[IC] GMK Mercury | GB Date FEB 25th | Live on KBD Fans

[kekaiyo]

GROUP BUY INFORMATION

1. There is no official announcement at the moment, it is currently only on KBDFans, there will be a group buy post later today (1/1/22) in the GB thread.

2. They will be running from now until March 21st 2022, other vendors will start in February.

3. The vendors have coordinated the group buy date to be February 25th, 2022

4. Fulfillment dates should also be consistent with all vendors, meaning they will all ship out at the same time probably q1-2 2023. (Can’t really do anything about that)

5. Thank you again for your support and patience with this set!

INTEREST CHECK FOR GMK MERCURY

A set inspired by the element Mercury

INTEREST FORM
If you have some time, and are interested in this set
I would appreciate if you could fill out this interest check form!

I. MERCURY EXPLAINED

More

Mercury is an element with the symbol Hg on the periodic table. Mercury is commonly known as quicksilver and the reason why the symbol is Hg is because it was once called hydrargyrum. Mercury is the only known metallic element to be in a liquid state at standard atmospheric conditions. Mercury occurs naturally throughout the world mostly as cinnabar (mercury sulfide). Vermilion is a pigment created from grinding natural cinnabar or synthetic mercury sulfide.

Mercury is commonly known to be used in thermometers and barometers. These devices are used to tell differences in the atmosphere, and are used by weather forecasters and scientists alike. Mercury is also used in amalgam (mercury and metal alloy) in dental restoration.

Poisoning due to Mercury is a result from exposure to water-soluble forms such as mercury chloride or methylmercury, through inhalation of the vapors or ingestion.

Mercury is one of my favorite elements and is the inspiration for this set!

II. COLORS

PANTONE 428C (GREY) GMK WS2 (WHITE) GMK N9 (DARK GREY)

For the colors I wanted to go with something that reflects mercury due to its silvery shiny nature.
I also may change the accents depending to either red (to represent cinnabar) or a different white/grey.
I chose to go with a bluish grey for the alphas and darker greys for the mods.

III. KITS

Compatibility for full size, 1800, TKL, 75%, 65%, and 60%
3 keys for 40%, an extra "B" for Alice layouts and support for F13 boards.



Spacebar kit includes support for Alice layouts and
accents and a 6u centered stem for HHKB.

R1 Periodic Symbol | Biohazard Symbol | Skull & Crossbones

R2 Conical Flask | Altimeter

R3 Alchemical Symbol | Thermometer Scale

R4 Periodic Symbol | Rhombohedron

***All novelties should be to GMK standards (0.38 fine line width)
however they may have me change them during quoting so no grantees that these will be final.***



Novelties Explained

More

Periodic Symbol : This is the symbol that can be found on the periodic table that represents the element Mercury, its molar mass, and atomic mass.
Conical / Erlenmeyer  Flask : A common flask used in chemistry for experiments that can be used to heat or boil liquids, it is also used in titration.
Rhombohedron : This is the symbol used to represent the crystal structure of the element Mercury.
Altimeter : Although modern altimeters use what is known as an aneroid, Mercury was used in the basis and invention of barometers to sense pressure changes in the environment.
At higher altitude pressure decreases, and thus a change in the environment causes the aneroid to sense the altitude.
Alchemical Symbol : This was the symbol used to represent Hydrargyrum (Mercury) in alchemy. It is also the astrological symbol for the planet Mercury.
Thermometer Scale : Mercury is used in thermometers, however thermometers that contain a red liquid is alcohol to which red coloring has been added.

PRICING

Base Kit | $125.00

Spacebars | $30.00

Novelties | $45.00

NordeUk | $64.00

EXTRAS

Hibi | $28.00

Deskmats | $22.00

Let me know which kit's you're most interested in the IC form!

INTEREST FORM

IV. DESKMATS

Periodic Mat (Dark)	Periodic Mat (Light)

Desk Mat Specifications:
900x400x4mm
Cloth Top & Rubber Bottom
Stitched edges

MORE TO COME!

V. RENDERS

By me
*DISCLAIMER: Renders may NOT be 100% accurate and indicative of the final product*

SP 111 by BlindAssassin 111 U80 by Rama Works Charlotte by Kraize Iron 165 by Smith + Rune Iron 165 by Smith + Rune Planck by OLKB Corne by Keyhive ***Potential layouts that could be supported if there is enough interest!*** MORE TO COME! VI. VENDORS NA: Mechs & Co. CA: Deskhero EU: Mykeyboardeu UK: Prototypist OCE: Switchkeys CN: KBDFans VII. COLLABORATIONS Cables: Space Cables Metal Artisans: Salvun Hibi.mx Keyboard Bags: From Scratch Feel free to reach out on discord if you are interested in collaborating - KEKAIYØ#6050 VIII. SPECIAL THANKS Overall support & help: Aad, Mirubere Design help: Tom, Rayhhdailo, and iinko Kitting: Swishy Thank you to anyone else that supported this set and anyone else I forgot to mention! IX. MISC If you have some time I would appreciate your if you could fill out the INTEREST CHECK FORM, if you are interested in this set. If you would like to talk about the set and stay up to date, feel free to join the DISCORD SERVER, for updates in the (#ic-gmk-mercury) channel. If you want to see more renders and my portfolio please visit my INSTAGRAM X. SIGNATURE If you like this set and want to support it, please consider putting this image in your signature!

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[kekaiyo]

Changelog:

03/30:
- Added a specific question in the INTEREST CHECK FORM regarding the accent color.
- Added a render of the other color options that are being considered for the accents.
- Added specific question about kits in the Interest Check Form.
- Added 1u space bar to spacebar kit.
03/31
- Added an Instagram for my work and for the IC!
04/01
- Desk mats Revealed!
- Added Charlotte by Kraize Renders
04/03
- Added Iron 165 by Smith + Rune Renders
- Updated Novelties
04/07
- Added Corne by Keyhive Render
- Added Planck by OLKB Render
04/12
- Added Define Cables as a collaborator
- Added From Scratch as a collaborator
04/14
- Added Salvun as a collaborator
- Added HHKB curved grip case By DaleSnail
04/22
- Added Vendors
05/10
- Novelties Update (Added 2 Red Accents, Removed White Accent R2 1.5)
- Added NA Vendor
- Added Space Cables as a collaborator
07/01
- GB Date set for November 4th 2021
01/01/22
- Clarification on Group Buy -
- There is no official announcement at the moment, it is currently only on KBDFans, there will be a group buy post later today (1/1/22) in the GB thread.
- They will be running from now until March 22nd 2022, other vendors will start in February.
- Fulfillment dates should also be consistent with all vendors, meaning they will all ship out at the same time probably q1-2 2023.
- Thank you for your support and patience with this set!
02/17/22
- Group Buy date coordinated by vendors to be Friday February 25th 2022
- Thank you again for your support and patience with this set!

[paulgali]

ِAshes inversed? I dig it.

[Xanira]

GMK apollo r2

Edit: for comparisons please add Apollo, Ashes and Rainy day.

[FishyKeebs]

GMK apollo r2

Yeah pretty much besides the novelties. It really does feel like apollo but I love the novelties

edit: nvm, actually closer to rainy day now that i really look at it, still love the set though

[kekaiyo]

I will probably end up adding a comparisons chart in the future. Also the accent color is up for debate; I was thinking red due to cinnabar (vermillion) a red pigment created from mercury, or a slightly darker bluish grey.

[FishyKeebs]

I will probably end up adding a comparisons chart in the future. Also the accent color is up for debate; I was thinking red due to cinnabar (vermillion) a red pigment created from mercury, or a slightly darker bluish grey.

I vote for red

[nvh2092]

I like the color, about the accent choice, it's better to show 3 base kits with 3 accents for visualization and better judgement. Also, can you consider novelties for iso enter?

[Gengar]

Definitely picking up the novelties. I think the red accent color would be an excellent choice.

[fishbiscuit13]

I will probably end up adding a comparisons chart in the future. Also the accent color is up for debate; I was thinking red due to cinnabar (vermillion) a red pigment created from mercury, or a slightly darker bluish grey.

If you need to consider a comparison chart, that should tell you enough already.

[Paputcher]

Mom, I accidentally broke the thermometer

[Nukz]

looks solid, but...man, you launched Poke 1-2 weeks ago, another set?

[Kerasan]

I'm in... in the future it would be nice to see SA too

[Ustinj]

For those who think this is Apollo R2, pull them up side-by-side and refresh the memory... they are pretty far off, only thing really in common is being gray / monochrome. I was thinking the same at first

Anyway, clean novelty kit!

[Kokaloo]

The red would work fantastically with this imo, and help it stand out a bit more compared to the other greydient sets people are already comparing it to

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For those who think this is Apollo R2, pull them up side-by-side and refresh the memory... they are pretty far off, only thing really in common is being gray / monochrome. I was thinking the same at first

Anyway, clean novelty kit!

You’re right. This is much closer to GMK Modern Dolch, or GMK Rainy Day, with GMK ASCII and GMK Lunar finishing not too far behind.

I think that’s part of the problem here - the set lacks character. It’s two tone with an accent that doesn’t help distinguish. What’s worse is that the two colors are very commonly used - N9 mods are prevalent, and we’ve had tons of 2B sets (close to 428C) in recent years.

[kekaiyo]

GMK apollo r2

Edit: for comparisons please add Apollo, Ashes and Rainy day.

Will do, some people have said those sets are similar, so I definitely will add those. It is monochrome so there are many sets out there that are akin to the colors.

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GMK apollo r2

Edit: for comparisons please add Apollo, Ashes and Rainy day.

Will do, some people have said those sets are similar, so I definitely will add those. It is monochrome so there are many sets out there that are akin to the colors.

Also consider adding the following sets: GMK ASCII, GMK Dolch, GMK Lunar. I’d suggest GMK Modern Dolch too but the colors aren’t publicly available.

[balance]

That is so nice 

[dandruff]

Dig the novelties, but at least for the colors that you picked, Pantone 428C and WS2 are MUCH MUCH lighter irl.

[kekaiyo]

Dig the novelties, but at least for the colors that you picked, Pantone 428C and WS2 are MUCH MUCH lighter irl.

Yes I tried to match as close as possible, especially for the color codes at the top, and also added a disclaimer to the renders. I'd say they're not too far off from the actual pantones, at least from my monitors ofc not calibrated but to the closest representation I can provide.

[kekaiyo]

Definitely picking up the novelties. I think the red accent color would be an excellent choice.

Awesome, thanks for the interest, I have added a possible accents option. If the general consensus is to have red accents, so be it!

[Tyson]

Super excited for this! Glad to see it move forward to a proper IC stage! Nice job on the novelties! Will definitely be picking this one up! I agree with others, I think the red accent would look really cool with the set!

[kekaiyo]

Super excited for this! Glad to see it move forward to a proper IC stage! Nice job on the novelties! Will definitely be picking this one up! I agree with others, I think the red accent would look really cool with the set!

Thank you for following this project! I am really excited as well, and thank you for your feedback!

[Fluxodin]

Love the chunky base. Also red for the accents imo.

[kekaiyo]

Love the chunky base. Also red for the accents imo.

Yeah pretty chonk with the accents, but yes if you are interested in a different accent please let me know in the form to vote for a change! Thank you

[nicx]

yooooo looks great

[kekaiyo]

yooooo looks great

Thank you so much!

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

skull novs about the easiest way there is to sell me on a set

[LaserCrafter]

take my money. now

[alevyish]

I love it, filling IC now. Hoping for a SA vendor.

[kekaiyo]

That is so nice 

Thank you so much! I hope it goes well, I'm really excited!

[Cubic // esc lab]

GMK Cobalt.. GMK Mercury.. Need GMK Uranium next

[fatboycarney]

Great work!! Love the novelties they are fantastic!!! GLWIC, will be watching closely. Oh and maybe R3 Hg novelty for the H key replacement?

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

Great work!! Love the novelties they are fantastic!!! GLWIC, will be watching closely. Oh and maybe R3 Hg novelty for the H key replacement?

I asked for that in the form. Loved their inclusion in Carbon and your sets.

[Extra-Cwispy]

love it! GLWIC!

[Engedi_]

Wow, I would love to get a hold of this set. Can someone point me in the right direction on how I can create GMK keycap set?

[fatboycarney]

Great work!! Love the novelties they are fantastic!!! GLWIC, will be watching closely. Oh and maybe R3 Hg novelty for the H key replacement?

I asked for that in the form. Loved their inclusion in Carbon and your sets.

Perfect one day we may be able to fill out all the alphas with elements. Muhahaha, sorry got a little off-track there. Carry on with the IC 

[kekaiyo]

Great work!! Love the novelties they are fantastic!!! GLWIC, will be watching closely. Oh and maybe R3 Hg novelty for the H key replacement?

I asked for that in the form. Loved their inclusion in Carbon and your sets.

Perfect one day we may be able to fill out all the alphas with elements. Muhahaha, sorry got a little off-track there. Carry on with the IC 

Lol that would be one hell of a keyboard, thanks so much for the support!

[kekaiyo]

skull novs about the easiest way there is to sell me on a set

lol, I'm glad you like them!

[kekaiyo]

take my money. now

lol thank you! I hope we can get to gb!

[Bachoo]

Just wanted to come in here and drop my +1 on the red accents, glwic 

[kekaiyo]

Just wanted to come in here and drop my +1 on the red accents, glwic 

Thanks! I wonder what it'll be, its almost a 50/50 split right now!

[nvh2092]

Please also consider an accent novelty for ISO enter  .

[kekaiyo]

Please also consider an accent novelty for ISO enter  .

Will do, I see you in the IC form, I'll make it happen!

[kekaiyo]

love it! GLWIC!

Thanks, excited to show some new stuff tomorrow!

[kekaiyo]

Wow, I would love to get a hold of this set. Can someone point me in the right direction on how I can create GMK keycap set?

Awesome thank's for the interest, you can check out the keycapdesigners reddit for information on how to get started on creating your own GMK set. I do recommend that you take some time to learn the basics and figure out a solid plan before posting an IC it goes a long way!

[fromscratchusa]

I love it, especially the novelties!

[kekaiyo]

I love it, especially the novelties!

Thanks so much!

[bluziff]

Looks great, I like the red accent colour a lot.

[EightDiagram]

Looking good.

White accent works best 😎

[kekaiyo]

Looking good.

White accent works best 😎

Thank you!

[ravenfollower]

You may want to add a field for email in the interest check form, for those of us who aren't regular visitors to the forum and might miss a group buy.

Edit: I'm seeing what appears to a minor spacing issue with the first 7 elements on row 5 of the table on the deskmats. The boxes appear shifted up a small amount.

[EightDiagram]

whoa just noticed the awesome deskmats!

[Clem3000]

Hello there,

New here, I will definitely check this thing out.
Just for the deskmats wich are... properly amazing... (Klechkowski FTW !)

[kekaiyo]

You may want to add a field for email in the interest check form, for those of us who aren't regular visitors to the forum and might miss a group buy.

Edit: I'm seeing what appears to a minor spacing issue with the first 7 elements on row 5 of the table on the deskmats. The boxes appear shifted up a small amount.

And I will add an email field for those who might miss the group buy, thank you for the suggestion. And yes thank you for pointing that out I will be updating the alignment for these mats later today!

[nvh2092]

I want to recommend some changes to the 2 R4 1u novelties periodic elements. This key is already used to cover R1 so I suggest replacing it with a new novelty to avoid repetition.

[kekaiyo]

I want to recommend some changes to the 2 R4 1u novelties periodic elements. This key is already used to cover R1 so I suggest replacing it with a new novelty to avoid repetition.

Yes novelties will be updated soon, I will be replacing the R4 novelties and also perhaps adding in some others or an ISO enter nov!

[enirus]

Yo I'm in, love the deskmat and novelties.

[nvh2092]

I want to recommend some changes to the 2 R4 1u novelties periodic elements. This key is already used to cover R1 so I suggest replacing it with a new novelty to avoid repetition.

Yes novelties will be updated soon, I will be replacing the R4 novelties and also perhaps adding in some others or an ISO enter nov!

[EdgeOfInfinity]

novelties are dope, liking where this is headed. glwic!!

[kekaiyo]

novelties are dope, liking where this is headed. glwic!!

Thanks! I just added a couple more renders with the deskmat! hope you guys enjoy!

[kekaiyo]

Yo I'm in, love the deskmat and novelties.

Thanks! I'm glad you like them!

[Kinesiologist]

can you please add mod-colored tilde in the base kit please.

Everything else is great, especially the novelties and deskmats

[kekaiyo]

Novelties Update -
changed the skull & bones to toxic hazard symbols, as well as added an alpha Hg key and ISO enter
Reasoning for changing skull & bones novelty: (Cultural reasons)
I would like to keep them or at least have one but I am not sure at the moment concerning these cultural reasons
I will have to do more research on the topic before finalizing the icons.

[nvh2092]

Novelties Update -
changed the skull & bones to toxic hazard symbols, as well as added an alpha Hg key and ISO enter
Reasoning for changing skull & bones novelty: (Cultural reasons)
I would like to keep them or at least have one but I am not sure at the moment concerning these cultural reasons
I will have to do more research on the topic before finalizing the icons.

You can look at GMK Boneyard, Skull and Bones are fine. Can we have skull&bones back at R4 to replace the duplicated periodic Hg since it's already in R1?

[EdgeOfInfinity]

ngl I want the skull lol

[kekaiyo]

ngl I want the skull lol

I will most likely add it back as a 1u!

[Sainity]

I'm on board. Solid set!

[WillyWortel]

Very nice. Interested!

[IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES]

I'm a pathologist and my culture is to have skulls

all good once a skull returns

[kekaiyo]

I'm a pathologist and my culture is to have skulls

all good once a skull returns

confirmed skull will make it's return

[MelonBred]

Happy to see 40s support in base!

[Frayne]

40s ortho support please! The novs and deskmatt is an instant buy for me

[kekaiyo]

40s ortho support please! The novs and deskmatt is an instant buy for me

Awesome glad to hear that people are interested in a ortho/40s kit I’ve got some renders of plancks and the corne if others would like to see what it’s like on those boards!

[kekaiyo]

I'm a pathologist and my culture is to have skulls

all good once a skull returns

confirmed skull will make it's return

& He's back!

[Frayne]

Oh is it possible to remove like one/ both of the icon thingy on the bottom left and right (especially the right) on the deskmat ? It looks a bit too claustrophobic atm, and having a bit of empty negative space is good! And for the novities, I think most of them are a tad too big, besides the Hg ones.

[bball2]

A red esc / enter key in the base kit would be :fire:

[kekaiyo]

Oh is it possible to remove like one/ both of the icon thingy on the bottom left and right (especially the right) on the deskmat ? It looks a bit too claustrophobic atm, and having a bit of empty negative space is good! And for the novities, I think most of them are a tad too big, besides the Hg ones.

For the deskmat I chose to go all in and fill the space instead of having empty space, I didn’t want it to be half empty half full, I gues if that makes sense, I also did like the space right next to the focus element because it gives a good space to have cables/macropads that wouldn’t be obstructed by the design, but I do understand where you’re coming from because at first I also wanted to leave it relatively empty. This far it seems like the desk mats are generally liked. I may however make a more minimalist one if that’s something you’re interested in.

For the novelties, I will bring them in a bit but I will have to make sure everything is to GMK standard, but thanks for letting me know!

[kekaiyo]

A red esc / enter key in the base kit would be :fire:

Seems like red is really popular (just as popular as the white) therefore I will most likely add red accents to base or to an accent kit with both accents depending on what people would be interested to see!

[kekaiyo]

New collabs announced, check em out! Thank you for all the support so far!

[mymeepo]

Beautiful red accent color! +1 for NorDe

[kekaiyo]

Beautiful red accent color! +1 for NorDe

Thanks! I don't think there will be enough interest to warrant a red accent, but thank you for your vote I appreciate it!

[fantasyrunner]

Wow love this, look forward to it.

[ab042896]

I would also lean to the red alternative, but IMO it is because the white accent is too close in colour to the alphas, and is not immediately visually distinguishable at first glance. In the renders it doesn't look nearly bright enough to be WS2 to me.

[WillyWortel]

I would also lean to the red alternative, but IMO it is because the white accent is too close in colour to the alphas, and is not immediately visually distinguishable at first glance. In the renders it doesn't look nearly bright enough to be WS2 to me.

Agreed. I also would like to see the red alternative as accent color.

[fromscratchusa]

I'm so happy to be working on a bag for this, and I can't wait to buy this set. Honestly love the style, and the deskmat is absolutely amazing.

[R4YN3]

I cannot wait to give you all my money

[nvh2092]

I have some suggestions about the novs:
_ R1: Great
_ R2: I think a mod color novelty for Tab key is enough, I rarely or never see anyone using an accent novelty for it.
_ R3: The alpha color novelty "Hg" seems redundant, I wonder where it will fit in popular layouts. Also, this key is repeated from R1 so I think it's better removed. The chemistry bottle also is repeated.
_ R4: The 2 R4 1u mod "Hg" key are also repeated, please consider moving the chemistry bottle from R2 and R3 to R4 to replace these 2 "Hg", then turn 2 nav columns to 1 nav column. The 1.25u mod Skull&Bones are also repeated from R1, in this case I suggest replacing these 2 with the 1.25u version of the 1.5u key on the right (you'll have a pair of 1.25u and a pair of 1.5u with the same figure)

[c0d3r]

Red accent colors for ESC and ENTER will be very nice if you can do.

[saltimate]

nice, alt alpas yeah or nah? would be keen on al kinds of stuff so long as its not some sublegend bs

[kekaiyo]

I have some suggestions about the novs:
_ R1: Great
_ R2: I think a mod color novelty for Tab key is enough, I rarely or never see anyone using an accent novelty for it.
_ R3: The alpha color novelty "Hg" seems redundant, I wonder where it will fit in popular layouts. Also, this key is repeated from R1 so I think it's better removed. The chemistry bottle also is repeated.
_ R4: The 2 R4 1u mod "Hg" key are also repeated, please consider moving the chemistry bottle from R2 and R3 to R4 to replace these 2 "Hg", then turn 2 nav columns to 1 nav column. The 1.25u mod Skull&Bones are also repeated from R1, in this case I suggest replacing these 2 with the 1.25u version of the 1.5u key on the right (you'll have a pair of 1.25u and a pair of 1.5u with the same figure)

sounds good thanks for the input I will definitely consider these suggestions and put it in the next novelty update!

[namidettje]

Absolutely on board with this set. Usually not a fan of the novelties and mats but in here i'm willing to correct myself

Good work!

[saltimate]

is there any chance of a 40s kit?
what about alt alphas?

if you do end up doing 40s, all r1 novelties should be repeated on other rows

[kekaiyo]

is there any chance of a 40s kit?
what about alt alphas?

if you do end up doing 40s, all r1 novelties should be repeated on other rows

Maybe, so far there is some interest building in a Norde Kit

[Helskor]

Looks amazing, can't wait!

[Azernith]

deskmat gave me ptsd lol

[c0d3r]

Please add red accent colors, at lease for ESC and RETURN/ENTER

[Frayne]

Looking forward to the metal artisans reveal :eyes:

[sup3r170va]

Hi. Can u consider an SEA vendor like ilumkb or Monokei? Thanks.

[mr_foggy]

very elegant. the novelties really stand out.
even though I can't see myself getting a full gray kit, it is a very very nice set. best of luck with IC.

[Antivity]

I've seen many sets with these colors but this set is by far the best one. Looking forward to group buy!

[FlitzDeelman]

Please add red accent colors, at lease for ESC and RETURN/ENTER

I have to agree, I see a very attractive deep red colour, but it’s not used anywhere. Some novelties please, or replacing some grayscale keys in the base set for Esc / Enter, please?

[jakk]

super clean and minimal! Love the set

[kekaiyo]

Please add red accent colors, at lease for ESC and RETURN/ENTER

I have to agree, I see a very attractive deep red colour, but it’s not used anywhere. Some novelties please, or replacing some grayscale keys in the base set for Esc / Enter, please?

Looks amazing, can't wait!

Novelties have been updated and I have added red Esc and Enter accents, most likley the color will be either a GMK Stock color or Pantone 200c, I think it will make this set stand out and give a subtle flair.

[FlitzDeelman]

Thanks!

[kekaiyo]

I've seen many sets with these colors but this set is by far the best one. Looking forward to group buy!

Thank you very much! GB date will be announced soon!

[treeleaf64]

For some reason it reminds me of a lot of keyset but when I look at the differences   it doesn't anymore

So I guess it's a Treeleaf special

[c0d3r]

Thanks for adding red accents, I will be def in.

[rookybomb]

So many keycap gbs to join this month... this is tempting too

[Rissick]

I’m digging that you’ve allowed for the red and white accents. I’m curious though, could you add the red accents to the base kit along with the white? I’ve seen plenty of other sets have multiple accent colors in the base, like GMK analog dreams for example. Just a thought.

[mymeepo]

Very hyped about the two red accent keys. I think moving them to the base kit would please many people. Then people buying novelties are buying for novelties and perhaps not as much for the two accent keys. This would make the base set and the overall group buy even more attractive, which should increase sales

[vladimir108]

Novelties have been updated and I have added red Esc and Enter accents, most likley the color will be either a GMK Stock color or Pantone 200c, I think it will make this set stand out and give a subtle flair.

What about R1 red skull? ;-)

[switchnollie]

I just started watching NileRed this is sick

[EdgeOfInfinity]

feelin these novelties changes, just wish we could see that r1 skull in white instead of gray! i think adding the red accents here is also a nice compromise

[momo96]

is there any chance of a 40s kit?
what about alt alphas?

if you do end up doing 40s, all r1 novelties should be repeated on other rows

Maybe, so far there is some interest building in a Norde Kit

I just want to say, if you would add a Norde Kit this is going to be the perfect Set for me.

Are there any news on it yet?

[PeppyToad]

Nicely done! I'm all for the red accents for the cool Honeywell look!

Also, I'm pretty sure the Corne is by foostan, not Keyhive

[atyxiao]

Might be the first keycap GB I join 

Also, can't wait to see the Salvun keycap!

[Mwbowman]

Would there be potential for a 1.5u convex spacebar? I've been having a really hard time finding them and I love this set.

[Bobatype]

Glad to see this set make it to IC! The novelties kit definitely looks better since I first saw the initial drafts on discord  Slick renders too.

I have a few suggestions:
- Incorporate the Red accent Enter and Esc into the base kit
- Have novelties for the Red accent Enter and Esc (thermometer and the skull)
- Add another R4 1u dark gray novelty (biohazard or skull), so those who have a left side macro column (XT-layout) can have a non-repeating column (or those who prefer an alternative 1u novelty over the Hg chemical symbol)

I guess cost of the kit will have to come into consideration though with the above alterations, and you'd might have to look at removing either white or the dark gray enter/esc potentially. I know the white is your initial concept accent colour for this set, but the red is just way more appealing/striking.

Going to have to cop a deskmat too.

[maxpower78]

Is this still happening?

[sup3r170va]

I hope this is happening. Would love to see an SEA vendor like ilumkb or Monokei too. Thanks.

[caiozero]

I'd really like a mac icon kit!

[XiXora]

Please add accent ISO keys. A must IMO for a grey set for ISO users.

Wouldn’t mind mx-hhkb support with 2x 1.5u supers (and extra 1u alt)
Also, uk iso.

Thanks!

[HappyB0T]

What about R1 red skull? ;-)
[/quote]

Not a bad Idea there! Looking for updates

[HappyB0T]

Set still looking good - just get it to GB

[vladimir108]

What about R1 red skull? ;-)

Not a bad Idea there! Looking for updates
[/quote]

red skull! red skull! red skull! :-)  ... maybe two red skulls? :-D

[arcadeperfect]

take my money

[mymeepo]

Any update on the kitting? I still think it would be good to move the red accents to the base kit

[sup3r170va]

Please add an SEA vendor, like Ilumkb, Monokei or HexKeyboards!

[R4YN3]

I am so ready!!

[YXXX]

Renders and sets look nuts

[CharlotteS]

Love this set.cool deskmat! glwic

[ravenfollower]

I'm very set on getting this deskmat!

I do have a recommendation for an alteration to the deskmat design:
On the temperature conversion scale, I think the 0/-273 part should be changed to 0/-273.15, and include a line break that shows that there are missing values.

Something like this (very simple mock-up):


I totally understand if this isn't feasible due to spacing!

Looking forward to November!

[konstantin]

III. KITS

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Kits look really good, although the base kit is probably going to end up being on the expensive side. If that does happen, you may want to consider moving the accent arrow keys to the spacebars kit.

On an unrelated note, consider changing the R3 1.75u Control key to an icon legend, for visual consistency with the other icon mods (comparison, example).

[jabe8i]

no SEA vendor?

[Bushhawk]

This is a really big nitpick, but why was the biohazard symbol chosen?
By definition, only biological material such as bacteria or viruses can be a biohazard.

[vladimir108]

This is a really big nitpick, but why was the biohazard symbol chosen?
By definition, only biological material such as bacteria or viruses can be a biohazard.

"Under no circumstances should any waste containing mercury be disposed of in the trash, put down the drain, or placed in biohazard bags or sharps containers."
https://ehs.research.uiowa.edu/mercury-bearing-waste-disposal

... you are right ... more sculls!

[Imperilous]

This looks awesome 
Any chance to get NorDe/Nordic/NorDeUK?

[kkd_20]

Waiting for this for a while. hyped 

[EdgeOfInfinity]

same, will def still be jumping on this one

[pleasega]

SEA vendor? if not will sadly have to pass, i believe many have been asking for this since the start

[Extra-Cwispy]

I'm guessing this is delayed? Given the quote times for GMK, I totally understand. Still really looking forward to this set! Hope that it will run one day, even if that means switching manufacturers!

[leexy]

SEA vendor please

[Tyson]

Just checked Mechs and Co. it states GB date is today but nothing is listed on their site. Also I love that you added red in the novelties, but not too sure what red you are using for the set. Your link for Mechs and co is also broken you might want to fix it. GLWGB! Will definitely join when I have the funds!

[dvorcol]

I'm guessing this is delayed? Given the quote times for GMK, I totally understand. Still really looking forward to this set! Hope that it will run one day, even if that means switching manufacturers!

Just checked Mechs and Co. it states GB date is today but nothing is listed on their site. Also I love that you added red in the novelties, but not too sure what red you are using for the set. Your link for Mechs and co is also broken you might want to fix it. GLWGB! Will definitely join when I have the funds!

It's live on KBDfans - https://kbdfans.com/products/gmk-mercury

[leexy]

SEA vendor please

ILUMKB or monokei

[//gainsborough]

I see it's live on KBD fans, but the price is higher than what's listed in the original post across all kits.

[sup3r170va]

SEA vendor please

ILUMKB or monokei

+1 on this. kdbfans isnt great for SEA.

[EdgeOfInfinity]

am i trippin or is that accent spacebar in the base as well? i'm confused

[Tyson]

am i trippin or is that accent spacebar in the base as well? i'm confused

You are correct, OP might have meant to update the renders to reflect the normal spacebars as alpha colored, right now they are accent white, which are also in the spacebar kit. I hope this gets changed, once it's adjusted I'll make sure to hop on this GB!

[FlitzDeelman]

I see no GMK Mercury on proto[Typist] either - only on kbdfans. What happened there?

And it’s more expensive than originally stated. Considered together, there are a few too many things that seem a bit weird.

[sorathiel]

this silently went live? with a mislabeled key in the NorDe kit no less (the usual [; :])
I hope this is some mistake.

[Jay_dez]

What's going on with this set? Why is there no communication from your side? Pretty weird, dude

[Narcolepsy]

According to the Mechs & Co. discord, the set was postponed until late Feb. For some reason KBDFans went live anyways which seems to be causing all the confusion. All the other vendors should have the set then for sale.

[atyxiao]

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

[Tokyo-65]

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

[sup3r170va]

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

Do u have a link to the discord server?

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

If the picture is to scale I think it’s a typo. It should read 1.75u instead of 2u shift in the row above the 7u spacebar.

[dvorcol]

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

Do u have a link to the discord server?

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

If the picture is to scale I think it’s a typo. It should read 1.75u instead of 2u shift in the row above the 7u spacebar.

Mechs & Co. announced today on their Discord server that they plan to start the GMK Mercury GB some time in February 2022.

[Tyson]

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

Do u have a link to the discord server?

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

If the picture is to scale I think it’s a typo. It should read 1.75u instead of 2u shift in the row above the 7u spacebar.

Mechs & Co. announced today on their Discord server that they plan to start the GMK Mercury GB some time in February 2022.

Seeing how the OP has basically disappeared when their GB has started on certain sites but not all of them I'm probably going to pass on this set. I understand people can get busy, but like at least let the potential buyers know if life is getting busy for you, especially if you expect us to buy something from you.

[kekaiyo]

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

Do u have a link to the discord server?

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

If the picture is to scale I think it’s a typo. It should read 1.75u instead of 2u shift in the row above the 7u spacebar.

Mechs & Co. announced today on their Discord server that they plan to start the GMK Mercury GB some time in February 2022.

Seeing how the OP has basically disappeared when their GB has started on certain sites but not all of them I'm probably going to pass on this set. I understand people can get busy, but like at least let the potential buyers know if life is getting busy for you, especially if you expect us to buy something from you.

Yes sorry for the misscommunication on my end, things have been busy due to the holidays, I w

The Discord is quiet now too. From what I've read it seems that KBD will be first to go live and regional vendors will follow. Shipping timelines is expected to be the same between KBDfans and other vendors. Not sure how/why this GB is being handled this way. Kind of disappointing since it's a great set that deserves more hype imo

Do u have a link to the discord server?

Am I the only person that does not see a 1.75 shift key needed for a lot of board setups?

If the picture is to scale I think it’s a typo. It should read 1.75u instead of 2u shift in the row above the 7u spacebar.

Mechs & Co. announced today on their Discord server that they plan to start the GMK Mercury GB some time in February 2022.

Seeing how the OP has basically disappeared when their GB has started on certain sites but not all of them I'm probably going to pass on this set. I understand people can get busy, but like at least let the potential buyers know if life is getting busy for you, especially if you expect us to buy something from you.

Yes, sorry for the miscommunication on my end, things did get busy, especially during the holidays, and when the group buy went live on KBDFans, however thank you for the support, and patience. I was trying to get all of the vendors in communications on the 21st of December however, I believe KBDFans wasn't able to join, and due to time differences I believe that they started the GB whilst still beliving the date to be the same.

All information is up to date, and will be posting a GB thread soon. Again thank you all for the support and patience with this!

[kekaiyo]

this silently went live? with a mislabeled key in the NorDe kit no less (the usual [; :])
I hope this is some mistake.

This is, it was the uv, in the render so I will update as soon as I get the chance.

[Tyson]

this silently went live? with a mislabeled key in the NorDe kit no less (the usual [; :])
I hope this is some mistake.

This is, it was the uv, in the render so I will update as soon as I get the chance.

Are the spacebars in the base kit correct? Or are they supposed to be alpha colored?

[Miroki200]

this silently went live? with a mislabeled key in the NorDe kit no less (the usual [; :])
I hope this is some mistake.

This is, it was the uv, in the render so I will update as soon as I get the chance.

Are the spacebars in the base kit correct? Or are they supposed to be alpha colored?

Yea, he just started the groupbuy and mention they were wrong and that he will fix them later. I'm like very skeptical about the communication and the handling of this, I was actually really interested in this set, but kind of put off by all this.

[ManiacMarc]

Gimme and gimme now plz.

[mymeepo]

this silently went live? with a mislabeled key in the NorDe kit no less (the usual [; :])
I hope this is some mistake.

This is, it was the uv, in the render so I will update as soon as I get the chance.

Are the spacebars in the base kit correct? Or are they supposed to be alpha colored?

They are fixed in the GB post he made I think. Accent colored (white) Edit: And in the IC as well

[leexy]

I am not confident this designer is capable of running a GB. Pass!

[HappyB0T]

I'm assuming that the second numpad barred 5 is a mistake and one is supposed to be plain. Hopefully this gets corrected for the live GB :|

[kekaiyo]

I'm assuming that the second numpad barred 5 is a mistake and one is supposed to be plain. Hopefully this gets corrected for the live GB :|

I'm assuming that the second numpad barred 5 is a mistake and one is supposed to be plain. Hopefully this gets corrected for the live GB :|

It should be fixed now, thanks for spotting that out, it will be correct key in the kit upon receiving it.

[gtg465x]

I wish the white arrows and red esc and enter were in the base kit or an accent kit. I don't need or want the space bars or novelties, but would be forced to pay a really high price for just these few accent keys. I will probably have to pass on the whole thing because of that. Many people in the thread asked for the red esc and enter to be added to the base, so not sure why they were added to novelties in the end.

[mymeepo]

I wish the white arrows and red esc and enter were in the base kit or an accent kit. I don't need or want the space bars or novelties, but would be forced to pay a really high price for just these few accent keys. I will probably have to pass on the whole thing because of that. Many people in the thread asked for the red esc and enter to be added to the base, so not sure why they were added to novelties in the end.

100%. Also why no red ISO enter in NorDe kit?

[Johnny-G40]

The GMK Mercury Planck looks so dope !!!

I don't see any 40s support on current group buy on kdbfans, will there be any on other vendor GB ?

[rjohn]

ordered Novelties from mykeyboard.eu.

+ yes you should made a red iso key as well.

[rjohn]

Hello

one question about the R2 Conical Flask keycap (novelties),is a place for it in "standar(60,65,tkl,full)" keyboards or is just for the "ortho" and some exotic designs?