the Norbaforce: after-market housing for RealForce TKL keyboards — SHIPPED

[EugeneYap83]

If there is interest for a PVD finish then it's doable

I'm looking forward to it.
Are you planning to just sell the switch plate alone as an option?
Please excuses my shameless question.

[xondat]

If there is interest for a PVD finish then it's doable

I'm looking forward to it.
Are you planning to just sell the switch plate alone as an option?
Please excuses my shameless question.

Yes, I think it's important to make the parts fully compatible with each other (Norbaforce, stock, etc). Otherwise it just splits the community up and I see no benefit to that

Anywa, I don't want to gunk up this thread so any more questions should go here https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=93088.150

[norbauer]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

[Burt Macklin]

Wonderful news!
Thanks for the update 

Any idea when EU people can expect them?

[richard912]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

Thanks for the update!

[hayt]

Ayyyy! So fkn excited.

[norbauer]

Wonderful news!
Thanks for the update 

Any idea when EU people can expect them?

EU folks who used the proxy will have to wait until all the powder coated cases are complete so the single batch shipment of both anodized and power cases can go the Belgium. I've upgraded to a much more production style powder vendor and their promised turnaround is relatively fast compared to the past shops I've used (one month), especially for such a large order. However, I never believe factories anymore when they promise turnaround times. =\ I should have a more specific estimate in a couple of weeks.

[Lansky]

Thanks for the update, Ryan.

Super excited!

[atlas3686]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

Amazing news, does this go for international non-proxy anodized customers too?

[chakku]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

Will we get the opportunity to change our delivery address before you send it out as I think you mentioned near the beginning of the preordering stage?

[Puddsy]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

nice

[Retrospects]

If anyone is interested in selling their spot or if any extras become available I’d certainly be interested! Thanks!

[donhonk]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

Will we get the opportunity to change our delivery address before you send it out as I think you mentioned near the beginning of the preordering stage?

Also have this question, as I've moved in the time after ordering!

[mrkevint]

I have the Aerospace Aluminum standard case on order. Would anyone with a different color be willing to trade?

I'd prefer a black finish (due to my key caps) but I'm open to whatever is out there. Please PM me if you are interested!

[Luna]

Anyone wants to get rid of his Norbaforce with Winkey (so no blockers)?

[alisonica]

I should have a more specific estimate in a couple of weeks.

Anyone wants to get rid of his Norbaforce with Winkey (so no blockers)?

So Ryan CNC'd this Pantone Winkey Norbaforce for me, but it was supposed to be Winkeyless in my original order, he was very responsible and replaced my order with another Winkeyless, and I assured him that people would be looking for extras. et voilΰ 

I'm not sure if he still has it though.

[4everJayWalking]

If anyone is rethinking their purchase shoot me a pm. Looking to pick one up! Not super picky on color.

[letze]

The Norbaforces have arrived! Of course, they cleared customs and arrived, without warning, at a somewhat inopportune moment, as I’m at the Seattle keyboard meetup this weekend and then a conference next week, but participants who got anodized units can expect tracking numbers just over a week from now (week of 6 August). This is because I hand-inspect, assemble, sign, and number each one myself before shipping them out individually.

Oh, and the powder coat units should have that process begin on Monday before I head to Vegas. 

Will we get the opportunity to change our delivery address before you send it out as I think you mentioned near the beginning of the preordering stage?

Just shoot him an email mention you want to change address. Be quick as I believe next week he will start shipping for anodized case 

[Luna]

Anyone wants to get rid of his Norbaforce with Winkey (so no blockers)?

So Ryan CNC'd this Pantone Winkey Norbaforce for me, but it was supposed to be Winkeyless in my original order, he was very responsible and replaced my order with another Winkeyless, and I assured him that people would be looking for extras. et voilΰ 

I'm not sure if he still has it though.

Thanks for letting me know, I’ll PM him.
What color would it be?

[salvanipour]

Curious about the opportunity for weighted brass/PVD plates. Definitely don’t want to miss out on being able to make this case even more robust.

[alisonica]

Anyone wants to get rid of his Norbaforce with Winkey (so no blockers)?

So Ryan CNC'd this Pantone Winkey Norbaforce for me, but it was supposed to be Winkeyless in my original order, he was very responsible and replaced my order with another Winkeyless, and I assured him that people would be looking for extras. et voilΰ 

I'm not sure if he still has it though.

Thanks for letting me know, I’ll PM him.
What color would it be?

It was supposed to be Pantone, but i'm pretty sure it hasn't reached the paint shop yet.

[xondat]

Anyone wants to get rid of his Norbaforce with Winkey (so no blockers)?

So Ryan CNC'd this Pantone Winkey Norbaforce for me, but it was supposed to be Winkeyless in my original order, he was very responsible and replaced my order with another Winkeyless, and I assured him that people would be looking for extras. et voilΰ 

I'm not sure if he still has it though.

Thanks for letting me know, I’ll PM him.
What color would it be?

It was supposed to be Pantone, but i'm pretty sure it hasn't reached the paint shop yet.

Pantone isn't a color, it's the company that manage color standards..?

[Luna]

Pantone isn't a color, it's the company that manage color standards..?

That’s what I thought.

[Lansky]

Curious about the opportunity for weighted brass/PVD plates. Definitely don’t want to miss out on being able to make this case even more robust.

Ay, same here. That combined with xondat's brass/PVD plate and we're reaching end-game level within the Realforce realm.

[Choobies]

Pantone isn't a color, it's the company that manage color standards..?

That’s what I thought.

My guess is he means it was going to be colored in a Pantone of his choice, but he didn't specify which one to us.

[hayt]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

[norbauer]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

[Lansky]

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

You absolute tease, you! 

[vinzlr]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

Sorry if I missed this somewhere. Do you think the powder coated cases will be shipping this month or the next?


Thanks!

[atlas3686]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

Damn that's exciting! Also so jealous of the conference, saw Patrick Stewart was there!

[moitorpsychoo]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

Hey Ryan! Have you check your emails lately? I’m sure you are very busy, I emailed you about changing address 2 days ago but haven’t heard from you yet don’t want to miss the case since I moved to another city


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[norbauer]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

Hey Ryan! Have you check your emails lately? I’m sure you are very busy, I emailed you about changing address 2 days ago but haven’t heard from you yet don’t want to miss the case since I moved to another city

I believe that I've replied to all outstanding emails requesting address updates as of yesterday. If you haven't heard back from me confirming an address update that your requested, please send an email to shop@norbauer.com to ensure it didn't slip through the cracks somehow.

[norbauer]

Anxiously awaiting a tracking notification :eyes:

I’m back from the conference today and will be packing/shipping all day.

Sorry if I missed this somewhere. Do you think the powder coated cases will be shipping this month or the next?


Thanks!

For powder, very likely next month rather than this. The finishing process on those has begun, but there are so many colors in this run (by popular demand)—it'll likely take some time.

[HotRoderX]

Few quick questions. How are these shipping and do we get a email from paypal are directly from your website? I am so excited I keep checking my email every few hours.

[Rumblehotep]

Can't wait for unboxing vids

[norbauer]

Few quick questions. How are these shipping and do we get a email from paypal are directly from your website? I am so excited I keep checking my email every few hours.

You'll get an email from Shopify. Note that I've been issuing the labels today, but the batch pickup won't be until Friday (I'm in San Diego tomorrow).

[regionfree]

Goooooot my shipping notification for the aluminum set! Waiting on the black one now Excited for this!

[awhitedev]

Goooooot my shipping notification for the aluminum set! Waiting on the black one now Excited for this!

I'm jealous! Out of curiosity when did you place your order? I imagine they are going out in the order of when the order was received right?

[Fadamaque]

Still no shipping confirmation here. Ordered 12.31.2017.

[awhitedev]

Goooooot my shipping notification for the aluminum set! Waiting on the black one now Excited for this!

I'm jealous! Out of curiosity when did you place your order? I imagine they are going out in the order of when the order was received right?

I got my notification yesterday! I ordered mine on 11/25. The hype!

[Mr_BeastQuake]

Still no shipping confirmation here. Ordered 12.31.2017.

Did you use a proxy? Norbauer commented above with information on that.

[Fadamaque]

Still no shipping confirmation here. Ordered 12.31.2017.

Did you use a proxy? Norbauer commented above with information on that.

Norway is not a part of the EU, so I did not use the proxy.

[norbauer]

Still no shipping confirmation here. Ordered 12.31.2017.

Did you use a proxy? Norbauer commented above with information on that.

Norway is not a part of the EU, so I did not use the proxy.

I take care to ship in sequence that orders were placed where possible, but sometimes for logistical reasons I have to break things up between US and international orders or between certain SKUs (though even in those cases I got in order sequence). I'm still finishing up shipping the last few international orders in the the aerospace finishes, which I'll probably finish up today.

Please also note that, thanks to new Shopify functionality, you most likely won't actually get the tracking number email until the day that the package is picked up. All of the labels that I printed yesterday (Friday) afternoon and evening after the USPS and UPS pickups occurred, for example, won't actually send shipping notifications until Monday. Fadamque, you may be in that category, as I specifically remember printing a few Norway orders late last night.

BTW, omg, so many keyboard boxes. x_X The UPS guy burst out in laughter yesterday when I opened my garage door.

Here are just the first two piles:

[le_wraith]

I'm in San Francisco and got tactical black... Hoping I might get a nice surprise next week!

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[Fadamaque]

Oh, wow, thanks for the update, Norbauer! A friend of mine had received his shipping info, although he ordered much later than me, so I i kind of panicked a wee bit. Sorry!

[fine_italian_leather]

That's a lot of keyboards. Must have felt good to get them out of the house and on their way.

[norbauer]

Oh, wow, thanks for the update, Norbauer! A friend of mine had received his shipping info, although he ordered much later than me, so I i kind of panicked a wee bit. Sorry!

Hehe. No need to apologize! Sorry for causing confusion.

That's a lot of keyboards. Must have felt good to get them out of the house and on their way.

Seriously. Now just got to get the powder coat ones taken care of. But the break in between the two batches is surely for the best. It has been an exhausting week and I could use a rest before needing to build another huge mountain of those boxes. 

I'm in San Francisco and got tactical black... Hoping I might get a nice surprise next week!

Unless you had it in a combined order with powder-coated cases, you might well get it either today or Monday. I believe all the domestic orders went out via USPS or UPS yesterday afternoon.

I'm currently working on an unboxing/assembly video to show how things to together. Hopefully I'll have time to get it up before folks start getting their boxes.

[Fadamaque]

Are there any special tools needed for the job?

[Kerasan]

I'm currently working on an unboxing/assembly video to show how things to together. Hopefully I'll have time to get it up before folks start getting their boxes.

oh yes, we are all curious 

KMK Labs.

[norbauer]

Are there any special tools needed for the job?

the only thing you'll need that isn't included in the box is a Phillips-head screwdriver for the grounding screw in the RealForce plate.