they shine vs PBT and ABS?

dante · « **Reply #24 on:** Sat, 20 April 2013, 08:20:54 »

Quote from: bazemk1979 on Fri, 19 April 2013, 23:47:34

how fast do they shine vs PBT and ABS?

Slower than ABS, quicker than PBT. Really a middle of the road material.

poog · « **Reply #25 on:** Sun, 21 April 2013, 03:24:30 »

i'd be interested in either set

bazemk1979 · « **Reply #26 on:** Sun, 21 April 2013, 09:10:31 »

Quote from: dante on Sat, 20 April 2013, 08:20:54

Quote from: bazemk1979 on Fri, 19 April 2013, 23:47:34
how fast do they shine vs PBT and ABS?

Slower than ABS, quicker than PBT. Really a middle of the road material.

thanks

F u r u y á · « **Reply #27 on:** Mon, 06 May 2013, 16:28:27 »

I'm all for a POM Blank full set (87 or 104)!

Also I don't know about POM wearing faster than PBT! Technical information is provided by limmy here (POM = 3*PBT = 60*ABS, in terms of wear rate).

dante · « **Reply #28 on:** Mon, 06 May 2013, 22:17:36 »

FIGHT TEH POWER. SCREAM IT FROM THE TOPS OF THE ROOF TOPS:

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=34891.msg882384#msg882384

Binge · « **Reply #29 on:** Mon, 06 May 2013, 22:50:18 »

would love me some POM options. Whatever colors can be had I'd be interested in seeing.

GeoTang · « **Reply #30 on:** Tue, 07 May 2013, 00:39:05 »

No cherry profile :C
I would buy 1 blank set for 50 bucks

noisyturtle · « **Reply #31 on:** Tue, 07 May 2013, 01:47:42 »

Side print POM would be a real curio. I would defiantly be down for a set at around $45-60. What colors though? Black with green legends? Yup.

F u r u y á · « **Reply #32 on:** Tue, 07 May 2013, 05:29:24 »

Quote from: Binge on Mon, 06 May 2013, 22:50:18

would love me some POM options. Whatever colors can be had I'd be interested in seeing.

Yeah, as long as it's blank I'm in! White or Black are the most popular choices.

Surnia · « **Reply #33 on:** Tue, 07 May 2013, 20:09:57 »

Hadn't realized that this thread existed, but I was asking if Qtan could access full 104 set POM sideprint sets from keycool. I'm asking for black with side prints right now, but I'm not sure what else Keycool offers (their product page indicates that its possible to get other colours for side prints, but I think those are PBT). They're not that thick though, but I think they sound and feel great, even compared to the thick PBT on the Noppoo.

SeriouSSpotS · « **Reply #34 on:** Tue, 21 May 2013, 06:25:05 »

Possibly around $40-$50 if ISO layout is available.

Surnia · « **Reply #35 on:** Thu, 23 May 2013, 19:19:51 »

Qtan said that Keycool's not making keys for a few months... too busy =T

kmiller8 · « **Reply #36 on:** Thu, 23 May 2013, 19:24:14 »

$50/ set would be pretty good depending on what they actually feel like.

If you could get some Das replica blanks (thick cherry profile). I would literally give you all of my money for two sets.

jdcarpe · « **Reply #37 on:** Thu, 23 May 2013, 20:01:25 »

^^

He only has $20

oluf · « **Reply #38 on:** Fri, 24 May 2013, 17:42:29 »

Side printed, $60

sherryton · « **Reply #39 on:** Fri, 24 May 2013, 18:38:08 »

any chance these are Cherry POMs?

dante · « **Reply #40 on:** Fri, 24 May 2013, 20:59:34 »

Quote from: sherryton on Fri, 24 May 2013, 18:38:08

any chance these are Cherry POMs?

No. I tried to convince one individual in China to import some but that didn't work out. I'm hoping someone out there who is listening and has connections can try to get a factory to help a brother out. I have no issues running a group buy for these, taking money, packing product; I'm unable to communicate with companies in China.

sherryton · « **Reply #41 on:** Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:13:43 »

Let me see what I can do with some Cherry POMs. I'll use the most minimum cost for a group buy. I just want to try these out.

kmiller8 · « **Reply #42 on:** Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:20:28 »

Quote from: sherryton on Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:13:43

Let me see what I can do with some Cherry POMs. I'll use the most minimum cost for a group buy. I just want to try these out.

How I feel right now.

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Surnia · « **Reply #43 on:** Sat, 25 May 2013, 01:59:06 »

sideprintsideprintsideprint.....

how's the cherry texture vs Keycool?

F u r u y á · « **Reply #44 on:** Sat, 25 May 2013, 02:44:06 »

Quote from: sherryton on Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:13:43

Let me see what I can do with some Cherry POMs. I'll use the most minimum cost for a group buy. I just want to try these out.

Those will be side printed or blank?

Dreamre · « **Reply #45 on:** Sat, 25 May 2013, 21:21:52 »

Font printed for $50!

dante · « **Reply #46 on:** Sun, 26 May 2013, 09:29:24 »

Quote from: sherryton on Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:13:43

Let me see what I can do with some Cherry POMs. I'll use the most minimum cost for a group buy. I just want to try these out.

Hopefully these can be blank? Maybe I've turned into a bit of a snob but lasered keycaps SUCK. DS/Dyesub/Blank-Otaku/Ninja Front print or NOTHING.

Surnia · « **Reply #47 on:** Sun, 26 May 2013, 17:45:27 »

Quote from: dante on Sun, 26 May 2013, 09:29:24

Quote from: sherryton on Fri, 24 May 2013, 21:13:43
Let me see what I can do with some Cherry POMs. I'll use the most minimum cost for a group buy. I just want to try these out.

Hopefully these can be blank? Maybe I've turned into a bit of a snob but lasered keycaps SUCK. DS/Dyesub/Blank-Otaku/Ninja Front print or NOTHING.

Depends, Noppoo's lasering is quite nice, and tbh the lasering on the Dell boards we have at work are impressive... the keys are shining like mad, but the lasering is STILL holding up very well.

F u r u y á · « **Reply #48 on:** Mon, 27 May 2013, 09:53:55 »

I prefer blank too.

BLANK POM PLEASE

Bratman · « **Reply #49 on:** Wed, 05 June 2013, 16:39:48 »

What is POM? I have blank filco keycaps and might be interested in this group buy.

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Author Topic: [IC] What would you be willing to pay for blank or side print black POM keycaps? (Read 14781 times)