bump. Progress update.
The taobao ones are very likely made out of polycarbonate. That material isn't optimal for smoothness and produces high pitched clacking sounds. Just looking at the surface, you can tell it's made from a very rough mould. No competition.
I just returned from a trip to Gateron and the transparent stabs are underway. ETA: 50 days until mould completion.
What will it look like?
-Screw in style PCB Mount
-Vintage "U" shape "factory-clipped" feet (since it's U shape, no more confusing which way the stab wire enters)
-Fully transparent nylon housing
-24k gold plated stabilizer wires in 2x, 6.25x, 7x.
-Gold plated screws
I need a new name for these stabilizers.
Project #2 will be released when stabilizers are out too.