Author Topic: Acrylic Tenkeyless Keyboard Casing for Phantom, Filco & QFR etc. (Read 97096 times)

thrashwolf · « **Reply #200 on:** Fri, 09 August 2013, 07:05:32 »

Hey mate, glad to hear you're back safe and sound - left you an email!:)

oTurtlez · « **Reply #201 on:** Fri, 09 August 2013, 08:43:46 »

What's the overall deadline for orders?

Slavfot · « **Reply #202 on:** Fri, 09 August 2013, 09:43:37 »

I also sent an order a while ago but have not recieved any invoice. Did i order too late?
What i want is all clear top body bottom.

kekkon · « **Reply #203 on:** Fri, 09 August 2013, 21:00:47 »

Fill out the form bout 1 week ago, but didn't get an invoice also, lol

zoolzoo · « **Reply #204 on:** Mon, 12 August 2013, 15:24:21 »

is this still alive?

gizzard · « **Reply #205 on:** Mon, 12 August 2013, 18:06:50 »

Paid. I hope it happens.....

telepete · « **Reply #206 on:** Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:26:16 »

I paid a few weeks ago. I hope its alive lol.

Rendom · « **Reply #207 on:** Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:37:55 »

He told me some cases has already been completed. Hopefully you guys get your cases soon!

LechnerDE · « **Reply #208 on:** Tue, 13 August 2013, 14:09:22 »

Quote from: takaki on Mon, 01 July 2013, 04:00:31

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Hey Takaki,

I have finally decided on all the colors I want - I will buy one top layer of each color group ;)

Just one last question before I place my order:

What color is the case in the above picture of you? Is this "Glossy Clear - 000"?

zoolzoo · « **Reply #209 on:** Wed, 14 August 2013, 05:38:41 »

Quote from: Rendom on Tue, 13 August 2013, 12:37:55

He told me some cases has already been completed. Hopefully you guys get your cases soon!

Have any been shipped? Where the pics at!

terran5992 · « **Reply #210 on:** Sun, 18 August 2013, 01:28:32 »

Would it work with a ducky shine tkl?

LechnerDE · « **Reply #211 on:** Sun, 18 August 2013, 03:17:06 »

Quote from: terran5992 on Sun, 18 August 2013, 01:28:32

Would it work with a ducky shine tkl?

I asked the same thing right at the start of the GB.

Takaki only has a QFR and a Filco at hand to test, so he can't guarantee it. As you can see the Phantom plate doesn't fit due to 1mm differences, so I wouldn't risk it...

zoolzoo · « **Reply #212 on:** Sun, 18 August 2013, 15:51:15 »

Takaki can you update us please?

jabar · « **Reply #213 on:** Sun, 18 August 2013, 15:56:15 »

finally placed my order

terran5992 · « **Reply #214 on:** Sun, 18 August 2013, 20:15:54 »

Hey tataki is it to fit a ps2avr pcb on it?

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #215 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 06:53:35 »

You win, damnit. I placed my order. I didn't think I'd put up for one of these, but here we are.
I really liked my color choice, though, that's what sold me on it.

Do we have an estimate on when these will ship? I think I'm going to need to pick up one of Feng's cases in the mean time, so I have something to type in.

Thanks for putting this together, hopefully this color is as gorgeous in person as it is in the photo.

whiskytango · « **Reply #216 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 09:13:19 »

any updates on the status of these cases takaki?

zoolzoo · « **Reply #217 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:23:04 »

I have a funny feeling about this gb. And it ain't good.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #218 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:45:10 »

Quote from: zoolzoo on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:23:04

I have a funny feeling about this gb. And it ain't good.

Is it just me or is this becoming a thing at geekhack? I mean I know 'real life' and 'vacations' happen but people seem to start things with the best of intentions only to have them drag on and on or not happen at all.

Sometimes I think it would be good if people would either wait to do things or get help, and not picking on this group buy in particular in any way, just an idea.

Hopefully takaki can get back in the drivers seat and make this a successful endeavor!!

Photoelectric · « **Reply #219 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:50:59 »

I believe if one runs a group buy, he/she needs to post an update at least once a week--even if there's nothing to say. Most people have data plans for their phones and can at least post a few words even while on vacations =/ Just supporting Ray's sentiment.

AKIMbO · « **Reply #220 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:08:16 »

Quote from: Photoelectric on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:50:59

I believe if one runs a group buy, he/she needs to post an update at least once a week--even if there's nothing to say. Most people have data plans for their phones and can at least post a few words even while on vacations =/ Just supporting Ray's sentiment.

Yeah def...there should be a rule like that in place. Someone needs to post it in the official suggestion thread.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #221 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:11:08 »

Quote from: AKIMbO on Mon, 19 August 2013, 12:08:16

Quote from: Photoelectric on Mon, 19 August 2013, 11:50:59
I believe if one runs a group buy, he/she needs to post an update at least once a week--even if there's nothing to say. Most people have data plans for their phones and can at least post a few words even while on vacations =/ Just supporting Ray's sentiment.

Yeah def...there should be a rule like that in place. Someone needs to post it in the official suggestion thread.

I'm not articulate enough to come up with something that would make sense to post there. And so it would probably just get a snooty response. Maybe someone will that is better with words.

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #222 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 15:07:06 »

I haven't been around long enough to see it as a problem, considering this is my first group buy and I've only been in it for about 8 hours now, but it would go a long way to help keep those who have invested into a group buy at ease, knowing that someone still cares enough to let us know that they're still thinking about us. Small updates are just as important, and just a "Just checking in to say I've got nothing to say, and we're still waiting on production" is enough to put most people at ease.

zoolzoo · « **Reply #223 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 15:13:56 »

I don't think we should need a rule. If you are accepting hundreds of dollars from people for a product or service, you should be dropping a line from time to time to keep everyone updated. This is especially true if individuals are PMing you and asking valid questions in the thread. Its good business and common sense right? I'm not saying OP has done anything dreadfully wrong, but his lack of communication has left me feeling a bit uneasy.

nebo · « **Reply #224 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 16:24:56 »

This and TPs phantom are both kind of 'eh' ATM. Haven't sent out my money for this though, just waiting for more confirmation.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #225 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 16:27:57 »

Quote from: nebo on Mon, 19 August 2013, 16:24:56

This and TPs phantom are both kind of 'eh' ATM. Haven't sent out my money for this though, just waiting for more confirmation.

I'd like to get in on this buy but right now I'm hesitant. I need a phantom case!

pasph · « **Reply #226 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 16:56:16 »

This time i'll wait, don't want to be scammed again

jabar · « **Reply #227 on:** Mon, 19 August 2013, 18:35:13 »

Quote from: nebo on Mon, 19 August 2013, 16:24:56

This and TPs phantom are both kind of 'eh' ATM.

understatement of the year right there (re: TP)

I'm just patiently waiting for an update from takaki on current production or whatnot. He'll show soon enough.

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #228 on:** Tue, 20 August 2013, 06:39:56 »

Okay, question.

The only difference between the Phantom and QFR/Filco as far as these cases are concerned, is the 1mm difference. So can I assume you plan on having 1 of the sheets for the body set at 4mm, instead of 3mm?

If that's the case, can I order both the 3mm and 4mm version of that piece of acrylic for the body? So I'd have one case, but with the interchangable body piece, for when I upgrade from my QFR to a phantom PCB

Am I understanding this right, and is this a thing I could add to my order?

LechnerDE · « **Reply #229 on:** Tue, 20 August 2013, 15:39:56 »

Quote from: CalmB4tehPwn on Tue, 20 August 2013, 06:39:56

Okay, question.

The only difference between the Phantom and QFR/Filco as far as these cases are concerned, is the 1mm difference. So can I assume you plan on having 1 of the sheets for the body set at 4mm, instead of 3mm?

If that's the case, can I order both the 3mm and 4mm version of that piece of acrylic for the body? So I'd have one case, but with the interchangable body piece, for when I upgrade from my QFR to a phantom PCB

Am I understanding this right, and is this a thing I could add to my order?

You can order what you want. The order form allows for all kinds of variations

gizzard · « **Reply #230 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 13:55:22 »

Any update on this gb? I paid and now am getting a bit worried

whiskytango · « **Reply #231 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 15:41:14 »

Quote from: gizzard on Sat, 24 August 2013, 13:55:22

Any update on this gb? I paid and now am getting a bit worried

In the same boat. Time is running out to dispute the payment with paypal too. If the GB is going to go through, even if it takes a while, I'd still rather wait since I both want and need the case. I don't want to cancel, but I need to hear something from takaki. I have also emailed him with no response.

Xenderwind · « **Reply #232 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 15:43:55 »

Hope you guys figure it out...what bothers me more is that he was online today and there's no update.

Rayne · « **Reply #233 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 16:46:30 »

i emailed him over a week ago asking for an update on my case, still no response

zoolzoo · « **Reply #234 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 16:53:30 »

Im really pissed that I already paid for this. Im even more pissed that I REALLY want this case....

Cmon takaki post an update this is getting silly.

pasph · « **Reply #235 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 17:04:03 »

What i can't understand is why you have to pay now for a color and don't even know if it will hit the MOQ

marq · « **Reply #236 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:02:36 »

i paid as well and am not happy with the current situation at all.

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #237 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:11:54 »

Oh, you guys paid already? Invoices were sent out before I signed up to the GB then?

Photoelectric · « **Reply #238 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:12:35 »

He's been active on the site: last active : August 24. Make your own conclusions.

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #239 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:20:09 »

Also, he stated he came back from vacation on the 8th (or was it the 4th?) of this month.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #240 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:23:53 »

Why does all the phantom stuff seem cursed?

pasph · « **Reply #241 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 18:45:21 »

CalmB4tehPwn · « **Reply #242 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:27:01 »

Odd that he's been active, but his last post was on the 4th, on page 7 of this thread, stating that he's back from vacation.

I wish this didn't look as suspicious as it does.

Photoelectric · « **Reply #243 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:36:02 »

Well I posted about it to let you know that if you have your doubts and want your money saved, the OP being active yet unresponsive is a good indicator to make a poll among those who've ordered, and if many agree--contact Paypal before it's too late.

Rendom · « **Reply #244 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:39:11 »

No idea what happened to Takaki, he hasn't been responding to my e-mails too, but he just replied to me a few days ago (give or take 3-4 days ago) with pictures update to my cases(asked for my address as well). So, I don't know what to judge here, something might have happened, I don't know. Give him more time? How many days until paypal dispute is finished? Have anyone tried emailing him?

Photoelectric · « **Reply #245 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:46:27 »

This is something I feel strongly about: responding in PMs =\= giving updates in group buy threads. If he responded to your PMs, he could have come here to type a brief note too. (And this is different from the Dolch preorder, because that vendor is clearly still shipping everything on time).

In my opinion if a GB organizer effectively goes MIA for a month while still clearly checking the forum, it's fair to poll and cancel the GB. I'm not in this one, but Ive been following some other failed GBs, and "let's give them more time" is not really a solution.

Rendom · « **Reply #246 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:51:59 »

Quote from: Photoelectric on Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:46:27

This is something I feel strongly about: responding in PMs =\= giving updates in group buy threads. If he responded to your PMs, he could have come here to type a brief note too. (And this is different from the Dolch preorder, because that vendor is clearly still shipping everything on time).

In my opinion if a GB organizer effectively goes MIA for a month while still clearly checking the forum, it's fair to poll and cancel the GB. I'm not in this one, but Ive been following some other failed GBs, and "let's give them more time" is not really a solution.

Email =/= PMs

Photoelectric · « **Reply #247 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:53:09 »

Ok, details

private communication was the keyword.

Rendom · « **Reply #248 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:56:15 »

Quote from: Photoelectric on Sat, 24 August 2013, 20:53:09

Ok, details private communication was the keyword.

You guys could poll and cancel the GB, what I did was giving out his responses to me. I was one of the earliest to order a prototype(giving him ideas), and the case cracked in shipping and he made a brand new one with modified stand offs of my recommendation. So I'm happy with how it's going through, in my opinion, he delivers, and he was very responsive at first, but I don't know what happen now. Up to you guys to call the shot.

Latin00032 · « **Reply #249 on:** Sat, 24 August 2013, 21:34:39 »

It's funny. All he needs to do is respond to this forum and say "I'm alive."

I think I should dispute now on Paypal.

Can't he just give a status update?

I feel duped.

If he even looked at this forum and was a somewhat respectable vendor, he would at least say something on this forum.

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Author Topic: Acrylic Tenkeyless Keyboard Casing for Phantom, Filco & QFR etc. (Read 97096 times)