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Offline chouyu

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Hello Friends of Geekhack, I am Chouyu, I believe you have seen the IC of Fei Switch posted by oldcat. Here is the link for the IC:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=97950.0

FEI switch is a switch Gateron made for me, it is a linear switch with the initial weight of 55g and bottom out weight of 62g. Gold plated springs are installed.
The price of each pcs of switch is 0.4 dollars.

Here are some pictures of the switch (milky top, green tea bottom and stem).






I ordered 20k switches for the GH GB with all the switches paid. I have already received the switches.

Join the GB:
Fill the GB Form 1 (with number of switches remaining), with your ID and country. Qty in the 200, 400, 600, and 1000, weight will be 0.5kg, 1kg, 1.5kg and 2.5kg. Please buy as group if possible so shipping cost is lower for each of you. After that, please fill form 2 with your individual information, and I will send invoice via PayPal.
Form 1 link:https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/15--WsgE0VbOnrdLbNKMCwIqX3h7wrQ0j56QKepvpNho/edit?usp=sharing
Form 2 link:https://goo.gl/forms/FDFtHCNvo2fMCM4u1

GB Timeline:
Jan 6 - Jan 15 or when it runs out of stock, FCFS. I will ship from China starting Jan 16.

Notes:
1.Please fill form 1 sequentially and do not delete or modify information other users added.
2. The shipping method I chose is based on speed and affordability, the shipping cost will be reflected in form 1.
3. There is a limited number of switches and I want everyone to try it out. And for sorting and shipping convenience, I only consider quantities of 200, 400, 600 or 1000.
4.The national shipping cost not shown in the table will be displayed in your PayPal bill.
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #1 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 10:48:38 »
Moved and approved
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #2 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 11:19:23 »
Yass!!! Thank you for making this happen!!  :thumb:

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #3 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 11:26:37 »
Gateron Yellows are heavier, right?

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #4 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 11:27:58 »
Thank you for these switches!
If you're in SFBA, I just ordered a lot of 400 as a means of saving some locals on shipping costs. Contact me here or on discord if you're interested in making arrangement. Cheers!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #5 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 11:43:16 »
Gateron Yellows are heavier, right?
NO
Gateron Yellows<=mine<62gon

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #6 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 11:47:38 »
Excited to use these, thanks!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #7 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 12:02:33 »
Does Gateron provide a tolerance range on the spring weight? Maybe +/- 10g?
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #8 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 12:38:44 »
Gateron Yellows are heavier, right?

Gateron Yellows are 50g, at least the ones I have are.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #9 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 13:24:44 »
I'm more active on mechmarket and r/mk but these switches look so good I'm glad my friend recommended me to check this out :) definitely going to put an order in!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #10 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 13:54:25 »
Thanks.  Filled in the forms. 

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #11 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 14:09:07 »
Dang, I was really excited to join this but I have no interest in buying at least 200 of them.

If someone in the Orange County area is picking up some extras, hit me up. I'm really only looking for 70-90.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #12 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 14:30:39 »
I thought 200 switches was a lot but with 20k total switches ordered, that’s still a lot of packages to ship. Plus it’s a limited run so I think it’s worth getting enough for a few builds.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #13 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 14:38:35 »
Looks good! In for 200.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #14 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 15:10:51 »
Perfect timing to try these out with some new builds.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #15 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 16:15:34 »
Join Alf discord to discuss Fei switch!

https://discord.gg/hkYsVDq


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #16 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 19:08:19 »
Any of the Canadians who've already joined or any Canadians who want to join, let me know if your interested in splitting shipping with me. Looking for 100 switches, but can get 200 if need be to make it work with any Canadians who have already joined. I'm in Calgary Alberta

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #17 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 19:37:29 »
Sound test comparing Tealios V1 vs Fei

Left Tealio, right Fei. Both lubed with 3204, very thin

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #18 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 20:46:38 »
Looks good! Form filled out

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #19 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 20:50:58 »
Anyone here interested in splitting their order with me? Preferably someone in the EU, I'm from Belgium

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #20 on: Sat, 05 January 2019, 23:51:51 »
Sound test comparing Tealios V1 vs Fei

Left Tealio, right Fei. Both lubed with 3204, very thin

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Sounds nice, but a bit scratchy. 

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #21 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 01:07:13 »
I've already ordered my switches, but I noticed that the quantity is very low now, and some people ordered switches but didn't fill in a name... To be fair to others, how will those be dealt with?

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #22 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 01:10:56 »
I've already ordered my switches, but I noticed that the quantity is very low now, and some people ordered switches but didn't fill in a name... To be fair to others, how will those be dealt with?
I will confirm the purchase according to the time of filling in Form 1.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #23 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 01:11:54 »
The number of switches has reached 20,000, and the GB is over.
Thank you everyone ;D ;D ;D

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #24 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 03:43:29 »
The number of switches has reached 20,000, and the GB is over.
Thank you everyone ;D ;D ;D

RIP - I just saw this.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #25 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 05:34:09 »
Anyone interested in splitting their order in europe? Would be in for 100.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #26 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 06:03:42 »
GB ended.  :eek: Bummer.  :-[


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #27 on: Sun, 06 January 2019, 15:56:52 »
When will invoices be sent out? I haven't gotten mine yet :/

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #28 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 06:28:21 »
Mmm, how could this end ALREADY! >:D Get that it was FCFS but damn, now switch GBs are "Clack happens" basically?! :D

I just noticed this and wanted to get in. If someone is willing to sell like a 60% worth of switches, hit me up please. I'm in Europe if that's of any use.
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #29 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 06:36:30 »
20k switches sold in 2 days. RIP unlucky :/

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #30 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 09:25:29 »
Mmm, how could this end ALREADY! >:D Get that it was FCFS but damn, now switch GBs are "Clack happens" basically?! :D

I just noticed this and wanted to get in. If someone is willing to sell like a 60% worth of switches, hit me up please. I'm in Europe if that's of any use.

Pull a TM050 out of thin air for me and we'll talk. :))

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #31 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 09:47:50 »
Mmm, how could this end ALREADY! >:D Get that it was FCFS but damn, now switch GBs are "Clack happens" basically?! :D

I just noticed this and wanted to get in. If someone is willing to sell like a 60% worth of switches, hit me up please. I'm in Europe if that's of any use.

Pull a TM050 out of thin air for me and we'll talk. :))

Hmm.... Let me think about it, Karlie... :rolleyes: That GIF makes my heart beat faster like woooah.
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« Reply #32 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 10:10:16 »
Hmm.... Let me think about it, Karlie... :rolleyes: That GIF makes my heart beat faster like woooah.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #33 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 11:36:53 »
These switches look pretty cool. I like the colors. If I had the money I would've join, but I didn't so I widn't.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #34 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 11:39:06 »
20k switches sold in 2 days. RIP unlucky :/

Hopefully a US vendor bought some to sell on their site! Either way that's awesome that you were able to sell all 20K in just 2 days! Congrats! And congrats to all the people who were able to get some! Guess I'll be sticking to Gat yellows and Gat Blacks for now!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch
« Reply #35 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 12:39:18 »
I've already ordered my switches, but I noticed that the quantity is very low now, and some people ordered switches but didn't fill in a name... To be fair to others, how will those be dealt with?
I will confirm the purchase according to the time of filling in Form 1.

I filled in form 1 while there were still plenty left but then forgot about form 2 until I checked back just now! Sorry, got confused :( Hope that's okay and I didn't get bumped off!

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« Reply #36 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 12:42:37 »
Kind of regret not going in for more. :))

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« Reply #37 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 13:17:34 »
I'm in! Can't wait to get my hands on them!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #38 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 22:47:49 »
Damn, I just wanted to get a couple for my switch collection D:
Didn't need 200 but can't believe they are sold out already...

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #39 on: Tue, 08 January 2019, 03:04:35 »
Just missed this :-[

If any EU (or non-EU for that matter) people are interested in splitting, PM me. Looking to get 70-100 switches.
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #40 on: Tue, 08 January 2019, 10:50:12 »
That was fast...

chouyu what are the chances of an R2? I think now you know that you can sell way more of these than 20k.  :D

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #41 on: Wed, 09 January 2019, 00:01:20 »
That was fast...

chouyu what are the chances of an R2? I think now you know that you can sell way more of these than 20k.  :D

For real. I somehow missed that the group buy had even started until just now. Would be interested in a round 2 as well.

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« Reply #42 on: Wed, 09 January 2019, 11:17:27 »
I wouldn't worry about a R2 just yet guys. With the 200 count minimum orders there will be plenty of people putting their extras up on mm once they get them.

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« Reply #43 on: Wed, 09 January 2019, 11:38:38 »
I wouldn't worry about a R2 just yet guys. With the 200 count minimum orders there will be plenty of people putting their extras up on mm once they get them.

This. There's probably going to be quite a bit up on r/mm very soon.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #44 on: Wed, 09 January 2019, 11:59:49 »
I wouldn't worry about a R2 just yet guys. With the 200 count minimum orders there will be plenty of people putting their extras up on mm once they get them.

This. There's probably going to be quite a bit up on r/mm very soon.

Hopefully at a reasonable markup.



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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #45 on: Wed, 09 January 2019, 13:33:39 »
I wouldn't worry about a R2 just yet guys. With the 200 count minimum orders there will be plenty of people putting their extras up on mm once they get them.

This. There's probably going to be quite a bit up on r/mm very soon.

Hopefully at a reasonable markup.



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I'll probably hold on to my extras for a while depending on how good they feel, but I would never sell switches for more than cost+packaging+shipping. Also, I'd never sell them on r/mm   :)  But fear ye not, I will sell them here when the time comes.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #46 on: Thu, 10 January 2019, 07:37:07 »
I wouldn't worry about a R2 just yet guys. With the 200 count minimum orders there will be plenty of people putting their extras up on mm once they get them.

This. There's probably going to be quite a bit up on r/mm very soon.

Hopefully at a reasonable markup.



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I'll probably hold on to my extras for a while depending on how good they feel, but I would never sell switches for more than cost+packaging+shipping. Also, I'd never sell them on r/mm   :)  But fear ye not, I will sell them here when the time comes.

I’m right there with you. For transparency, I bought in bulk and found some folks to split the lot with. We worked out a price of $36.52USD for 70 switches. That covers PayPal transaction fees and USPS flat rate small box two day priority shipping. Local cash exchange just $28.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #47 on: Thu, 10 January 2019, 11:22:50 »
So when are these getting shipped out?

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #48 on: Thu, 10 January 2019, 12:29:20 »
So when are these getting shipped out?

Looks like shipping is delayed until Monday at the earliest.

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« Reply #49 on: Thu, 10 January 2019, 12:39:14 »
OP still says January 16th ship date looks like. 

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #50 on: Thu, 17 January 2019, 17:06:04 »
any update on shipping?

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #51 on: Fri, 18 January 2019, 18:07:30 »
Missed these :( If anyone in the US would like to sell some extras, please pm me!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #52 on: Fri, 18 January 2019, 19:45:31 »
I was waiting for this in the GB and PO section.. Totally missed this..  :(

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #53 on: Sat, 19 January 2019, 00:49:08 »
Just got shipping info

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« Reply #54 on: Sat, 19 January 2019, 09:47:57 »
I was waiting for this in the GB and PO section.. Totally missed this..  :(

It was originally posted in the gb section but mods moved it to artisans for some reason.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #55 on: Sat, 19 January 2019, 12:11:32 »
I was waiting for this in the GB and PO section.. Totally missed this..  :(

I think a lot of orders came in through Discord, where it was first announced.
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #56 on: Wed, 23 January 2019, 16:24:33 »
Got mine today.  They are lookers for sure.  Going to go in my antique TX84se when it gets here.  A bit scratchy, but most of it is the spring.  The inside is completely dry.  There is no lubrication anywhere.  I consider that a good thing since most of us will certainly want to apply our own in different places.  I put 3204 on the spring and it was instantly much smoother.  I think a touch of 3203 or 3024 on the legs will make it perfect.  I usually don't like to lube the side rails on my linears b/c I don't like the way it makes them feel a bit sluggish on slow press. 

These are nice switches.  Thanks for running the Group Buy on Geekhack. 

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #57 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 06:52:08 »
Got mine today.  They are lookers for sure.  Going to go in my antique TX84se when it gets here.  A bit scratchy, but most of it is the spring.  The inside is completely dry.  There is no lubrication anywhere.  I consider that a good thing since most of us will certainly want to apply our own in different places.  I put 3204 on the spring and it was instantly much smoother.  I think a touch of 3203 or 3024 on the legs will make it perfect.  I usually don't like to lube the side rails on my linears b/c I don't like the way it makes them feel a bit sluggish on slow press. 

These are nice switches.  Thanks for running the Group Buy on Geekhack.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #58 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 20:53:52 »
I was waiting for this in the GB and PO section.. Totally missed this..  :(
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #59 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 23:02:58 »
Trying them stock in a hotswap it definitely has a busy mattress thing going on... although I do like the weight, even though I usually like heavier springs.
At least there's plenty to try out in different configs since I got 200, heh.
The color is excellent!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #60 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 23:06:30 »
Trying them stock in a hotswap it definitely has a busy mattress thing going on... although I do like the weight, even though I usually like heavier springs.
At least there's plenty to try out in different configs since I got 200, heh.
The color is excellent!
Would you be wiling to sell me 50 of your fei switches?


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #61 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 23:08:30 »
Wtb 90 or 100 of these things. Hit me up if you selling.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #62 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 23:22:35 »
Trying them stock in a hotswap it definitely has a busy mattress thing going on... although I do like the weight, even though I usually like heavier springs.
At least there's plenty to try out in different configs since I got 200, heh.
The color is excellent!

Put some thicker lube on that spring and enjoy the smoothness.  :thumb:

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #63 on: Thu, 24 January 2019, 23:48:15 »
Would you be wiling to sell me 50 of your fei switches?
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Mm not sure what I want to do with these just yet, waiting for some boards to arrive in hand to decide

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #64 on: Fri, 25 January 2019, 00:03:07 »
Would you be wiling to sell me 50 of your fei switches?
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Mm not sure what I want to do with these just yet, waiting for some boards to arrive in hand to decide
Understood, if you do decide to once you get your boards, please PM me.


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #65 on: Sat, 26 January 2019, 23:46:45 »
How do these switches compare to tealios?

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #66 on: Sun, 27 January 2019, 01:50:19 »
How do these switches compare to tealios?

slightly heavier spring. Not as smooth out of the box.  Prettier :)

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #67 on: Sun, 03 March 2019, 12:18:49 »
Looks like Novel Keys is going to be selling these lovely things in the near future... :thumb:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BujI9ldnCzs/

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #68 on: Sun, 03 March 2019, 12:25:56 »
Looks like Novel Keys is going to be selling these lovely things in the near future... :thumb:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BujI9ldnCzs/

R2 supposed to have better springs.

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/asq67j/r2_fei_switch_coming_soon/

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #69 on: Sun, 03 March 2019, 12:44:09 »
Looks like Novel Keys is going to be selling these lovely things in the near future... :thumb:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BujI9ldnCzs/

R2 supposed to have better springs.

https://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards/comments/asq67j/r2_fei_switch_coming_soon/

Those springs look like a very nice improvement!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #70 on: Tue, 12 March 2019, 18:11:41 »
Looks like Novel Keys is going to be selling these lovely things in the near future... :thumb:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BujI9ldnCzs/

They are Live RIGHT NOW!

https://novelkeys.xyz/collections/switches/products/fei-switches

Get em' while they are hot people!

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #71 on: Tue, 12 March 2019, 19:09:24 »
Looks like Novel Keys is going to be selling these lovely things in the near future... :thumb:

https://www.instagram.com/p/BujI9ldnCzs/

They are Live RIGHT NOW!

https://novelkeys.xyz/collections/switches/products/fei-switches

Get em' while they are hot people!


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #72 on: Tue, 12 March 2019, 19:34:49 »
How do they compare to tealios with swapped springs. I like the look of these and the price a lot more. But I really like the feel of tealios. They're sooooo smoooth. So I'm curious if these can compare with a spring swap and lube

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #73 on: Wed, 13 March 2019, 16:52:16 »
How do they compare to tealios with swapped springs. I like the look of these and the price a lot more. But I really like the feel of tealios. They're sooooo smoooth. So I'm curious if these can compare with a spring swap and lube

They sound and feel just like any other milky-top Gateron linear. The custom springs and custom color are the special parts.
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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #74 on: Sat, 16 March 2019, 14:31:15 »
have to say that the new version is pretty nice.  Not noticeably different, but the redesigned spring is a granular improvement.  I like them a lot.  Would do nice with a very light coating of 3203 or 3204, but also acceptable without lube.  Nice switch.  But I am Gateron fanboy I suppose.

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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #75 on: Sat, 16 March 2019, 14:36:53 »
have to say that the new version is pretty nice.  Not noticeably different, but the redesigned spring is a granular improvement.  I like them a lot.  Would do nice with a very light coating of 3203 or 3204, but also acceptable without lube.  Nice switch.  But I am Gateron fanboy I suppose.
Me too, I love Gaterons & Kailh (well, new kailhs). My Fei switches were just delivered today. Also, joined the GID, Linjar gbs. Bought 60 inks from a friend. & looking forward to TKC's tangerines rd 2.


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Re: [GB]FEI switch-Gateron (55g-62g) linear switch(GB end,wait shipping)
« Reply #76 on: Sat, 16 March 2019, 16:39:57 »
have to say that the new version is pretty nice.  Not noticeably different, but the redesigned spring is a granular improvement.  I like them a lot.  Would do nice with a very light coating of 3203 or 3204, but also acceptable without lube.  Nice switch.  But I am Gateron fanboy I suppose.
Me too, I love Gaterons & Kailh (well, new kailhs). My Fei switches were just delivered today. Also, joined the GID, Linjar gbs. Bought 60 inks from a friend. & looking forward to TKC's tangerines rd 2.


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It was originally looking like mine might arrive today, but they didn't make it to the local post office for delivery. So I'll probably get them Monday, now.  Can't wait to try 'em out for myself though!
(And I, too, am waiting for the Linjars as well.  Some rather interesting switch projects lately...)