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Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 17 August 2014, 14:35:57
I'll start with mine.
IBM AT Model F with Unicomp-printed custom Cyrillic set.

(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=45475.0;attach=65003;image)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Sun, 17 August 2014, 14:52:10
Wow that's amazing! Are those unicomp keycaps or original IBM?

Either way that's great. The cyrillic legends are more subdued than the in-your-face red you usually get. Also I spy some front-printing!

Here's mine:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5566/14927268076_9024f6d7fa_o.jpg)

Bolt modded 1390120 from 3-3-86 (barcode label and mandolin crystal) with a set of medical keycaps from a GE marquette keyboard (unicomp made in the early 2000's). The numpad + and "enter" keys are from the original KB (I ran out of stabilizer inserts so they are the wire stabilizer ones) and the function row is from a NIB box of vintage IBM keycaps. I got it mainly for the vintage IBM Green & yellow keys. Oh, and the 386 is just for decoration.

The cable is an orihalcon PS2 SDL cable made from some excellent cat-5e cable.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 17 August 2014, 14:56:21
he said that they're unicomp

and you're only gonna post the one?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Sun, 17 August 2014, 15:01:43
he said that they're unicomp

and you're only gonna post the one?


It's just the one I have out and am using right now.

Edit: uploading now

I left some original keycaps on - Numpad, F1 - F10 and others. But all alphanumerics are Unicomp-printed, and yes, some of them also side-printed.

Yeah, you can tell from the font that those numpad keycaps came from an AT or PC/XT model F.

Unicomp did a really good job there!

edit:
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/14927757436_e29f10f01b_o.jpg)
Right to left.

Top row 2* IBM "unsaver" model F, IBM "pingmaster" japanese keyboard (in box), "Rubber dome M 101
next row: "oldest known" 122-key model F, KB assembly has been replaced with a NIB one (rest of KB is in a box)
Next row: IBM DIsplaywriter keyboard, IBM correcting selectric II, IBM dome 122-key (in box), PC/XT model F (in foam)
next row: IBM 3278 keyboard
Next row IBM 3178 keyboard, IBM wheelwriter 10 series 2 (boltmodded), IBM AT model F
next row: M13
next row: IBM terminal KB (parts unit), unicomp 104-key, AT&T KB305 terminal emulator variant (the buckling spring at&t board)
next row: IBM 4704-200, 2* IBM 4704-100, 1390120, IBM LPFK (cherry M8 switches)

In the corner are my lightsaver and ergodox half gamepad.

That's all the IBM I could find.

Edit: missing 2 wheelwriter keyboards I have in a box somewhere.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 17 August 2014, 15:02:19
I left some original keycaps on - Numpad, F1 - F10 and others. But all alphanumerics are Unicomp-printed, and yes, some of them also side-printed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HipsterPunks on Sun, 17 August 2014, 16:40:43
(http://i.imgur.com/92XSOlA.jpg)
Model F

SSK soon
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 17 August 2014, 16:51:35
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/17/8a5bbf3ad4dd9344274c9c3c017f73a3.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 17 August 2014, 17:03:28
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/92XSOlA.jpg)

Model F

SSK soon

that board looks like pure evil
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sun, 17 August 2014, 17:30:55
edit:
Show Image
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/14927757436_e29f10f01b_o.jpg)

Right to left.

Top row 2* IBM "unsaver" model F, IBM "pingmaster" japanese keyboard (in box), "Rubber dome M 101
next row: "oldest known" 122-key model F, KB assembly has been replaced with a NIB one (rest of KB is in a box)
Next row: IBM DIsplaywriter keyboard, IBM correcting selectric II, IBM dome 122-key (in box), PC/XT model F (in foam)
next row: IBM 3278 keyboard
Next row IBM 3178 keyboard, IBM wheelwriter 10 series 2 (boltmodded), IBM AT model F
next row: M13
next row: IBM terminal KB (parts unit), unicomp 104-key, AT&T KB305 terminal emulator variant (the buckling spring at&t board)
next row: IBM 4704-200, 2* IBM 4704-100, 1390120, IBM LPFK (cherry M8 switches)

In the corner are my lightsaver and ergodox half gamepad.

That's all the IBM I could find.

Edit: missing 2 wheelwriter keyboards I have in a box somewhere.

Wow!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 17 August 2014, 17:50:29
i have not taken a picture of my F yet............, gotta send to dorkvader to mod for me :cool:


(http://i.imgur.com/iQyoRQR.jpg)(http://i.imgur.com/scbTnQJ.jpg)

thanks again to calavera and cptbadass
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Sun, 17 August 2014, 18:49:13
Nothing special, just my daily driver :

(http://i47.tinypic.com/2ue7cpu.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Sun, 17 August 2014, 20:31:29
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/scbTnQJ.jpg)


One of the few IBM keycap sets that I don't have and want.

Looking great!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 17 August 2014, 20:54:19
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

(http://i.imgur.com/mOARMl3.jpg)

(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14657832612_3d2da15908_b.jpg)
DSC04147 (https://flic.kr/p/okgdXW) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 17 August 2014, 22:26:04
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )
So, how the progress with Kishsaver? There isreplacement controller for it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 17 August 2014, 22:30:48
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )
So, how the progress with Kishsaver? There isreplacement controller for it?

Yeah, there are a few different functioning controllers floating around.  I've opted to go with xwhatsit's controller (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58138.0).
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 17 August 2014, 22:41:16
Yeah, there are a few different functioning controllers floating around.  I've opted to go with xwhatsit's controller (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=58138.0).
Oh yeah, xwhatsit done great work, especially for beamsprings boards owners, I just forgot his F controller good for Kishsaver too :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sun, 17 August 2014, 22:51:10
Yup, I'm happily typing on mine now
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: strafe on Mon, 18 August 2014, 04:11:37
Here's one of mine (the other two are the same)..

(http://i.imgur.com/WTg53EA.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Mon, 18 August 2014, 04:30:24
hmm, have to take some good pics of my collection soon...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Mon, 18 August 2014, 13:52:51
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/mOARMl3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14657832612_3d2da15908_b.jpg)

DSC04147 (https://flic.kr/p/okgdXW) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

whoa............... :eek:

(http://img.pandawhale.com/57240-Kramer-surprised-shocked-whoa-lsnI.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mikew0w on Mon, 18 August 2014, 14:10:53
(http://i.imgur.com/rhz51EU.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 18 August 2014, 14:23:19
many ways to go here
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Mon, 18 August 2014, 14:57:25
many ways to go here


thought you sold the exposed 122...........

that's what i call stepping up- nice boards and mods

(https://iptrolltracker2.files.wordpress.com/2013/09/russell-brand-mind-blown.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 18 August 2014, 15:22:43
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/rhz51EU.jpg)

From typewriter?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mikew0w on Mon, 18 August 2014, 15:48:57
From typewriter?

Yes, a IBM ActionWriter now powered by a teeny. I still need to think of a way to put a 'back' on the case and perhaps integrate a usb hub.

(http://i.imgur.com/847NtFh.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JPG on Mon, 18 August 2014, 16:07:10
Here's my moderate collection!

2 XT's, 1 AT (in the process of getting a converter) and an F122.

So jelly of Dorkvader's Unsavers!

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 18 August 2014, 16:27:13

thought you sold the exposed 122...........


What a memory - I had pretty well forgotten. I put it into a modified M-122 case and sold it that way.

This new "stealth" model is much improved - I need to completely update that old guide. See the USB hub in the back left corner? What a great thing to have, but, it seems to have died after less than a year  :(

This one will go back into a standard F-122 case (after you remove the carrying handle at the back!) and the few "destructive" mods, while irreversible, do not impede using the stock case.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mR_fRag` on Tue, 19 August 2014, 07:44:31
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/17/8a5bbf3ad4dd9344274c9c3c017f73a3.jpg)


what keyboard it is? :O it looks awesome
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Harrowed on Tue, 19 August 2014, 10:39:49
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/17/8a5bbf3ad4dd9344274c9c3c017f73a3.jpg)


what keyboard it is? :O it looks awesome
It's IBM 6019284 aka "Kishsaver". 62-key keyboard for the IBM 4704. http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=52394.0
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: The feel is of the keys! on Tue, 19 August 2014, 11:50:56
I got my grey label IBM Model M 1391404.  :thumb:
(http://i.imgur.com/UX6UfoG.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 19 August 2014, 14:38:11
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/17/8a5bbf3ad4dd9344274c9c3c017f73a3.jpg)


what keyboard it is? :O it looks awesome

It IS awesome, but it harder to get than Holy Grail :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HipsterPunks on Wed, 20 August 2014, 13:41:50
(http://i.imgur.com/OvJjVq5.jpg)

1987 SSK restored by Phosphorglow black plated boltmodded w/ Red LEDS <3
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: absyrd on Wed, 20 August 2014, 13:46:27
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(http://i.imgur.com/OvJjVq5.jpg)


1987 SSK restored by Phosphorglow black plated boltmodded w/ Red LEDS <3

You + BLACK plate + RED LEDs... no way! :p

Nice pic, too.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Wed, 20 August 2014, 17:20:44
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OvJjVq5.jpg)


1987 SSK restored by Phosphorglow black plated boltmodded w/ Red LEDS <3

You can't just not show us the red LEDs, man!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 21 August 2014, 00:55:37
Yeah, LEDs, we want to see LEDs!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dustinhxc on Thu, 21 August 2014, 05:13:14
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/08/17/8a5bbf3ad4dd9344274c9c3c017f73a3.jpg)


These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/mOARMl3.jpg)


Show Image
(https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3877/14657832612_3d2da15908_b.jpg)

DSC04147 (https://flic.kr/p/okgdXW) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Nice savers!!  :thumb:

Also hipster, red led pic! Nice board! ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 21 August 2014, 06:02:29
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OvJjVq5.jpg)


1987 SSK restored by Phosphorglow black plated boltmodded w/ Red LEDS <3

There's something about this one that looks ... different.  Maybe the black plate?  Dunno.  But it looks fantastic! :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HipsterPunks on Thu, 21 August 2014, 07:47:13

You can't just not show us the red LEDs, man!

(http://i.imgur.com/z7MMBaw.jpg)
:)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: AKIMbO on Thu, 21 August 2014, 08:56:42

You can't just not show us the red LEDs, man!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/z7MMBaw.jpg)

:)
Ugh.... that's hawt. Color me jelly.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mikew0w on Thu, 21 August 2014, 10:23:14
the RGB modifiers match the kiddie-trac very well.
(http://i.imgur.com/xDkIutb.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: skcheng on Thu, 21 August 2014, 10:47:37
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OvJjVq5.jpg)


1987 SSK restored by Phosphorglow black plated boltmodded w/ Red LEDS <3


Stock black plate  (vs beige) on all of the '87 SSKs I've seen/owned

There's something about this one that looks ... different.  Maybe the black plate?  Dunno.  But it looks fantastic! :)

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 21 August 2014, 12:32:54
the RGB modifiers match the kiddie-trac very well.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xDkIutb.jpg)

Nice trackball! Looking good beside the Model M!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Thu, 21 August 2014, 18:18:53
the RGB modifiers match the kiddie-trac very well.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xDkIutb.jpg)


That is nice.  I like it when the keyboard and mouse match :

(http://i40.tinypic.com/rumyz8.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jdcarpe on Thu, 21 August 2014, 19:21:56
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

(http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 21 August 2014, 19:30:33
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg)


Oh my.  Now this is a sexy keyboard.  The industrial case really seals the deal here.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SpAmRaY on Thu, 21 August 2014, 19:39:30
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg)


That was a worthy sacrifice. Very beautiful board.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 21 August 2014, 22:18:57
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg)


Wow. Very nice. I like the case.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Fri, 22 August 2014, 20:49:52
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

But is it bolt modded?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jdcarpe on Fri, 22 August 2014, 22:17:23
Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

But is it bolt modded?


Not that one, no. I have 3 1390131's, and two of them are bolt modded. I needed to clean that one out anyway, so I stuck the internals in that case. But I'll probably swap it out for a bolt modded one when I decide to actually use it, rather than just look at it. :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 27 August 2014, 11:35:17
Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: skcheng on Wed, 27 August 2014, 11:51:54
Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

Show Image
(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)


Dannnnyuuum!!   That is SWEET!!   Must have BLACK BS Clack!!   Must have BLACK BS Clack!!  Must have BLACK BS Clack!!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Wed, 27 August 2014, 12:47:41
Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

Show Image
(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)

Okay, I envy you. Period. Satisfied? ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 28 August 2014, 05:53:43
Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

Show Image
(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)


That is fantastic!

Looks like new :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 29 August 2014, 14:53:29
Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

Show Image
(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)


That is fantastic!

Looks like new :)

Somebody must start producing those babies again...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HipsterPunks on Fri, 29 August 2014, 15:23:38
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HXPlxCg.jpg)



(http://i.imgur.com/9QpYBpI.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 29 August 2014, 15:36:15
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HXPlxCg.jpg)



Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9QpYBpI.gif)


LOL, that's a ridiculous movie.   :))

And one of those is CPTSadPants', so it's all gravy.  ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: silas1128 on Sat, 30 August 2014, 14:59:58
My SSK fresh from maxx at phosphorglow.net. Full bolt mod, LEDs added for caps/num/scroll lock under respective keys.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 30 August 2014, 18:55:57
These are my two main BS boards I use (or would use, in the case of the Kishsaver :)) )

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HXPlxCg.jpg)



Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9QpYBpI.gif)


Hahahahah  :)) turrrrrrbo man!!!


Uh, another thread where I can post a pic of my Kishsaver  :))

Show Image
(http://abload.de/img/img_033601kmw.jpg)


 :eek:


OMG black all the things!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: katushkin on Tue, 09 September 2014, 15:05:12
So I got a Terminal M today. I think I need a teensy...?

(http://i.imgur.com/7xZ7SQv.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 09 September 2014, 15:07:37
Got my terminal M too.

Case is broken in 1 corner but it holds together fine.

(http://i.imgur.com/f0rUQRh.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Wed, 10 September 2014, 02:44:15
So I got a Terminal M today. I think I need a teensy...?

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7xZ7SQv.jpg)

Yup, Teensy will be nice.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Sun, 14 September 2014, 18:09:51
1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

(http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/jzwNXkj.jpg)

Very nice. I did put the keys of my black M13 on my (real) industrial M quite a while ago but... I like your led cover even better: seen that I've got several industrial cases left (I'm not trading nor selling them atm) I may "kill" my M13 too by taking it's logo and led cover and putting them on one of my industrial case.

I'm using an HHKB as my daily but the industrial M is hooked to a secondary computer which I use once in a while. Because I use it very rarely I'm not wearing the "white on black" keys too much (these keys are famous for having their white letters wearing off fast).

Here's a crappy picture I already posted somewhere on GH but not in this thread:

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 14 September 2014, 18:54:41
Just finished bolt-modding my 1986 Model M 1390120! My first bolt mod, was definitely a bigger undertaking than I anticipated, but it was well worth it.

Progress pictures and more details here (http://imgur.com/a/AVFvZ).

(http://i.imgur.com/KfybaQQ.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/pPw5ejP.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/6tIuJM9.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/f7bU35d.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/7aBNnFU.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 16 September 2014, 01:25:18
Nice RGB mods! From IBM time?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 16 September 2014, 10:21:29
Nice RGB mods! From IBM time?

Unfortunately no, new from Unicomp. I might try and find some OGs eventually, but I've got to curb the keyboard spending for the time being  ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: josh on Wed, 17 September 2014, 11:50:46
New to the party(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Wed, 17 September 2014, 13:36:29
New to the party(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg) (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg)

Gorgeous Josh: is that an original industrial SSK or one made with one of the top shell that Unicomp had in stock? And where/how did you find that mythical beast?

By the way: if anybody has a SSK industrial top shell left for sale I'm willing to pay some munies for it (I'd like to do what I did with my full-size industrial: put some white-on-black M13 keycaps on it)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: josh on Wed, 17 September 2014, 15:50:09

New to the party(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg) (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg)

Gorgeous Josh: is that an original industrial SSK or one made with one of the top shell that Unicomp had in stock? And where/how did you find that mythical beast?

By the way: if anybody has a SSK industrial top shell left for sale I'm willing to pay some munies for it (I'd like to do what I did with my full-size industrial: put some white-on-black M13 keycaps on it)
It's real one dude
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: salcan on Wed, 17 September 2014, 16:16:31

New to the party(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg) (http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg)

Gorgeous Josh: is that an original industrial SSK or one made with one of the top shell that Unicomp had in stock? And where/how did you find that mythical beast?

By the way: if anybody has a SSK industrial top shell left for sale I'm willing to pay some munies for it (I'd like to do what I did with my full-size industrial: put some white-on-black M13 keycaps on it)
It's real one dude


/slow clap

awesome keyboard.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 18 September 2014, 00:42:29
New to the party
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.imageshack.com/v2/14/09/17/063495f1cb5700ccede1b1c2e92e91eb.jpg)


And what a fantastic entrance!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 18 September 2014, 10:39:04
After seeing jdcarpe's industrial I decided to take the IBM logo and led cover of my black M13 and put it on one of the industrial case I had left... And then I put an Ambra ISO board inside that case  :o

Here's the result (crappy camera as usual... The esc key is a "Geek Hack" key):

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Thu, 18 September 2014, 11:47:46
Any hints on how to safely remove the ibm sticker without damaging it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 18 September 2014, 12:47:30
Any hints on how to safely remove the ibm sticker without damaging it?

Take your time... Use a very sharp blade and go very very slowly. Basically it's just glue, so you want to "cut" the glue with the blade. I don't know: maybe it took me five real minutes to remove the IBM sticker. With a sharp blade you can pass "underneath" the sticker and so you won't damage it on the edge. Then do not bend the sticker: have the blade nearly horizontal.

I had zero issue with the sticker. I found it a bit harder with the led cover: there I went even slower and it's taller, so it takes longer.

The sticker is kinda stiff and robust. The led cover not so much.

Others may have a better approach than mine.

By the way what do you plan to do ?  Take a sticker from where and to where ?    :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 18 September 2014, 13:38:33
Any hints on how to safely remove the ibm sticker without damaging it?

I have removed several of the oval stickers using naptha, which is an excellent product to remove many adhesives, especially tape and stickers.

It be harsh on plastic, so I work quickly. Drip a few drops into the depression where the sticker is installed, wait perhaps 10-20 seconds, and start peeling it up with a sharp knife blade. Be careful not to bend any crease in it.

After it is separated, wipe the sticker and the keyboard with fresh naptha to remove all adhesive residue, then wash with soap and water to remove all naptha residue.

I have never damaged either surface, but it is certainly possible. Work quickly and clean thoroughly.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 18 September 2014, 13:40:49
The esc key is a "Geek Hack" key

(Attachment Link)

Where'd you get that key from?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 18 September 2014, 16:48:05
The esc key is a "Geek Hack" key

(Attachment Link)

Where'd you get that key from?

Unicomp, of course. They have some cool Geekhack gear now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Thu, 18 September 2014, 17:02:18
Any hints on how to safely remove the ibm sticker without damaging it?

Take your time... Use a very sharp blade and go very very slowly. Basically it's just glue, so you want to "cut" the glue with the blade. I don't know: maybe it took me five real minutes to remove the IBM sticker. With a sharp blade you can pass "underneath" the sticker and so you won't damage it on the edge. Then do not bend the sticker: have the blade nearly horizontal.

I had zero issue with the sticker. I found it a bit harder with the led cover: there I went even slower and it's taller, so it takes longer.

The sticker is kinda stiff and robust. The led cover not so much.

Others may have a better approach than mine.

By the way what do you plan to do ?  Take a sticker from where and to where ?    :thumb:


Thanks for the tips.

Basically the same like you, but only the ibm logo. I got a new industrial topshell, but without logo. And recently bought a M13. The keycaps will be for a ssk.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 18 September 2014, 18:00:57
Where'd you get that key from?

I have that keycap since several years: I don't remember who organized that group buy nor who made the keycap (it's the upper part of the two parts keycaps most Model M have)  :o
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 19 September 2014, 14:43:26
Where'd you get that key from?

I have that keycap since several years: I don't remember who organized that group buy nor who made the keycap (it's the upper part of the two parts keycaps most Model M have)  :o

Unicomp have several varietes of Geek Hack key now. I have red diamond version installed on my Model F instead of Esc key.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Fri, 19 September 2014, 14:46:05
Yes, but I've never seen black on red. I know and have the new Unicomp caps.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 07 October 2014, 04:28:36
My simple Model M... Nothing special like you guys but I still love it :P I really hope to own a SSK one day...

Thank you to ComradeSniper for this baby ~

Daytime:

(http://i.imgur.com/vzz6qYi.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/QyKSEL7.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4H1JCIW.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/JXbTE9b.jpg)

Nighttime:

(http://i.imgur.com/odUcLEF.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/SXZmcys.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/5mBMoiw.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: epzy on Tue, 07 October 2014, 17:06:52
First BS board ever.

Bolt modded '87 IBM Model M SSK!

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5598/15474447511_e3c57251d7_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pzqA8a)DSC_5742 (https://flic.kr/p/pzqA8a) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5607/15290688729_05b22cc9de_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/pibM3i)DSC_5771 (https://flic.kr/p/pibM3i) by epzyy (https://www.flickr.com/people/125332711@N02/), on Flickr

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 07 October 2014, 23:55:51
Starting with an SSK?  Nice, very nice :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Wed, 08 October 2014, 19:46:13
..............and I'm typing on it right now :cool:

fairly plain Jane other than that, but then again when is a F just the norm?

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: noisyturtle on Wed, 08 October 2014, 20:55:20
This thread is gettin' me all hot and bothered
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Wed, 08 October 2014, 21:00:57
(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z274/luckyduck_man/IBM/IMG_0525_zpse6f4e8d5.jpg)

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z274/luckyduck_man/IBM/IMG_0528_zps69283c91.jpg)

waiting to be restored.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 09 October 2014, 02:24:23

waiting to be restored.

Cool! Full metal case?
It can be teensyfied, right?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 09 October 2014, 02:26:18
Yes. Full metal case.  Teensy no but xwhatsit builds controllers/ software that work with it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 09 October 2014, 04:11:49
Yes. Full metal case.  Teensy no but xwhatsit builds controllers/ software that work with it.
Cool. Now I need one... Only to transport one in my country will cost me an arm and a leg. Heavy stuff :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Sat, 18 October 2014, 18:58:43
ok............twist my arm :cool:

just got it and after a few repairs, cleaning, etc. this thing is pretty amazing

yes.......it has no badge- i got it that way
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Sat, 18 October 2014, 19:22:48

this thing is pretty amazing


Great little boards, doing the ANSI mod and adding Alt keys has been high on my to-do list for a while.

When those ear tabs break off, grind them down smooth and be happy.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sun, 19 October 2014, 02:38:25

this thing is pretty amazing


Great little boards, doing the ANSI mod and adding Alt keys has been high on my to-do list for a while.

When those ear tabs break off, grind them down smooth and be happy.

Nah, those ears are pretty cool. I'm careful with them ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 26 October 2014, 13:06:16
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Sun, 26 October 2014, 14:01:03
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......

That board is SWEET
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 26 October 2014, 14:25:14
thanks..............kind of a franken board

guts from one, lid from a terminal that i drilled out and stuck a led cover on and so forth, but yea it's kind of different
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: epzy on Sun, 26 October 2014, 14:32:52
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......

that's a beauty!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Sun, 26 October 2014, 15:58:50
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......

Nice! Are these one piece or two pieces keycaps/stems? Are they 100% compatible with Model M boards?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: terrpn on Sun, 26 October 2014, 19:04:45
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......

Nice! Are these one piece or two pieces keycaps/stems? Are they 100% compatible with Model M boards?


yes they are 1 piece and compatible with M's, F's, AT's, etc.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Mon, 27 October 2014, 02:09:52
some wheelwriter keycaps to my modded m.......

Nice! Are these one piece or two pieces keycaps/stems? Are they 100% compatible with Model M boards?


yes they are 1 piece and compatible with M's, F's, AT's, etc.

That's what I like IBM for. Standarts. Got new key set from Unicomp - use it on your F without problems.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 28 October 2014, 19:22:05
yes they are 1 piece and compatible with M's, F's, AT's, etc.

I think I have a jar full of these somewhere.

Now I have to dig them out and take a look.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sun, 16 November 2014, 03:36:19
SSK, gets a workout every day... New key caps from Unicomp (preserve the old ones just like a psycho)
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sun, 16 November 2014, 03:40:42
And the lazy cannot be bothered using a mouse to navigate documents/type internet addresses or click on programs to open them up board
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Sun, 16 November 2014, 15:05:32
Replaced my daily driver Model M with a 4704 107 Model F:

(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 17 November 2014, 08:01:54
Magnificent!

Now, for the first time, I really, seriously, want one of these.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JPG on Mon, 17 November 2014, 08:48:23
Replaced my daily driver Model M with a 4704 107 Model F:

Show Image
(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)



How do you manage to reach your mouse/trackball without destroying your shoulder? I was so happy with my F122 but after a few months my shoulder told me to get an AT. I still use my F122 but at home where I mostly game and browse so my keyboard is not centered and let's me use my mouse with a normal position.


But nice board!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 09:59:55
Magnificent!

Now, for the first time, I really, seriously, want one of these.


You should get one - it's like the grandfather of the Model F's.

Replaced my daily driver Model M with a 4704 107 Model F:

Show Image
(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)



How do you manage to reach your mouse/trackball without destroying your shoulder? I was so happy with my F122 but after a few months my shoulder told me to get an AT. I still use my F122 but at home where I mostly game and browse so my keyboard is not centered and let's me use my mouse with a normal position.


But nice board!

It's actually not all that much wider than the Model M it replaced - I haven't had any issues so far.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 17 November 2014, 10:03:18
Replaced my daily driver Model M with a 4704 107 Model F:

Show Image
(http://s11.postimg.org/ydxsplplf/photo_1.jpg)


Awesome!!  :)  I need to swap the caps on mine, and then I can be as cool as you.   :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HAL9000 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:15:24
My oldest industrial
[attach=1]
here is a shot of the label
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nubbinator on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:17:39
My oldest industrial
(Attachment Link)
here is a shot of the label
(Attachment Link)

Two months older than me.  It looks nice and clean.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Joey Quinn on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:23:25
My oldest industrial
(Attachment Link)
here is a shot of the label
(Attachment Link)

Love the industrial look! Also it's more than 10 years older than me.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:29:49
And the lazy cannot be bothered using a mouse to navigate documents/type internet addresses or click on programs to open them up board

I'm planning to do with my 1392560 a similar project!

(http://i.imgur.com/1mcJDWn.jpg?1)

(http://i.imgur.com/qI8IKWh.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:30:49
Yall make me feel old.... 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 17 November 2014, 15:54:23
Like children playing in the school yard :p
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ezrahilyer on Mon, 17 November 2014, 16:09:22
(http://straypoetry.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/IMG_1845.jpg)

My current work-area, I am testing this particular 87 M101 at the moment.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nubbinator on Mon, 17 November 2014, 17:24:54
Yall make me feel old....

I remember the first computer I built had an Intel i486 DX2 clocked at 90Mhz and SCSI drives.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 17 November 2014, 18:24:27
Yall make me feel old....

I remember the first computer I built had an Intel i486 DX2 clocked at 90Mhz and SCSI drives.

My first computer was of similar vintage, despite being a bit younger.  But my dad keeps his computers for...well, basically forever.  :))  We still have some reeeealllly old hardware that I don't even fully understand.  :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Mon, 17 November 2014, 20:18:50
I remember when I got my first hard drive - a full size (5.25 wide, double bay height) - it was a whopping 4MB.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Tue, 18 November 2014, 00:25:19
And the lazy cannot be bothered using a mouse to navigate documents/type internet addresses or click on programs to open them up board

I'm planning to do with my 1392560 a similar project!

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/1mcJDWn.jpg?1)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qI8IKWh.jpg?1)


If you are planning on making it open up specific web pages, I would suggest a Teensy 2++. I ran out of memory with Teensy 2 after about 8 specific webpages, a numpad, 4 programs opened by shortcut and approx 17 pretty regular key functions.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 18 November 2014, 09:31:00
Yall make me feel old....

I remember the first computer I built had an Intel i486 DX2 clocked at 90Mhz and SCSI drives.

Rich 'muricans  :D

I was glad to get Spectrum-clone :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HAL9000 on Tue, 18 November 2014, 12:04:41
Two months older than me.  It looks nice and clean.

Love the industrial look! Also it's more than 10 years older than me.

I have an even older Model M
[attach=1]
look at the birth certificate
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Tue, 18 November 2014, 12:14:26
I've seen an '81 M before. I think it's DVs, but I'm not sure.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dfj on Tue, 18 November 2014, 12:41:42
re: destroying shoulders with long keyboards:

I tend to run mine with the mousepad below and to the right of the cursor and numpads.
I'm too lazy to tidy my desk for a snap, so here's an old one:

(btw, that corrosion was lacquered down, rather than painted over. And it has a bolt mod, personal (pre-soarer) converter, ad-hoc locklights, and also some of the barrels were constructed from strips cut from an M, as an experiment - one of which was unsuccessful - at least I can't get numlock stuck.)

dfj
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jackalope on Tue, 18 November 2014, 13:36:50
Bolt modded. Thinking about dyeing my blank set of keys IBM blue.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HAL9000 on Wed, 19 November 2014, 15:54:58
Here is another classic
[attach=1]
I graduated from high school in 1986  ;D
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HAL9000 on Mon, 01 December 2014, 14:16:06
Added another classic to my collection
[attach=1]
Still 1986
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 01 December 2014, 18:17:31

Still 1986


Awesome! I don't care about 1390120s because they don't have LEDs, but the 1390131 is my top fave!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: MGH on Mon, 26 January 2015, 15:43:35
(http://i.imgur.com/l7Ufqb0.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 26 January 2015, 16:11:24
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/l7Ufqb0.jpg)


Good progress.   :thumb:   If you need testers...  ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jdcarpe on Mon, 26 January 2015, 16:12:42
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/l7Ufqb0.jpg)


Good progress.   :thumb:   If you need testers...  ;)

(http://i.imgur.com/hHjNk7l.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Mon, 26 January 2015, 17:25:37
Coulors!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Mon, 26 January 2015, 19:09:00
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/l7Ufqb0.jpg)

dem caps: hnng
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 26 January 2015, 19:12:49
Does this count? It's a Coffee Crisp flavored Model M.

(http://i.imgur.com/X1ZaE4x.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 27 January 2015, 01:42:06
Does this count? It's a Coffee Crisp flavored Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X1ZaE4x.jpg)


Nice one! Now I want some of this Coffee Crisps :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Tue, 27 January 2015, 01:52:28
Does this count? It's a Coffee Crisp flavored Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/X1ZaE4x.jpg)


Nice one! Now I want some of this Coffee Crisps :)

Thanks, mang. First time having them myself. They're great!!! They're even better when eaten on a Model M!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Tue, 27 January 2015, 17:08:30
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)

After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 28 January 2015, 03:11:58
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Nice :)

A splash of colour on a Model M goes a long way.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Wed, 28 January 2015, 05:30:42
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Nice :)

A splash of colour on a Model M goes a long way.

Thanks Rowdy!

You know what this board needs? BS Drunken Skull.  ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Wed, 28 January 2015, 13:19:24
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Wed, 28 January 2015, 15:18:49
My babies.  Unicomp 103 key top,  restored, ansi modded 4704 107 key bottom.

(http://i195.photobucket.com/albums/z274/luckyduck_man/IMG_0537_zps45a3351f.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 29 January 2015, 19:57:34
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Thu, 29 January 2015, 23:50:48
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

That transparent BS BBV2 Bro posted looks amazing, I do want.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: naasfu on Fri, 30 January 2015, 00:10:26
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

Damn, why you guys gotta spoil this nice dream.  Mmmm... drunken BS.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 30 January 2015, 00:38:06
I need to get mine posted up here when I get them cleaned up.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 30 January 2015, 00:59:53
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

Damn, why you guys gotta spoil this nice dream.  Mmmm... drunken BS.

Can you imagine Trans Blue Skull or Gummyrot Skull BS?... FFffuuu-
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: naasfu on Fri, 30 January 2015, 01:05:06
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

Damn, why you guys gotta spoil this nice dream.  Mmmm... drunken BS.

Can you imagine Trans Blue Skull or Gummyrot Skull BS?... FFffuuu-

Maybe someone can hollow out their Ice Blue skull and... wait, forget I said that.   :confused:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Fri, 30 January 2015, 02:04:08
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/oiohd1i.jpg)


After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

Damn, why you guys gotta spoil this nice dream.  Mmmm... drunken BS.

Can you imagine Trans Blue Skull or Gummyrot Skull BS?... FFffuuu-

Maybe someone can hollow out their Ice Blue skull and... wait, forget I said that.   :confused:

Lol. You must be ouchyo mind.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 30 January 2015, 02:06:48
Not the greatest picture, but here she is. 1989 Model M.

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After using this for awhile, an SSK is definitely on my list of keyboards I NEED to own one day.  :thumb:

I also need to find a BS artisan for this board.. the search goes on.  :))

Oooo~ Looking colorful~ I like!

A BS Drunken Skull would be pretty insane, but I don't think he'd make that because of the inner piece :(

+1 unfortunately, although Bro has proven that a transparent BS cap is possible.

Damn, why you guys gotta spoil this nice dream.  Mmmm... drunken BS.

Can you imagine Trans Blue Skull or Gummyrot Skull BS?... FFffuuu-

Maybe someone can hollow out their Ice Blue skull and... wait, forget I said that.   :confused:

Lol. You must be ouchyo mind.

Or very, very, very confident :eek:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Fri, 30 January 2015, 21:22:28
Low light picture.

(http://i.imgur.com/KDTx18T.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: PunksDead on Fri, 30 January 2015, 21:33:17
Low light picture.

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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:01:00
Low light picture.

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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FreeCopy on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:08:44
Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:13:05
Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.

It's more than just a heavy and brushed look.  The case on the 4704's are cast aluminum so they are in fact very heavy for their size.  I believe the 107 key version is well over 8 pounds.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FreeCopy on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:18:53
Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.

It's more than just a heavy and brushed look.  The case on the 4704's are cast aluminum so they are in fact very heavy for their size.  I believe the 107 key version is well over 8 pounds.

I had no idea. I thought it was a plastic shell painted to look like AL. Thanks for the info!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:21:41
Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.

It's more than just a heavy and brushed look.  The case on the 4704's are cast aluminum so they are in fact very heavy for their size.  I believe the 107 key version is well over 8 pounds.

I had no idea. I thought it was a plastic shell painted to look like AL. Thanks for the info!

Nope, that is one of the few buckling springs with a 60% form factor, aka the Kishsaver.  There was a lot of 50 discovered a few years ago and this is one of them.  The top and bottom half of the case are cast aluminum with a lot of stiffening ribs through them. 
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Post by: naasfu on Fri, 30 January 2015, 22:28:05
Low light picture.

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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.

Are you guys actually using your Checkeys?  I would really like to, but I'm afraid the shiny coating will rub off.  I have no problems using the normal plastic CCs, but I'm worried about these metallic coated ones.

Beautiful board by the way.  Love the brushed metal look. :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Sat, 31 January 2015, 00:28:40
Low light picture.

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Super! You are one of the lucky lot :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:19:45
Low light picture.

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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.

Are you guys actually using your Checkeys?  I would really like to, but I'm afraid the shiny coating will rub off.  I have no problems using the normal plastic CCs, but I'm worried about these metallic coated ones.

Beautiful board by the way.  Love the brushed metal look. :)

Thanks! I like it because it doesn't have to look perfect to look good. Yeah I never use any of my CCs, I just take a picture and back it goes into the abyss!  :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Lurch on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:22:08
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yummers. very nice, sleepy :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:23:46
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HHNNNGGG~ Absolutely splendid, mang.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:29:24
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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.

Are you guys actually using your Checkeys?  I would really like to, but I'm afraid the shiny coating will rub off.  I have no problems using the normal plastic CCs, but I'm worried about these metallic coated ones.

Beautiful board by the way.  Love the brushed metal look. :)

I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7529/15122146054_7543223c98_k.jpg)
BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:32:24
I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

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BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.

(http://38.media.tumblr.com/487321f5b3c6b3ad88aeb982e1fc2f1f/tumblr_mg5y15KyPb1qa3bzoo1_400.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: MGH on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:33:49
I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

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BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.

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:thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: PunksDead on Mon, 02 February 2015, 21:55:45
Low light picture.

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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.

Are you guys actually using your Checkeys?  I would really like to, but I'm afraid the shiny coating will rub off.  I have no problems using the normal plastic CCs, but I'm worried about these metallic coated ones.

Beautiful board by the way.  Love the brushed metal look. :)

I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7529/15122146054_7543223c98_k.jpg)

BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.

I had no idea bro made so many BS v2s already  :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 02 February 2015, 22:07:04
I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7529/15122146054_7543223c98_k.jpg)

BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.

I had no idea bro made so many BS v2s already  :D

Hehehe.  He sent 'em all to me!   >:D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Mon, 02 February 2015, 22:09:47

Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.

It's more than just a heavy and brushed look.  The case on the 4704's are cast aluminum so they are in fact very heavy for their size.  I believe the 107 key version is well over 8 pounds.

It tops 10 lbs.  it feels twice that.  These are the very definition of solid.  Makes Ms feel like a play toy.  I'm jealous your brushed look is better than mine.  Did you clear cost it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Mon, 02 February 2015, 22:26:35

Low light picture.

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Very nice! It has a very bold and heavy look to it. The lighting really was a good choice. Between the brushed look and that check key it makes it more convincing of being metal.

It's more than just a heavy and brushed look.  The case on the 4704's are cast aluminum so they are in fact very heavy for their size.  I believe the 107 key version is well over 8 pounds.

It tops 10 lbs.  it feels twice that.  These are the very definition of solid.  Makes Ms feel like a play toy.  I'm jealous your brushed look is better than mine.  Did you clear cost it?

Yeah I clear coated it. It is not as silver looking as before.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Jokrik on Tue, 03 February 2015, 00:06:55
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that looks amazing sleepy! that brushed aluminum look is choice man, bravo. Great to see some love for the checkeys they are high up on my list of CC favs  :thumb:

Thanks Punk! Yes the checkeys are great, just gives it that little touch of awesome.

Are you guys actually using your Checkeys?  I would really like to, but I'm afraid the shiny coating will rub off.  I have no problems using the normal plastic CCs, but I'm worried about these metallic coated ones.

Beautiful board by the way.  Love the brushed metal look. :)

I use mine as winkeys.  They're relatively low-use keys, so if there is a risk of the shine wearing off I'm not worried.   :thumb:

This is what mine looked* like during regular use.  ;)

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7529/15122146054_7543223c98_k.jpg)

BroCaps Kishsaver (https://flic.kr/p/p3hXb7) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

*only change now is fewer BroBots across the top.

I will still come to your place and steal them all  :blank: :blank: one day...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Tue, 03 February 2015, 00:57:56
All you people with Kishsavers make me green with envy :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Glenn315 on Fri, 06 February 2015, 12:47:30
Finally got one!  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/g0IJF4H.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/kZ3B8Gw.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 06 February 2015, 22:49:43
^ Congratulations on your SSK acquisition :)

A very nice keyboard.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Jokrik on Sat, 07 February 2015, 01:15:24
Finally got one!  :)

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Nice grab, one of they board I love so much :)
now go hunt some novelties
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Glenn315 on Sat, 07 February 2015, 21:14:56
What's funny is that I didn't even pay for it. It is the current daily driver over my Filco and Ducky.  :p
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 08 February 2015, 03:13:46
What's funny is that I didn't even pay for it. It is the current daily driver over my Filco and Ducky.  :p

Didn't pay for it :eek:

Living the dream!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FreeCopy on Sun, 08 February 2015, 03:28:02
What's funny is that I didn't even pay for it. It is the current daily driver over my Filco and Ducky.  :p

Nice! Is that the condition it came in?! I got mine for the price of nothing as well but the condition of mine I more than paid for it in replacement parts and labor to save it. So worth it though.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: MessyCaps on Sun, 08 February 2015, 03:58:25
Finally got one!  :)

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Nice! Congratz, hopefully one day I have enough savings to splash on one of these boards. Doubt I would find one second hand with my luck.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: katushkin on Sun, 08 February 2015, 06:59:05
Just two boring boards from me, but I finally got my ISO M completed. JUST WANT AN ARTISAN FOR IT GODDAMMIT

(http://i.imgur.com/E0PMlen.jpg)

I have a terminal M which is missing a few keys, and has two keys on the numpad where the plus should be, but other than that it's pretty non-descript.

Some interesting keys on it though. Might swap in my ISO M soon to use it daily.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Glenn315 on Sun, 08 February 2015, 18:50:54
Nice! Is that the condition it came in?! I got mine for the price of nothing as well but the condition of mine I more than paid for it in replacement parts and labor to save it. So worth it though.
It was in pretty good condition when I received it, but I cleaned it up a little!


Didn't pay for it :eek:

Living the dream!
Haha, yeah!


Nice! Congratz, hopefully one day I have enough savings to splash on one of these boards. Doubt I would find one second hand with my luck.
I believe that you'll find one some day. I waited years to get my hands on this!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 00:22:15
1393464 Sabre.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 00:34:14
Lexmark 1398601.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 00:44:48
IBM 13H6705.


Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Tue, 10 March 2015, 01:04:48
Well I was going to post a shot of mine, but I ripped the micro USB port of the back of the controller.  Teach me to not use any sort of strain relief.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 01:06:51
IBM 1370477
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 01:14:05
IBM 1392595
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 01:24:23
 Lexmark 1397961
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 05:03:32
IBM 1391401
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 10 March 2015, 05:05:59
Lexmark 1397961 10-03-94

Of course my SSK.  Just a glimpse for now.  More to come later, I promise. 

New avatar pic?

Nice :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 05:18:37
Unicomp UNI0446

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 05:23:11
Lexmark 1397961 10-03-94

Of course my SSK.  Just a glimpse for now.  More to come later, I promise. 

New avatar pic?

Nice :)

For now Rowdy.  I will probably revert or change it later.....
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 March 2015, 11:01:13
IBM 51G8572
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 01:21:54
IBM 1394204

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 01:56:24
I guess all my stuff has been seen before....
Oh well.  I'm still getting things done...
I need to find some blank keycaps. Or I need to find a Down Arrow with Fwd printed on the front.
Crud.  There is always something missing.

IBM 1394204 terminal keyboard.  Work in progress.  Not too sure but it seems to be leaning toward the APL keyset.
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 02:16:35
This doesn't need to be here.  And yes hwood, I agree with you completely! 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 02:32:29

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I didn't post them all at the same time hwood.  I haven't done anything like that with my posts.  Is there something wrong with my posts?  Am I just a spam **** or something?  LOL!  I don't know how to do that anyway.  I just posted the way a regular user will.

I thought maybe some people might be interested in what I do.  Some more than others.

Would you rather I just take every picture out of every single post because I have no idea HOW to do that?
no problem really, it just looks a little cleaner is all. You can upload the pics to imgur or some other site, then list the boards, and put the images and relevant info into
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 02:38:22
This doesn't need to be here.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 02:41:03

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I didn't post them all at the same time hwood.  I haven't done anything like that with my posts.  Is there something wrong with my posts?  Am I just a spam **** or something?  LOL!  I don't know how to do that anyway.  I just posted the way a regular user will.

I thought maybe some people might be interested in what I do.  Some more than others.

Would you rather I just take every picture out of every single post because I have no idea HOW to do that?
no problem really, it just looks a little cleaner is all. You can upload the pics to imgur or some other site, then list the boards, and put the images and relevant info into
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I've never done that, and I am super dang tired.  I posted in the right thread.  I didn't post this in "Show me your CC's" or HHKB's or Cherry's.  Please bear with me, I was trying to share some information and show some things that people can actually do with their BS keyboards.
It's a love and a hobby we all share here.  I just don't seem to do things the way everyone assumes I would know how to do.  I'm sorry but I do feel a bit offended because all I was trying to do was share what I know with other people.
It seems everyone here knows and does a hell of a lot more than I can do BTW.
I guess that's what it is all about.  After all, it's just the internet.
Well, now you know :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 02:44:42
This doesn't need to be here.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 11:21:25
Well, now you know :thumb:

I wish I did know hwood.  I know what you're saying, it's just something I have never done.  I don't think throwing this thread off topic is good either.  There is no argument.

No matter what I do, it's not correct.  What is correct?  I am beginning to not like it here at all.
sorry for trying to help you?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 11 March 2015, 11:27:10
IBM 1370477 2-13-95.
This is also a full bolt-modded board done by Phosphorglow. Blue Label, Blue Underlay.  It is sweet!

I *really* need to do this to my SSK. Paint the plate and then add some LEDs like Phosphorglow does. It looks so cool.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 11 March 2015, 11:40:39

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I didn't post them all at the same time hwood.  I haven't done anything like that with my posts.  Is there something wrong with my posts?  Am I just a spam **** or something?  LOL!  I don't know how to do that anyway.  I just posted the way a regular user will.

I thought maybe some people might be interested in what I do.  Some more than others.

Would you rather I just take every picture out of every single post because I have no idea HOW to do that?

Why are you being so upset with the guy?
Did he ever say that you were a spammer?
Did he ever say he wasn't interested in what you did?
Where in that suggestion did he ever patronize or condescend on you?
All he was doing was giving you a little bit of advice to help you and then you responded in the most poor manner that one could have.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DrHubblePhD on Wed, 11 March 2015, 11:44:19
Everyone just calm the **** down  >:D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 March 2015, 12:53:04
This post doesn't need to be here also. 

Replies 190 to this one (with the exception of #197) could be completely gone, and the thread could resume with no hiccups.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 11 March 2015, 17:00:58
IBM 1370477 2-13-95.
This is also a full bolt-modded board done by Phosphorglow. Blue Label, Blue Underlay.  It is sweet!

I *really* need to do this to my SSK. Paint the plate and then add some LEDs like Phosphorglow does. It looks so cool.

Even different coloured LEDs in the top right panel makes a huge difference to a Model M!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 11 March 2015, 17:08:14
But....SSKs don't have indicator LEDs :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 11 March 2015, 17:44:47
But....SSKs don't have indicator LEDs :(

That's true.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 12 March 2015, 13:37:36
But....SSKs don't have indicator LEDs :(

That's true.

I think I seen mod of SSK with Caps led.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 12 March 2015, 16:28:47
But....SSKs don't have indicator LEDs :(

That's true.

I think I seen mod of SSK with Caps led.

Phosphorglow can do that!

http://phosphorglow.net/
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 12 March 2015, 16:46:51
This is a test.
I have never done this before so please bear with me on this.

IBM 1393464 Sabre
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Front Left
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Front Right
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Low Front Left
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High Front Left
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Like this, correct?
Does it work properly for everyone?
And yes Hwood, I do thank you for telling me this.  I had no clue.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:09:48
Works fine. Just FYI, you can also test out posts in PMs. Just make a blank PM and then hit previews. You could also not use the more tags. Personal preference.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FrostyToast on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:37:44
Works fine. Just FYI, you can also test out posts in PMs. Just make a blank PM and then hit previews. You could also not use the more tags. Personal preference.

I think more tags should be applied when a post exceeds 5 images. For instance, 5 images looks fine on the forum, but 20 or even 10 is pushing it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 12 March 2015, 17:51:28

I think more tags should be applied when a post exceeds 5 images. For instance, 5 images looks fine on the forum, but 20 or even 10 is pushing it.

I feel like I just trashed the thread with all the posts being edited.  I never intended this.  All I wanted was to post the keyboards so people can enjoy them.  I could
More
every picture I suppose.  However, now that I am starting over, there are more than 15 posts that don't even belong here now.

Including this one.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 12 March 2015, 18:12:45
I have a idea. Stop worrying about it and move on. A good way to do that is by posting more BS boards and less about how you feel about your posts. They were fine. Might have been nice to consolidate those ten pictures but whatever. You got some suggestions. Time to move on. Let me help this thread along. Here's what my SSK looks like right now:

(http://i.imgur.com/jXTfOgT.jpg)



Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 12 March 2015, 19:49:20
My Imgur Albums are being built, quite a few put in, take a look and see.
I need descriptions for a few pictures but otherwise it's pretty good.

http://snowdog993.imgur.com/

(http://i.imgur.com/RMEYWaW.jpg)

Not too bad for my first time at this.

Edit: There is a lot
More
(http://i.imgur.com/2zJ6Nv6.jpg)
now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 13 March 2015, 21:42:35
Latest addition to my arsenal:

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Alex92 on Sun, 15 March 2015, 15:54:39
Both of my buckling spring keyboards  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/zc4HY6t.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/CucOhtE.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/s0LegYv.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/DvQWBQ4.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/h1i13Op.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Alex92 on Sun, 15 March 2015, 16:03:29
My Imgur Albums are being built, quite a few put in, take a look and see.
I need descriptions for a few pictures but otherwise it's pretty good.

http://snowdog993.imgur.com/

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/RMEYWaW.jpg)


Not too bad for my first time at this.

Your Lexmark 1398601 looks really cool with the red! It goes great with the Lexmark logo :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 16 March 2015, 23:23:55
But....SSKs don't have indicator LEDs :(

That's true.

I think I seen mod of SSK with Caps led.

Phosphorglow can do that!

http://phosphorglow.net/

How right you are Rowdy!  Mine is on it's way back from Phosphorglow.  A little hint...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 17 March 2015, 20:20:43
Both of my buckling spring keyboards  :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zc4HY6t.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/CucOhtE.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/s0LegYv.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/DvQWBQ4.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/h1i13Op.jpg)


Always glad to see some 1390120 love, great looking boards!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 18 March 2015, 11:57:33

Always glad to see some 1390120 love, great looking boards!

They are!  I have a 1394604 that I converted and my nephew is using it while his 1391401 is being repaired.

(http://i.imgur.com/9xhhN8b.jpg)

That one has the APL keyset from Unicomp on it.  Nice keyboard!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Wed, 18 March 2015, 12:13:10
Just got this back from the powdercoater.
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7626/16828757516_99288359af_o.jpg)

I'm still deciding on what keycaps I want with it and figuring out how to program the DPH (when I installed it, the Xwhatsit wasn't 100% working with the 107)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Wed, 18 March 2015, 12:47:03
looks nice and smooth. which color is that?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 19 March 2015, 02:32:01
Just got this back from the powdercoater.

I'm still deciding on what keycaps I want with it and figuring out how to program the DPH (when I installed it, the Xwhatsit wasn't 100% working with the 107)

Hmm... Guncoat gray? It's a pity I'm broke right now... Because now I'm set on getting an 107... It looks beautiful.

Or a Beam Spring... But that monster of a keyboard weights almost 6 kilos. It costs a small fortune just to ship it overseas...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Thu, 19 March 2015, 05:59:09

Hmm... Guncoat gray? It's a pity I'm broke right now... Because now I'm set on getting an 107... It looks beautiful.

Or a Beam Spring... But that monster of a keyboard weights almost 6 kilos. It costs a small fortune just to ship it overseas...

I wonder how the 107 compares in weight to a beam spring? They're certainly no lightweight, that's for sure.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 19 March 2015, 13:22:36

Hmm... Guncoat gray? It's a pity I'm broke right now... Because now I'm set on getting an 107... It looks beautiful.

Or a Beam Spring... But that monster of a keyboard weights almost 6 kilos. It costs a small fortune just to ship it overseas...

I wonder how the 107 compares in weight to a beam spring? They're certainly no lightweight, that's for sure.

I think 107 is about 3 or 4 kilos. But any BS board is clearly bigger and heavier.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 19 March 2015, 13:34:07

Just got this back from the powdercoater.
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7626/16828757516_99288359af_o.jpg)


I'm still deciding on what keycaps I want with it and figuring out how to program the DPH (when I installed it, the Xwhatsit wasn't 100% working with the 107)

So much wow.  That's what I want mine to look like :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Thu, 19 March 2015, 18:06:16
Just got this back from the powdercoater.
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7626/16828757516_99288359af_o.jpg)


I'm still deciding on what keycaps I want with it and figuring out how to program the DPH (when I installed it, the Xwhatsit wasn't 100% working with the 107)

A - looks good.

B - What wasn't working with Toms controller?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Fri, 20 March 2015, 09:21:07
It was a dark grey basecoat, some custom metallic flake I picked out and a matte clearcoat. It's really cool how the grey changes with the angle you look at it. as always the picture does not do it justice. I got it painted at the same place that CPTbadass got his kishsaver painted and Mkawa is getting the smallfry titanium painted. Unlike what CPTbadass said, the pricing was really good! I think he's just a cheapskate. :p

B - What wasn't working with Toms controller?
I forget exactly what, but there was some discussion about it on the DT thread if I recall correctly. Since programming the DPH is like impossible I might switch back.

I just weighed things.

Interestingly enough my heaviest beamspring is my displaywriter with a plastic case: 5300g
I also have a fullsize 3278 KB that weighs 4700g
The 107  key weighs in at 4600g

So you can see it's on the order of a beamspring, the 100g difference is very hard to notice.

I didn't weigh my TKL 3278 beamspring but i'm sure it's lighter than my 107-key.

Here's a model M that I'm shipping off to Canada for a very nice GHer there. This was the board I used to write my bolt mod guide
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8745/16680699199_3e68d64714_o.jpg)
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8674/16865675732_571537fa3a_o.jpg)

Some people like the green "alt" keys, but on this KB, the blue shifts are crucial.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DanielT on Fri, 20 March 2015, 09:37:56
Very interesting legends on this board, it looks like it was used with some sort of ?medical? equipment ... But anyway a cool looking BS board, the new owner is a lucky guy  :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Fri, 20 March 2015, 18:39:21
Very interesting legends on this board, it looks like it was used with some sort of ?medical? equipment ... But anyway a cool looking BS board, the new owner is a lucky guy  :cool:
Was made by Unicomp or Lexmark for a GE Marquette medical input terminal.

I have a NIB one with Spanish medical legends
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 21 March 2015, 03:24:31
It was a dark grey basecoat, some custom metallic flake I picked out and a matte clearcoat. It's really cool how the grey changes with the angle you look at it. as always the picture does not do it justice. I got it painted at the same place that CPTbadass got his kishsaver painted and Mkawa is getting the smallfry titanium painted. Unlike what CPTbadass said, the pricing was really good! I think he's just a cheapskate. :p

B - What wasn't working with Toms controller?
I forget exactly what, but there was some discussion about it on the DT thread if I recall correctly. Since programming the DPH is like impossible I might switch back.

I just weighed things.

Interestingly enough my heaviest beamspring is my displaywriter with a plastic case: 5300g
I also have a fullsize 3278 KB that weighs 4700g
The 107  key weighs in at 4600g

So you can see it's on the order of a beamspring, the 100g difference is very hard to notice.

I didn't weigh my TKL 3278 beamspring but i'm sure it's lighter than my 107-key.

Here's a model M that I'm shipping off to Canada for a very nice GHer there. This was the board I used to write my bolt mod guide
Show Image
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8745/16680699199_3e68d64714_o.jpg)

Show Image
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8674/16865675732_571537fa3a_o.jpg)


Some people like the green "alt" keys, but on this KB, the blue shifts are crucial.

What nice yellow keycaps that board has :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 21 March 2015, 11:16:22
Big and Little Brother....

(http://i.imgur.com/dTN0IpH.jpg)

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Sat, 21 March 2015, 11:32:11
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7617/16857738746_8ceb6af3ed_o.jpg)
IBM 50-key (model M version) and IBM unsaver. The 50-key has been hacked to be programmable and also work on USB.

My current desk setup. The ultimate IBM Tenkey paired with the ultimate IBM TKL.

Yes I have a kishsaver (and the model F 50-key) but I prefer the unsaver as a TKL. When I finish my kishsaver I'll give it a shot.

Eventually I'll get an SSK to pair this awesome 50-key (now 47) with.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 21 March 2015, 11:43:42
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7617/16857738746_8ceb6af3ed_o.jpg)

IBM 50-key (model M version) and IBM unsaver. The 50-key has been hacked to be programmable and also work on USB.

My current desk setup. The ultimate IBM Tenkey paired with the ultimate IBM TKL.

Yes I have a kishsaver (and the model F 50-key) but I prefer the unsaver as a TKL. When I finish my kishsaver I'll give it a shot.

Eventually I'll get an SSK to pair this awesome 50-key (now 47) with.

Wow!  Very nice setup! 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 21 March 2015, 11:44:56
This one I call Red, White, and Blue.

(http://i.imgur.com/eBJKjrE.jpg)

One of my very favorite pictures.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 21 March 2015, 18:25:32
Yeah, this is my other favorite.  1398601/1393464/1370477 (1397961 in upper corner)

(http://i.imgur.com/VydxrYD.jpg)

Edit: I had to add this one...

(http://i.imgur.com/RDSO5jb.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 21 March 2015, 20:00:44
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7617/16857738746_8ceb6af3ed_o.jpg)

IBM 50-key (model M version) and IBM unsaver. The 50-key has been hacked to be programmable and also work on USB.

My current desk setup. The ultimate IBM Tenkey paired with the ultimate IBM TKL.

Yes I have a kishsaver (and the model F 50-key) but I prefer the unsaver as a TKL. When I finish my kishsaver I'll give it a shot.

Eventually I'll get an SSK to pair this awesome 50-key (now 47) with.

Love the set-up unsaver is really nice..... awsome
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 21 March 2015, 20:02:11

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7617/16857738746_8ceb6af3ed_o.jpg)

IBM 50-key (model M version) and IBM unsaver. The 50-key has been hacked to be programmable and also work on USB.

My current desk setup. The ultimate IBM Tenkey paired with the ultimate IBM TKL.

Yes I have a kishsaver (and the model F 50-key) but I prefer the unsaver as a TKL. When I finish my kishsaver I'll give it a shot.

Eventually I'll get an SSK to pair this awesome 50-key (now 47) with.

All that space saving going on lol.

@snowdog. Those some nice pics.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 21 March 2015, 20:26:23
I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 21 March 2015, 20:37:10
I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

How does it feel when you use it?  Do you like it?  It's a nice find!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 21 March 2015, 20:52:36
I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

This is like my next ultimate goal.  Find some sort of IBM keyboard locally (as in my town).

Thrill of the hunt.  Always very rewarding.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 21 March 2015, 21:05:21


I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

How does it feel when you use it?  Do you like it?  It's a nice find!

It feels great! I was coding for hours on ends this afternoon and no trouble at all.

When I first got it, it was really dirty. A good teardown and cleaning revealed no broken rivets, but I still might bolt mod it because I guess it makes a difference either way. We'll see...

I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

This is like my next ultimate goal.  Find some sort of IBM keyboard locally (as in my town).

Thrill of the hunt.  Always very rewarding.

I lurked Craigslist for three months. The kid selling it had received it for free from his instructor. But he was just a kid and he wanted the cash.

Incidentally, he was using an M2 which he had disassembled and replaced the blown capacitors himself. So he was a smart kid who knew his stuff. He actually kind of made me want an M2. Not much love for them around here, though.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 21 March 2015, 21:07:29



I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

How does it feel when you use it?  Do you like it?  It's a nice find!

It feels great! I was coding for hours on ends this afternoon and no trouble at all.

When I first got it, it was really dirty. A good teardown and cleaning revealed no broken rivets, but I still might bolt mod it because I guess it makes a difference either way. We'll see...

I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

This is like my next ultimate goal.  Find some sort of IBM keyboard locally (as in my town).

Thrill of the hunt.  Always very rewarding.

I lurked Craigslist for three months. The kid selling it had received it for free from his instructor. But he was just a kid and he wanted the cash.

Incidentally, he was using an M2 which he had disassembled and replaced the blown capacitors himself. So he was a smart kid who knew his stuff. He actually kind of made me want an M2. Not much love for them around here, though.
Very nice.  I am one of the people that have m2 love.  With that being said they are a ***** to work on so mine is sadly sitting around due to some issues.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 21 March 2015, 21:09:49



I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

How does it feel when you use it?  Do you like it?  It's a nice find!

It feels great! I was coding for hours on ends this afternoon and no trouble at all.

When I first got it, it was really dirty. A good teardown and cleaning revealed no broken rivets, but I still might bolt mod it because I guess it makes a difference either way. We'll see...

I picked up this beauty from Craigslist for $40. Probably the least expensive purchase I've ever made for this hobby.

This is like my next ultimate goal.  Find some sort of IBM keyboard locally (as in my town).

Thrill of the hunt.  Always very rewarding.

I lurked Craigslist for three months. The kid selling it had received it for free from his instructor. But he was just a kid and he wanted the cash.

Incidentally, he was using an M2 which he had disassembled and replaced the blown capacitors himself. So he was a smart kid who knew his stuff. He actually kind of made me want an M2. Not much love for them around here, though.
Very nice.  I am one of the people that have m2 love.  With that being said they are a ***** to work on so mine is sadly sitting around due to some issues.
Yeah, the kid told me what a royal pain they are too get open. But a low-profile BS board is pretty appealing, IMO.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 21 March 2015, 23:38:12
Going through some older pictures, love this one:

(http://i.imgur.com/RPne88Z.jpg)

bolt-mod with a fresh blanket.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 22 March 2015, 00:18:15
This one I call Red, White, and Blue.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eBJKjrE.jpg)


One of my very favorite pictures.

I guess that would make mine black, black and black :p
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 22 March 2015, 17:34:14
This one I call Red, White, and Blue.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/eBJKjrE.jpg)


One of my very favorite pictures.

I guess that would make mine black, black and black :p

I suppose it would!  I never really thought about it.  *laughing*  Speaking of ironic....
This is a post e29 had in the SSK section:

Here's an example on a fullsize that ended up being branded an IBM but used that style mold for the case:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wDzG4ht.jpg)


The irony! I actually purchased that keyboard.  I didn't even realize it until after the purchase.  If that was a random pick of a picture by him....
I believe I need to clean that thing up!
Edit: The seller had the ;/: and the =/+ keys in the wrong place.  I had to do a double-take.
Yep.  Same keyboard and picture.

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FreeCopy on Sun, 22 March 2015, 18:01:16
Based on what I've seen here I may paint the barrel plate on my M. I like the simplicity of the black, but it's a bolt mod so I figure I could do more.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 22 March 2015, 18:06:36
Based on what I've seen here I may paint the barrel plate on my M. I like the simplicity of the black, but it's a bolt mod so I figure I could do more.

Be very very careful and not paint the barrels themselves!  Put masking tape over every one of them!  It's worse when you paint them, and then have to remove the paint from them!
Or you could just order a keyboard underlay from Phosphorglow.net for a reasonable price.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: FreeCopy on Sun, 22 March 2015, 18:20:20
Based on what I've seen here I may paint the barrel plate on my M. I like the simplicity of the black, but it's a bolt mod so I figure I could do more.

Be very very careful and not paint the barrels themselves!  Put masking tape over every one of them!  It's worse when you paint them, and then have to remove the paint from them!
Or you could just order a keyboard underlay from Phosphorglow.net for a reasonable price.


Thanks for the tip. I've seen that mentioned before as well. Those underlays look like a very convenient way to go. Thanks for the link.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dorkvader on Mon, 23 March 2015, 00:34:50
Not much love for them around here, though.

Lots of people like the M15 which is based on M2 technology with the integrated barrels/topcase and the smaller keycaps.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 23 March 2015, 00:56:14
Not much love for them around here, though.

Lots of people like the M15 which is based on M2 technology with the integrated barrels/topcase and the smaller keycaps.

The M15 is a hard to obtain keyboard, but it is the only BS ergonomic keyboard.  It's pretty cool.

The M2 is difficult to repair and hard to find parts for.  (Usually from other M2's)
Edit: I have never got the hang of using a soldering iron well and have destroyed more than I fix!
So maybe it's just me, but I have really been unsuccessful with them.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Mon, 23 March 2015, 09:15:54
Not much love for them around here, though.

Lots of people like the M15 which is based on M2 technology with the integrated barrels/topcase and the smaller keycaps.

The M15 is a hard to obtain keyboard, but it is the only BS ergonomic keyboard.  It's pretty cool.

The M2 is difficult to repair and hard to find parts for.  (Usually from other M2's)
Edit: I have never got the hang of using a soldering iron well and have destroyed more than I fix!
So maybe it's just me, but I have really been unsuccessful with them.

I've never had trouble with a soldering iron. Probably because I was given my first one when I was young. I used to tear apart VCRs and stuff like that, then reuse those components on other things.

Honestly, up until right about now I never really had an interest in an M2, but all this talk has got me thinking...maybe a restoration project would be fun.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Nai_Calus on Thu, 26 March 2015, 20:00:48
Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

(http://www.iankunx.net/f107.jpg)
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107right.jpg)

This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 26 March 2015, 20:02:44

Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107right.jpg)


This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3
Nice.  Is it converted to USB yet.  Any plans to convert the layout to ansi?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Nai_Calus on Thu, 26 March 2015, 20:43:14

Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107right.jpg)


This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3
Nice.  Is it converted to USB yet.  Any plans to convert the layout to ansi?

Yeah, it came with xwhatsit's controller preinstalled. I actually decided against getting it ANSI modded; I like the way the original layout looks, and it seems like most people get them modded, so I figured I'd leave this magnificent creature be. The date on the bottom says 32-1984, for the record.
Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 26 March 2015, 20:45:06

Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107right.jpg)


This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3
Nice.  Is it converted to USB yet.  Any plans to convert the layout to ansi?

Yeah, it came with xwhatsit's controller preinstalled. I actually decided against getting it ANSI modded; I like the way the original layout looks, and it seems like most people get them modded, so I figured I'd leave this magnificent creature be. The date on the bottom says 32-1984, for the record.

Very nice.  Can't argue with originality.  I just didn't think I could stand the default layout as is.  Also yours appears to be in way better condition than mine was. All the plastic tops were yellowed or the paper was very grungy.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Fri, 27 March 2015, 03:32:34

Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)

Show Image
(http://www.iankunx.net/f107right.jpg)


This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3
Nice.  Is it converted to USB yet.  Any plans to convert the layout to ansi?

Yeah, it came with xwhatsit's controller preinstalled. I actually decided against getting it ANSI modded; I like the way the original layout looks, and it seems like most people get them modded, so I figured I'd leave this magnificent creature be. The date on the bottom says 32-1984, for the record.

Very nice.  Can't argue with originality.  I just didn't think I could stand the default layout as is.  Also yours appears to be in way better condition than mine was. All the plastic tops were yellowed or the paper was very grungy.

me2. I think I personally would go for ansi or iso and use a new set of keycaps :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Nai_Calus on Sun, 29 March 2015, 02:19:44
Very nice.  Can't argue with originality.  I just didn't think I could stand the default layout as is.  Also yours appears to be in way better condition than mine was. All the plastic tops were yellowed or the paper was very grungy.

The tops are yellowed a bit on mine, but it's not bad at all. But yeah, it is in really nice condition. I need to give it a cleaning, of course, it's 31 years old, but it looks great. I got it from orihalcon here through the classifieds forum. :)

The default layout is actually not bad with the right mapping! The two keys where ANSI has one in all spots that happens are actually just both mapped to the ANSI key - So that short left shift and <> key are both mapped to LShift, for example. That way if I happen to hit either it still works. (And if I hit between my finger just falls to one side and presses one of them anyway so.) I'm honestly having more trouble with the lack of F and J bumps and ordered a pair of those keys from Unicomp for it.

me2. I think I personally would go for ansi or iso and use a new set of keycaps :)

Other than the full grid numberpad area and the two keys where ISO enter is, this actually is pretty much the ISO layout in the main section. XD Could map it to be an ISO layout easily, just make PD 1 and PD 3 both enter. But yeah, you should be able to get caps for ANSI at least through Unicomp now that they offer multiwides. I like the look of the original keys with the inserts though. XD
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Mon, 30 March 2015, 19:49:01
So I made an order for some new caps from Unicomp a week or two ago. They finally arrived this morning and I just finished placing them on the board:

(http://i.imgur.com/55s6D31.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/xDZZ3JE.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/BQF4TtQ.jpg)

I still need to bolt-mod it, though.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 30 March 2015, 21:37:49
So I made an order for some new caps from Unicomp a week or two ago. They finally arrived this morning and I just finished placing them on the board:

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(http://i.imgur.com/55s6D31.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/xDZZ3JE.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/BQF4TtQ.jpg)


I still need to bolt-mod it, though.

Nice!

The orange arrow keys are a nice touch :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: AKIMbO on Wed, 01 April 2015, 21:46:00
I got an unsaver today.
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 01 April 2015, 21:50:46
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: AKIMbO on Wed, 01 April 2015, 21:51:33
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.

Nope, it was modded to ANSI.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 01 April 2015, 21:52:20
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.

Nope, it was modded to ANSI.

Ah, that explains it.

Thanks :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Wed, 01 April 2015, 21:54:12
 Unsavers look particularly sexy imo.  Red escape key is a nice touch.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Wed, 01 April 2015, 22:02:07
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.

Nope, it was modded to ANSI.

How does that work? Do you have to use a barrel plate from an M122 and chop it down?
Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Wed, 01 April 2015, 22:05:24
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.

Nope, it was modded to ANSI.

How does that work? Do you have to use a barrel plate from an M122 and chop it down?

M122 would have the same ISO layout.  All you do on model F's is separate the metal plates and rearrange the springs and stabilizer inserts on the barrels in the upper metal plate and reassemble.  Hopefully that brief explanation gives you an idea.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Wed, 01 April 2015, 22:07:31
Xpost, but proud to be a SSK member  :cool:
(https://i.imgur.com/UqbvVTX.jpg)

I can't remember who does bolt modding... Is it fog?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Wed, 01 April 2015, 22:11:45
I got an unsaver today.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oooh!  ANSI!

Was this ANSI originally?  All its bigger cousins seem to be ISO out of the factory.

Nope, it was modded to ANSI.

How does that work? Do you have to use a barrel plate from an M122 and chop it down?

M122 would have the same ISO layout.  All you do on model F's is separate the metal plates and rearrange the springs and stabilizer inserts on the barrels in the upper metal plate and reassemble.  Hopefully that brief explanation gives you an idea.

Well not really but that's only because I have zero knowledge about the inner parts of a Model F.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Wed, 01 April 2015, 22:16:34
Yeah,  I understand that.  I didn't understand until I bought a model f and opened one.  It's really simple once you actually see it in person. There are guides and videos on this around if you want a visual.
Title: .
Post by: gr1618 on Wed, 01 April 2015, 23:06:42
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Thu, 02 April 2015, 04:13:52
So, out of curiosity, if one wanted to mod a Model F to, say, the HHKB layout, you would just need to move around stabilisers and springs so you have enough keys? It wouldn't require doing any destructive/irreversible modifications?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Joey Quinn on Thu, 02 April 2015, 04:23:32
So, out of curiosity, if one wanted to mod a Model F to, say, the HHKB layout, you would just need to move around stabilisers and springs so you have enough keys? It wouldn't require doing any destructive/irreversible modifications?

Well you'd need a kishsaver with a split backspace. I think that you can convert a normal kish but I'm not totally sure if the short shift is possible. This is what it'd look like. Photo cred goes to Snoopy.

(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d6/27/f4/d627f456cd76b34d62ab2c0cddefdcd7.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Thu, 02 April 2015, 04:34:01
Oh, I just meant the main cluster, not the size. Particularly the 1.5 backspace and the two 1u keys above it.

That Kish you linked is my dream keyboard.

Edit: What do you mean by split backspace?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Joey Quinn on Thu, 02 April 2015, 04:53:22
Edit: What do you mean by split backspace?

2 1u keys where backspace would go instead of the 2u that's normally there.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Thu, 02 April 2015, 05:59:52
So, out of curiosity, if one wanted to mod a Model F to, say, the HHKB layout, you would just need to move around stabilisers and springs so you have enough keys? It wouldn't require doing any destructive/irreversible modifications?

Well you'd need a kishsaver with a split backspace. I think that you can convert a normal kish but I'm not totally sure if the short shift is possible. This is what it'd look like. Photo cred goes to Snoopy.

Show Image
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d6/27/f4/d627f456cd76b34d62ab2c0cddefdcd7.jpg)

Oh what I would give to have this thing... ummmmm.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: VesperSAINT on Thu, 02 April 2015, 10:53:35
I got an unsaver today.
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(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Oh god that is one sexy keyboard... The things I would do for one of those...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 02 April 2015, 11:31:04
So, out of curiosity, if one wanted to mod a Model F to, say, the HHKB layout, you would just need to move around stabilisers and springs so you have enough keys? It wouldn't require doing any destructive/irreversible modifications?

Well you'd need a kishsaver with a split backspace. I think that you can convert a normal kish but I'm not totally sure if the short shift is possible. This is what it'd look like. Photo cred goes to Snoopy.

Show Image
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d6/27/f4/d627f456cd76b34d62ab2c0cddefdcd7.jpg)


Split backspace is easy on a kishsaver (I believe they were this way stock), the split right shift is tricky.  You can definitely split it, and mine came stock split.  The catch is that rather than the 2.75 key being split to 1.75 | 1, it's split to 1 | 1.75, which puts the 1u fn right next to /? and the shift on the edge of the case (or you have a 1u shift in proper HHKB position and 1.75u fn).  Hope that makes sense.  I can take pics later if it helps.  :)

But in general, changing the layout on the kishsaver is crazy easy.  You literally just move the spring/hammer assemblies around.  Every barrel position in the plate has contacts on the PCB under it, even if the layout didn't have a key there (if that barrel was a stabilizer insert).  Then it's just a matter of programming, which is also easy with xwhatsit's controller.  Not sure if that makes any more sense than Touch_It's explanation, but again I can take pics if need be.   :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Thu, 02 April 2015, 11:40:38
And my newest aquisition :)

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Thu, 02 April 2015, 12:09:50
So, out of curiosity, if one wanted to mod a Model F to, say, the HHKB layout, you would just need to move around stabilisers and springs so you have enough keys? It wouldn't require doing any destructive/irreversible modifications?

Well you'd need a kishsaver with a split backspace. I think that you can convert a normal kish but I'm not totally sure if the short shift is possible. This is what it'd look like. Photo cred goes to Snoopy.

Show Image
(https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com/736x/d6/27/f4/d627f456cd76b34d62ab2c0cddefdcd7.jpg)


Split backspace is easy on a kishsaver (I believe they were this way stock), the split right shift is tricky.  You can definitely split it, and mine came stock split.  The catch is that rather than the 2.75 key being split to 1.75 | 1, it's split to 1 | 1.75, which puts the 1u fn right next to /? and the shift on the edge of the case (or you have a 1u shift in proper HHKB position and 1.75u fn).  Hope that makes sense.  I can take pics later if it helps.  :)

But in general, changing the layout on the kishsaver is crazy easy.  You literally just move the spring/hammer assemblies around.  Every barrel position in the plate has contacts on the PCB under it, even if the layout didn't have a key there (if that barrel was a stabilizer insert).  Then it's just a matter of programming, which is also easy with xwhatsit's controller.  Not sure if that makes any more sense than Touch_It's explanation, but again I can take pics if need be.   :thumb:

Makes perfect sense. I'd looked at it before, and considering how the stems are aligned on the BS right shift, as you said there's not really any way to get the Fn there. No reason it can't be placed on one of the keys below the right shift, of course.

I've been looking into the adaptability of the Model Fs tonight and it looks a lot easier than I initially thought it would be. I've bought an AT Model F that'll need some maintenance work done, and I intend to rearrange the layout into something more useful to me than the default setup. Just the normal rearranging shouldn't be a problem. I also want to do the spacebar mod I saw here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48288.0), but that seems a bit riskier.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 02 April 2015, 18:48:08
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)
IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)
IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)
IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 02 April 2015, 19:29:07
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:
Dirty boy, DIRTY BOY
And my newest aquisition :)
Omg you got that Soviet clone BS board?! Sweet!!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Thu, 02 April 2015, 19:49:58
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:
You get that from Cindy???
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 02 April 2015, 19:50:36
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:
You get that from Cindy???

Yessir!  :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 02 April 2015, 19:51:33
Yessir!  :D

It's pretty dirty. I think you're lying to us. You really got that from The_Beast right?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 02 April 2015, 19:54:00
Yessir!  :D

It's pretty dirty. I think you're lying to us. You really got that from The_Beast right?

Low blow alert!!

/me chuckles

 :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ApocalypseMaow on Thu, 02 April 2015, 20:15:18
Yessir!  :D

It's pretty dirty. I think you're lying to us. You really got that from The_Beast right?

Low blow alert!!

/me chuckles

 :))
Ouch... the sting.  :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 02 April 2015, 20:46:57
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jonathanyu on Fri, 03 April 2015, 00:25:20
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

 :'( you have everything now
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Fri, 03 April 2015, 04:04:01
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!

I got mine from Cindy, and it works. I plugged it in and tested all of the keys. She also includes a cable with every SSK. It's really a steal for $75 if you ask me.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 03 April 2015, 04:17:09
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!

I got mine from Cindy, and it works. I plugged it in and tested all of the keys. She also includes a cable with every SSK. It's really a steal for $75 if you ask me.

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Fri, 03 April 2015, 04:42:23
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!

I got mine from Cindy, and it works. I plugged it in and tested all of the keys. She also includes a cable with every SSK. It's really a steal for $75 if you ask me.

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)

A full set is guaranteed, but not the exact caps for the board. Missing caps are replaced with Model M caps. My SSK came missing the SSK I and + keys, so I don't have the sublegends. It looks strange on the I key. Unicomp said they can make a replacement, but I have to buy a full set of caps.. and I don't know how good their quality is going to be.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 03 April 2015, 05:55:02

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)

A full set is guaranteed, but not the exact caps for the board. Missing caps are replaced with Model M caps. My SSK came missing the SSK I and + keys, so I don't have the sublegends. It looks strange on the I key. Unicomp said they can make a replacement, but I have to buy a full set of caps.. and I don't know how good their quality is going to be.

Awww, that's a shame :(

At least you have a full set - it would be difficult to find the odd one or two replacement keycaps, SSK-specific or otherwise.

I hope you can eventually find some replacement SSK caps.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Fri, 03 April 2015, 06:43:18

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)

A full set is guaranteed, but not the exact caps for the board. Missing caps are replaced with Model M caps. My SSK came missing the SSK I and + keys, so I don't have the sublegends. It looks strange on the I key. Unicomp said they can make a replacement, but I have to buy a full set of caps.. and I don't know how good their quality is going to be.

Awww, that's a shame :(

At least you have a full set - it would be difficult to find the odd one or two replacement keycaps, SSK-specific or otherwise.

I hope you can eventually find some replacement SSK caps.

Yeah it does suck. Everyone I've spoken to doesn't have replacements. Phosphorglow wasn't sure if he had any replacements. Clickykeyboards said no, and Unicomp said buy a full set of our caps.

It could be an excuse to buy some of those neato APL keycaps from Unicomp though?

It's lame the one you got from her has a broken case Rowdy (I think that was you, anyway.). Did she give you a bit of a discount for that?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 03 April 2015, 07:53:53
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7616/16392001334_b1046759e1_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/qYvhUE) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7612/16828192129_2cbdf9c959_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rD3TeB) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Crystal Lake  <3
Show Image
(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7638/16988403856_5a107a4d28_k.jpg)

IBM SSK (https://flic.kr/p/rTd1AL) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/people/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

 :'( you have everything now

Still no F-77 though...  :(

Other than that, I'm quite content with my BS collection for the time being.  :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 03 April 2015, 13:20:59

Yeah it does suck. Everyone I've spoken to doesn't have replacements. Phosphorglow wasn't sure if he had any replacements. Clickykeyboards said no, and Unicomp said buy a full set of our caps.

It could be an excuse to buy some of those neato APL keycaps from Unicomp though?

It's lame the one you got from her has a broken case Rowdy (I think that was you, anyway.). Did she give you a bit of a discount for that?

The APL set looks pretty good. 
(http://i.imgur.com/9xhhN8b.jpg)

You can also see more here...
http://imgur.com/a/bBFuv
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Fri, 03 April 2015, 17:30:03
I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!

I got mine from Cindy, and it works. I plugged it in and tested all of the keys. She also includes a cable with every SSK. It's really a steal for $75 if you ask me.

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)

A full set is guaranteed, but not the exact caps for the board. Missing caps are replaced with Model M caps. My SSK came missing the SSK I and + keys, so I don't have the sublegends. It looks strange on the I key. Unicomp said they can make a replacement, but I have to buy a full set of caps.. and I don't know how good their quality is going to be.

I got a replacement set from Unicomp for SSK, but I only use the alpha/numeric keys. The rest are from other model M/F keyboard. I noticed a difference in the printing when the set first arrived but since using them for a few months now they just seem normal. The embedded number pad looks quite good actually, it is a light grey (if I had a good camera I would take some comparison photos but I don't so I could only bring potatoes to the party).
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 04 April 2015, 00:59:59
Work in progress

(http://i.imgur.com/WgJbhgN.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:00:40
Mmmm 107 goodness
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:01:24
Mmmm 107 goodness

F AT, not 107
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:03:06
Oh ****, lol must be past my bed time lol.  How embarrassing.  Night!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:21:36
Work in progress

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What are you going to do with it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:33:31
Getting mounted in my keyboard tray without a case.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 04 April 2015, 01:43:38

Yeah it does suck. Everyone I've spoken to doesn't have replacements. Phosphorglow wasn't sure if he had any replacements. Clickykeyboards said no, and Unicomp said buy a full set of our caps.

It could be an excuse to buy some of those neato APL keycaps from Unicomp though?

It's lame the one you got from her has a broken case Rowdy (I think that was you, anyway.). Did she give you a bit of a discount for that?

The APL set looks pretty good. 
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You can also see more here...
http://imgur.com/a/bBFuv


That does look pretty good, thanks for the link Snowdog!


I finally have an SSK   ^-^

Now I just need to clean it...   :rolleyes:

What are you waiting for?  I'd like to know if it is actually working.  Did you get an SDL cable with it or have one handy to find out?  Oh and just using dish soap with oxyclean works pretty good.  Be sure the keys are dry when you put them back on!!!
  I can't wait to see it when it's sparkling!  Great catch Hoff!

I got mine from Cindy, and it works. I plugged it in and tested all of the keys. She also includes a cable with every SSK. It's really a steal for $75 if you ask me.

I believe that all keycaps included is also guaranteed :)

A full set is guaranteed, but not the exact caps for the board. Missing caps are replaced with Model M caps. My SSK came missing the SSK I and + keys, so I don't have the sublegends. It looks strange on the I key. Unicomp said they can make a replacement, but I have to buy a full set of caps.. and I don't know how good their quality is going to be.

I got a replacement set from Unicomp for SSK, but I only use the alpha/numeric keys. The rest are from other model M/F keyboard. I noticed a difference in the printing when the set first arrived but since using them for a few months now they just seem normal. The embedded number pad looks quite good actually, it is a light grey (if I had a good camera I would take some comparison photos but I don't so I could only bring potatoes to the party).

I think I know the light grey you're talking about, my stock SSK keys have a light grey embedded numpad too. So the printing is reasonably sharp? Are there any crooked prints? I have a cap from them that says GEEK HACK but both words are tilted at an angle. .-.

Thanks for your help! I feel better about a Unicomp set. How well do the alphas match the old alphas? I'd like to maybe keep it all original and just use the I/5 key with the originals. Would it look off?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 04 April 2015, 02:44:32
Yeah it does suck. Everyone I've spoken to doesn't have replacements. Phosphorglow wasn't sure if he had any replacements. Clickykeyboards said no, and Unicomp said buy a full set of our caps.

It could be an excuse to buy some of those neato APL keycaps from Unicomp though?

It's lame the one you got from her has a broken case Rowdy (I think that was you, anyway.). Did she give you a bit of a discount for that?

Could be a long-term project for you to replace all the keycaps.  I'm the same with one of my full size Model M - I could pay a relatively large amount of money to buy them from Unicomp, or just wait and get a few at a time when the opportunity presents.  So far I have acquired about 6 of the missing keycaps.

The little bit of missing case doesn't seem to affect the stability of the case - it stays clamped together at the front very well.  And I don't know if I got any extra discount, this one was $75, which is what I think everyone else was paying for used SSKs in various condition.

Mine has actually cleaned up pretty well, considering.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 04 April 2015, 03:05:41

I think I know the light grey you're talking about, my stock SSK keys have a light grey embedded numpad too. So the printing is reasonably sharp? Are there any crooked prints? I have a cap from them that says GEEK HACK but both words are tilted at an angle. .-.

Thanks for your help! I feel better about a Unicomp set. How well do the alphas match the old alphas? I'd like to maybe keep it all original and just use the I/5 key with the originals. Would it look off?

Been trying to get this to post for a while now. I took some comparison shots, on the left is the original and on the right is the Unicomp key. I personally would not mix Unicomp keys with my originals as it is really noticeable. I think the printing is pretty good they are just different.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 04 April 2015, 03:39:16
Those Unicomp ones, although different, are probably closer to the originals than the non-SSK variants.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 04 April 2015, 03:58:27
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Sat, 04 April 2015, 05:19:58
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Love those fishbone keys :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sat, 04 April 2015, 05:26:27
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Love those fishbone keys :)

I ended up buying a whole keyboard just to get them  :-[
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 04 April 2015, 06:01:23
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Love those fishbone keys :)

I ended up buying a whole keyboard just to get them  :-[

Dedication ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 04 April 2015, 07:31:30

I think I know the light grey you're talking about, my stock SSK keys have a light grey embedded numpad too. So the printing is reasonably sharp? Are there any crooked prints? I have a cap from them that says GEEK HACK but both words are tilted at an angle. .-.

Thanks for your help! I feel better about a Unicomp set. How well do the alphas match the old alphas? I'd like to maybe keep it all original and just use the I/5 key with the originals. Would it look off?

Been trying to get this to post for a while now. I took some comparison shots, on the left is the original and on the right is the Unicomp key. I personally would not mix Unicomp keys with my originals as it is really noticeable. I think the printing is pretty good they are just different.

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Thanks for the photos, that's really helpful!  :thumb:

They do look pretty good, maybe just a little bit fuzzier dyesubbing than the original IBMs. My original caps don't have the bold dark sublegends like yours though, so maybe they would match better. I might end up buying their replacement keyset.

Thanks again!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 04 April 2015, 08:50:28
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 04 April 2015, 08:55:47
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.

I contacted them to ask about getting individual keys, but that's a no. They just point you to here:

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET)

You put in your part number and they will make you a replica set.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Sat, 04 April 2015, 09:02:57
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.

I contacted them to ask about getting individual keys, but that's a no. They just point you to here:

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET)

You put in your part number and they will make you a replica set.
Hey meow
How goes it man. Sorry about the Semi bad news about your board. I mean like you  and others have said you can get a new one from unicomp made. I don't think the custom key set comes with the space bar though through unicomp. Anyways my SSK comes on Monday . I'm super excited and crossing my fingers for a unit with little to no damage . I have already contacted phosphorglow to discuss restoration within 4-6 weeks I should have a fully working and restored SSK ! (That is if my board comes comes in not completely destroyed) anyways please post some pics when you get your board figured out. Also meow I'm going to PM you later on today as I have a slight dilemma with one of my gaming pcs and could use your opinion! Anyways cheers guys
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 04 April 2015, 09:23:33
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.

I contacted them to ask about getting individual keys, but that's a no. They just point you to here:

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET)

You put in your part number and they will make you a replica set.
What part number? The SSK part number (1391472)?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Sat, 04 April 2015, 09:46:03
So do they not do actual custom sets at all? That's disappointing.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 04 April 2015, 10:02:15
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.

I contacted them to ask about getting individual keys, but that's a no. They just point you to here:

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET)

You put in your part number and they will make you a replica set.
What part number? The SSK part number (1391472)?

Yes, that is what you would do.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 04 April 2015, 10:11:33
So do you have to contact Unicomp to get an SSK key set?  They don't show it in the store.

I contacted them to ask about getting individual keys, but that's a no. They just point you to here:

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET (http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Buttons/CPSET)

You put in your part number and they will make you a replica set.
Hey meow
How goes it man. Sorry about the Semi bad news about your board. I mean like you  and others have said you can get a new one from unicomp made. I don't think the custom key set comes with the space bar though through unicomp. Anyways my SSK comes on Monday . I'm super excited and crossing my fingers for a unit with little to no damage . I have already contacted phosphorglow to discuss restoration within 4-6 weeks I should have a fully working and restored SSK ! (That is if my board comes comes in not completely destroyed) anyways please post some pics when you get your board figured out. Also meow I'm going to PM you later on today as I have a slight dilemma with one of my gaming pcs and could use your opinion! Anyways cheers guys

I just paid Phosphorglow for my restoration this morning! I'm super excited to get it shipped out to him. Can't wait to see what he can do with it.

Yeah, no space bars by the looks of it. But they only cost a few dollars for a matching Unicomp spacebar. Unicomps shipping REALLY sucks for international though, but last time I ordered through them I asked specifically for cheaper shipping and they hooked me up with $8 shipping instead of $22 shipping for a WASD and RGB set and a few single keys.

You should end up with something pretty decent, I think Cindy mentioned that only one or two had broken cases and Rowdy ended up with one. Aside from a broken case, I think Phosphorglow can restore just about anything; from looking at his site it seems like he's brought boards back to life that were in way worse shape than the ones Cindy has.

Feel free to PM me whenever, I'll see if I can help!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 04 April 2015, 16:33:11
Hey Rowdy if I end up replacing my keys with Unicomp keys I'll let you have any of the originals you may need. Just pay shipping from the US.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 05 April 2015, 05:36:23
Hey Rowdy if I end up replacing my keys with Unicomp keys I'll let you have any of the originals you may need. Just pay shipping from the US.

For my latest SSK I think I'm right.  I/m pretty sure all the SSK-specific keys are here.

I do still need a few assorted keycaps for my other full size Model M, if that's what you were referring to :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sun, 05 April 2015, 06:49:43
Hey Rowdy if I end up replacing my keys with Unicomp keys I'll let you have any of the originals you may need. Just pay shipping from the US.

For my latest SSK I think I'm right.  I/m pretty sure all the SSK-specific keys are here.

I do still need a few assorted keycaps for my other full size Model M, if that's what you were referring to :)
I thought you meant the SSK. Unfortunately for you my full size M is all set so I don't need to replace those keys.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Ludovician on Sun, 05 April 2015, 07:07:06
Rowdy, I need to make an order from Unicomp, so if you need any keys I'd be happy to add them to my order and post them to you. Alternatively, trievalot sells replacement Model M caps on ebay, although availability would be limited.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 06 April 2015, 05:20:21
Rowdy, I need to make an order from Unicomp, so if you need any keys I'd be happy to add them to my order and post them to you. Alternatively, trievalot sells replacement Model M caps on ebay, although availability would be limited.

That sounds like a good idea.  trievalot does not have all the keys I need, and including postage would be about the same as ordering from Unicomp.  Plus I might get an RGB set from Unicomp at the same time.

I'll PM you :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Mon, 06 April 2015, 10:55:42
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 14 April 2015, 15:46:21
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

IBM Ms fit in a USPS Flat Rate Board Game Box. $18 with up to 70 lbs shipping. Weight isn't really an issue with boards unless we're talking like Chyron boards or a Beamspring.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Tue, 14 April 2015, 22:00:55
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

IBM Ms fit in a USPS Flat Rate Board Game Box. $18 with up to 70 lbs shipping. Weight isn't really an issue with boards unless we're talking like Chyron boards or a Beamspring.
I just found that out lol and ya that's what mine cost to send ($18)I think meows in Canada though so I'm not sure if shipping is different there.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 April 2015, 23:00:34
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

IBM Ms fit in a USPS Flat Rate Board Game Box. $18 with up to 70 lbs shipping. Weight isn't really an issue with boards unless we're talking like Chyron boards or a Beamspring.
I just found that out lol and ya that's what mine cost to send ($18)I think meows in Canada though so I'm not sure if shipping is different there.

You lot don't know how lucky you are with cheap shipping.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Wed, 15 April 2015, 01:14:45
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

IBM Ms fit in a USPS Flat Rate Board Game Box. $18 with up to 70 lbs shipping. Weight isn't really an issue with boards unless we're talking like Chyron boards or a Beamspring.
I just found that out lol and ya that's what mine cost to send ($18)I think meows in Canada though so I'm not sure if shipping is different there.

You lot don't know how lucky you are with cheap shipping.

#whenpostagecostmorethanyourboardandthenyoupaylikeanextra25percentbecauseoftheexchangerate
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Wed, 15 April 2015, 01:23:46
Meow
You must be stoked to have sent your board. Unfortunately these old IBMs are heavy shipping must have been a pretty big hit ughhh although Maxx's services seem very reasonably priced to me so that's good. Did you opt for the works as far as options go Bolt modding,USB mod, Caps lock ,scroll and num LEDs and colored underlay? I should be getting my Board from Cindy today and I'm going to try and ship out by Wednesday at the latest. Exciting stuff man you better post some pics when your baby gets back 8) ! Congrats again and hopefully you have a great week.

I had him do everything but the USB mod (I prefer PS/2, saves me a valuable USB port for some more flight sim equipment..), all in blue. Should look great!  :thumb:

It should arrive at his place tomorrow!  ;D
Title: Transformation of 1395162 into 1391401!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 19 April 2015, 23:53:08
Start out with a 1395162 keyboard.  Open up the chassis and pull out the controller and cable.

(http://i.imgur.com/MVe2HaX.jpg)

Find a 1398011 controller.  (A controller from a 1391401 keyboard.)  (About $20)

(http://i.imgur.com/OcJDvKW.jpg)

Replace the controller with the new controller, attach the cables to the controller.
Fully functional keyboard as it sits.
Edit: You can also order a replacement SDL detachable cable from Unicomp for $15, or buy one of Orihalcon's SDL to USB cables.

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Cables/1395110

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEIGE-USB-to-SDL-6-Pin-6ft-IBM-Lexmark-Unicomp-Model-M-Clicky-Keyboard-Cable-NEW-/271470078682

(http://i.imgur.com/J6bAlBT.jpg)

If you feel ambitious enough, get a LED Overlay from Unicomp ($1.50).  And get the LED assembly by ordering a Membrane assembly and putting in "LED Asm P/N 13N3297" for the part number.  ($10)
Attach a 4-Pin header to pins 9-12 on the controller and 1-4 on the LED panel.

(http://i.imgur.com/Bdt5db9.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ITkL6Hp.jpg)

You will need to drill out the holes for the LED lights to shine through.  Carefully line up the LED Overlay where you would put it, and mark the center of where each LED is.  (I use a black marker pen and make a + sign where each one goes.  I also use a hot tip from a soldering iron and make a small indentation in the plastic for a guide for the drill bit.)  Drill the 3 holes.  Smooth the burrs and put the LED Overlay in place.

(http://i.imgur.com/WKuinGj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/EJMOz51.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/cZPUzuy.jpg)

Project is finished.  The keyboard looks and functions exactly like a 1391401, and you have a layout identical to one as well.  (The only minor difference is the +z on the + key on the numpad, and the Setup underneath the - key on the numpad.  Kinda cool looking, actually.)

(http://i.imgur.com/JEcmlgV.jpg)

This is just a fun project to me, but I thought I would share how it's all done.  I'm sure someone will find it useful in the future.  Those terminal boards are a good deal, but take into consideration the cost of doing this project as well if you decide to get one.  Enjoy!

Edit: I went and found some more pictures to illustrate how the panel is done.  They may not be from that particular keyboard, however.
Title: Re: Transformation of 1395162 into 1391401!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 20 April 2015, 07:29:21
Start out with a 1395162 keyboard.  Open up the chassis and pull out the controller and cable.

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(http://i.imgur.com/MVe2HaX.jpg)


Find a 1398011 controller.  (A controller from a 1391401 keyboard.)  (About $20)

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(http://i.imgur.com/OcJDvKW.jpg)


Replace the controller with the new controller, attach the cables to the controller.
Fully functional keyboard as it sits.
Edit: You can also order a replacement SDL detachable cable from Unicomp for $15, or buy one of Orihalcon's SDL to USB cables.

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Cables/1395110

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEIGE-USB-to-SDL-6-Pin-6ft-IBM-Lexmark-Unicomp-Model-M-Clicky-Keyboard-Cable-NEW-/271470078682

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J6bAlBT.jpg)


If you feel ambitious enough, get a LED Overlay from Unicomp ($1.50).  And get the LED assembly by ordering a Membrane assembly and putting in "LED Asm P/N 13N3297" for the part number.  ($10)
Attach a 4-Pin header to pins 9-12 on the controller and 1-4 on the LED panel.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Bdt5db9.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ITkL6Hp.jpg)


You will need to drill out the holes for the LED lights to shine through.  Carefully line up the LED Overlay where you would put it, and mark the center of where each LED is.  (I use a black marker pen and make a + sign where each one goes.  I also use a hot tip from a soldering iron and make a small indentation in the plastic for a guide for the drill bit.)  Drill the 3 holes.  Smooth the burrs and put the LED Overlay in place.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/JEcmlgV.jpg)


Project is finished.  The keyboard looks and functions exactly like a 1391401, and you have a layout identical to one as well.  (The only minor difference is the +z on the + key on the numpad, and the Setup underneath the - key on the numpad.  Kinda cool looking, actually.)

This is just a fun project to me, but I thought I would share how it's all done.  I'm sure someone will find it useful in the future.  Those terminal boards are a good deal, but take into consideration the cost of doing this project as well if you decide to get one.  Enjoy!

Huh, that's cool. Didn't realize you could hot swap the controllers like that. Was thinking of using a Soarers for my Terminal M but now I've got options. :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Khers on Mon, 20 April 2015, 07:45:53
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Belfong on Mon, 20 April 2015, 07:49:44

Two SSKs:

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Whoa! Super cool!
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Post by: Khers on Mon, 20 April 2015, 09:32:34
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Mon, 20 April 2015, 10:06:51
Two SSKs:

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The large nap of your carpeting makes these look like tiny Barbie keyboards.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Khers on Mon, 20 April 2015, 10:28:02
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sun, 26 April 2015, 02:15:03
Have just finished bolt (screw) modding, new springs that feel much better. Gave it a clean good to go.

New Unicomp LED overlay is eating at my OCD. Its not straight and you can see plastic through the window. It would also be all black but I don't have the proper black space bar or enough keys to do ctrl alt.


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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 26 April 2015, 02:47:47
Have just finished bolt (screw) modding, new springs that feel much better. Gave it a clean good to go.

New Unicomp LED overlay is eating at my OCD. Its not straight and you can see plastic through the window. It would also be all black but I don't have the proper black space bar or enough keys to do ctrl alt.


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Razor knife (or blade).  Extend the blade the height of the sticker and work under the overlay gently until you get it off.  It's not too hard to do, but be delicate when you do it.

Did you bolt mod the original industrial?  Nice job!  I wasn't sure if you modified your other keyboard to ANSI with a bolt mod or ?

Did you want to go entirely black or maybe go all purple as the secondary color?  That would be pretty cool.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sun, 26 April 2015, 03:04:24
Have just finished bolt (screw) modding, new springs that feel much better. Gave it a clean good to go.

New Unicomp LED overlay is eating at my OCD. Its not straight and you can see plastic through the window. It would also be all black but I don't have the proper black space bar or enough keys to do ctrl alt.


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Razor knife (or blade).  Extend the blade the height of the sticker and work under the overlay gently until you get it off.  It's not too hard to do, but be delicate when you do it.

Did you bolt mod the original industrial?  Nice job!  I wasn't sure if you modified your other keyboard to ANSI with a bolt mod or ?

Did you want to go entirely black or maybe go all purple as the secondary color?  That would be pretty cool.

The problem is that the clear bit on the LED panel extends over where the LED hole in the keyboard ends. Because it is an Industrial I am not game to drill into the case to get rid of the plastic that you can see, as it would be damaging the board.

I ended up cleaning the original internals of the industrial and putting in new springs. It cleaned up pretty well. I also used some double sided tape to layer over where the knobs are which hold the top part of the sandwich (the bits which got guillotined off during transport). This stopped the internals sliding around when flipped and such.

I was going to go with all black just to keep it simple, I had those purple arrow keys sitting around so decided to add some colour.

I am going to get some new springs and ANSI mod that other board, so will most likely get the rest of the black keys when I do that. I do like purple so we will see what happens when I place an order with Unicomp.

Funny thing is, I like the look of the industrial but I miss the SSK already and want to reinstall it as my daily driver..... that needs a bolt mod also.

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 28 April 2015, 12:21:52
Have just finished bolt (screw) modding, new springs that feel much better. Gave it a clean good to go.

New Unicomp LED overlay is eating at my OCD. Its not straight and you can see plastic through the window. It would also be all black but I don't have the proper black space bar or enough keys to do ctrl alt.


(Attachment Link)

Razor knife (or blade).  Extend the blade the height of the sticker and work under the overlay gently until you get it off.  It's not too hard to do, but be delicate when you do it.

Did you bolt mod the original industrial?  Nice job!  I wasn't sure if you modified your other keyboard to ANSI with a bolt mod or ?

Did you want to go entirely black or maybe go all purple as the secondary color?  That would be pretty cool.

The problem is that the clear bit on the LED panel extends over where the LED hole in the keyboard ends. Because it is an Industrial I am not game to drill into the case to get rid of the plastic that you can see, as it would be damaging the board.

I ended up cleaning the original internals of the industrial and putting in new springs. It cleaned up pretty well. I also used some double sided tape to layer over where the knobs are which hold the top part of the sandwich (the bits which got guillotined off during transport). This stopped the internals sliding around when flipped and such.

I was going to go with all black just to keep it simple, I had those purple arrow keys sitting around so decided to add some colour.

I am going to get some new springs and ANSI mod that other board, so will most likely get the rest of the black keys when I do that. I do like purple so we will see what happens when I place an order with Unicomp.

Funny thing is, I like the look of the industrial but I miss the SSK already and want to reinstall it as my daily driver..... that needs a bolt mod also.

The removal of the keyboard LED overlay would allow you to re-align the holes to the indicator.  You just carefully remove it and replace it back correctly.  It's not too hard to do, just take your time.

The double-sided tape is a pretty good idea.  As long as the assembly doesn't move, you're good.

I kinda like legends to find my way around sometimes.  I tend to forget the shift of what is for what.  I usually look when that happens.  Most of the time I am okay.  Hunt and peck if I miss.  Perhaps maybe someday there will be someone that will actually produce white legends on black keys for the model M keyboards again.  It would be nice to see.  (I'd prefer double-shot if that were going to happen, maybe an IBM Selectric type font on it too.)

Are you going to bolt-mod both your other keyboards?  That would be really cool.  I'm definitely not an expert at that.  I leave that to Phosphorglow to be honest.  I'm better at the simpler projects.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Venatorious on Tue, 28 April 2015, 14:30:11



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(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5573/14927757436_e29f10f01b_o.jpg)

Right to left.

Top row 2* IBM "unsaver" model F, IBM "pingmaster" japanese keyboard (in box), "Rubber dome M 101
next row: "oldest known" 122-key model F, KB assembly has been replaced with a NIB one (rest of KB is in a box)
Next row: IBM DIsplaywriter keyboard, IBM correcting selectric II, IBM dome 122-key (in box), PC/XT model F (in foam)
next row: IBM 3278 keyboard
Next row IBM 3178 keyboard, IBM wheelwriter 10 series 2 (boltmodded), IBM AT model F
next row: M13
next row: IBM terminal KB (parts unit), unicomp 104-key, AT&T KB305 terminal emulator variant (the buckling spring at&t board)
next row: IBM 4704-200, 2* IBM 4704-100, 1390120, IBM LPFK (cherry M8 switches)

In the corner are my lightsaver and ergodox half gamepad.

That's all the IBM I could find.

Edit: missing 2 wheelwriter keyboards I have in a box somewhere.

Looks like a very good collection, I hope to see an unsaver soon.  I am intrigued by the "pingmaster" keyboard. Audio perhaps?


You can't just not show us the red LEDs, man!

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:)

hnnnggggg   Looks so dam gud

Thank you, M13, for your sacrifice.

1390131 internals; industrial case; keycaps, logo badge and LED cover from M13 case.

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This was a really good choice. Everything goes well together and looks amazing.  :thumb:  Its a shame that the legends on the M13 are pad printed, if the legends were say laser engraved I might want some for my keyboard.

My simple Model M... Nothing special like you guys but I still love it :P I really hope to own a SSK one day...

Thank you to ComradeSniper for this baby ~

Daytime:

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Nighttime:

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Simple is not always bad. I like how you captured this model M, enjoyed viewing the pictures.

Low light picture.

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Oh my, that looks quite like a keyboard fit for the gods. I don't even like 60% that much, but the kish is so amazing in its form and build that it still makes me wow every time I see one.

My oldest industrial
(Attachment Link)
here is a shot of the label
(Attachment Link)

Wanting that black logo...

Start out with a 1395162 keyboard.  Open up the chassis and pull out the controller and cable.

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(http://i.imgur.com/MVe2HaX.jpg)


Find a 1398011 controller.  (A controller from a 1391401 keyboard.)  (About $20)

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(http://i.imgur.com/OcJDvKW.jpg)


Replace the controller with the new controller, attach the cables to the controller.
Fully functional keyboard as it sits.
Edit: You can also order a replacement SDL detachable cable from Unicomp for $15, or buy one of Orihalcon's SDL to USB cables.

http://www.pckeyboard.com/page/Cables/1395110

http://www.ebay.com/itm/BEIGE-USB-to-SDL-6-Pin-6ft-IBM-Lexmark-Unicomp-Model-M-Clicky-Keyboard-Cable-NEW-/271470078682

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If you feel ambitious enough, get a LED Overlay from Unicomp ($1.50).  And get the LED assembly by ordering a Membrane assembly and putting in "LED Asm P/N 13N3297" for the part number.  ($10)
Attach a 4-Pin header to pins 9-12 on the controller and 1-4 on the LED panel.

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(http://i.imgur.com/Bdt5db9.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/ITkL6Hp.jpg)


You will need to drill out the holes for the LED lights to shine through.  Carefully line up the LED Overlay where you would put it, and mark the center of where each LED is.  (I use a black marker pen and make a + sign where each one goes.  I also use a hot tip from a soldering iron and make a small indentation in the plastic for a guide for the drill bit.)  Drill the 3 holes.  Smooth the burrs and put the LED Overlay in place.

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(http://i.imgur.com/JEcmlgV.jpg)


Project is finished.  The keyboard looks and functions exactly like a 1391401, and you have a layout identical to one as well.  (The only minor difference is the +z on the + key on the numpad, and the Setup underneath the - key on the numpad.  Kinda cool looking, actually.)

This is just a fun project to me, but I thought I would share how it's all done.  I'm sure someone will find it useful in the future.  Those terminal boards are a good deal, but take into consideration the cost of doing this project as well if you decide to get one.  Enjoy!

I had no idea you could do this, and it looks like a lot less work than just doing a Teensy and maybe less cost.

I got an unsaver today.
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(http://i.imgur.com/ln6nvR8.jpg)


Did you get this one from Ellipse? I think I saw you on DT.

Just got this back from the powdercoater.
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(https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7626/16828757516_99288359af_o.jpg)


I'm still deciding on what keycaps I want with it and figuring out how to program the DPH (when I installed it, the Xwhatsit wasn't 100% working with the 107)

That looks amazing. Is it like gunmetal gray? Looks like the inside barrel of a gun. Much respect.

Forget your dinky little plastic membrane model Ms, here's a real BS keyboard:

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(http://www.iankunx.net/f107left.jpg)

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This thing is beast beyond all belief, and the size of a small whale. <3

Those original banking IBM terminal keys are spectacular.









I need to get some good pics of my ANSI modded F122, I might post them later.

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 28 April 2015, 20:31:14
I have more pictures in my Imgur album now.
http://snowdog993.imgur.com/
It's well worth the look around.
More
(http://i.imgur.com/2zJ6Nv6.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Fri, 01 May 2015, 22:18:04

The removal of the keyboard LED overlay would allow you to re-align the holes to the indicator.  You just carefully remove it and replace it back correctly.  It's not too hard to do, just take your time.

Are you going to bolt-mod both your other keyboards?  That would be really cool.  I'm definitely not an expert at that.  I leave that to Phosphorglow to be honest.  I'm better at the simpler projects.

The holes for the LEDs and the clear windows in the overlay don't align because of factory manufacturing, the overlay itself is sitting in the overlay groove perfectly. It wouldn't fix it by peeling it off and realigning.

as a matter of fact I just finished bolt (screw) modding and converting to ANSI the French-Canadian Model M, I also changed out the LEDs for orange.

The key caps will eventually be standard once I get around to cleaning up the spares I have, so for the moment its a bit of a key cap mix.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 02 May 2015, 10:40:41
The LEDs and the clear windows in the overlay don't align because of factory manufacturing, the overlay itself is sitting in the overlay groove perfectly. It wouldn't fix it by peeling it off and realigning.

as a matter of fact I just finished bolt (screw) modding and converting to ANSI the French-Canadian Model M, I also changed out the LEDs for orange.

The key caps will eventually be standard once I get around to cleaning up the spares I have, so for the moment its a bit of a key cap mix.


Oh man, I thought it was just an alignment problem.  That's a shame.  Maybe it's just a bit of plastic, like a burr or something you can fish out?  Aww.

I do like the Orange LED mod.  Very cool, and I do like your converting it to ANSI.  Your bolt mod was successful!  Better than I can say.  I'm very impressed!

Have you decided what caps you are going to put on it?  I did get the APL set from Unicomp but had a few keys which they did replace for me that were out of alignment.  That is a pretty set.  I still ordered 3 new End keys because it didn't align with the Delete key.  I finally have the set, and I boxed it back for a future keyboard.

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http://imgur.com/a/bBFuv


This is my playing around and finishing the APL and then finally putting the stock caps back on. That keyboard was used by my nephew and I felt he would be lost with the stock caps.  He just used it until he got his keyboard back from Phosphorglow.  (BTW that keyboard turned out NICE!)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 09 May 2015, 00:39:29
1391401 *For reference.
(http://i.imgur.com/yvJboz9.jpg)

Converted Terminal Boards:
Just the controller is swapped to a regular 1391401 SDL controller.  That's it!

1395162
(http://i.imgur.com/JEcmlgV.jpg)

1394204 With Unicomp APL keyset (So my nephew wouldn't be confused by legends)
*Notice the blank key below the + on the numpad.  (Reserved)
(http://i.imgur.com/9xhhN8b.jpg)

1394204  Back to normal now.
(http://i.imgur.com/r15SxCG.jpg)

1395665
(http://i.imgur.com/XpEAJla.jpg)

1392595 "Weirdo" (e29 coincidence)
(http://i.imgur.com/wNl7NJh.jpg)

1392595
(http://i.imgur.com/JpdGegy.jpg)

All successful.  If you are wondering about the keys above the enter key on the numpad, the key above the enter key actually is read as "reserved" by the controller.  Above the "reserved" key is the + key and above that the - key.
Regardless of the legends on the keys, it's just a regular 1391401. 

The 1395162 is an almost exact match to a 1391401.  That keyboard (for the legends) would be the best one for the conversion.  (Or just replace the legends if you can't stand terminal legends)  But why do that?  They are all awesome!
Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Sun, 10 May 2015, 22:53:53
My 1390131 barcode label M.  Sucky pics.  More to come later.  Same with my model F 122 key.

Ps my pics suck compared to snowdogs' :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 11 May 2015, 00:33:03
Your pictures are just fine Touch_It. 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 22 May 2015, 00:06:57
A couple more to show.

IBM SSK Phosphorglow Restoration:
(http://i.imgur.com/eCnFfBZ.jpg)

IBM Trackpoint M13 brought back to life by Phosphorglow:
(http://i.imgur.com/ujkAbvT.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Fri, 22 May 2015, 08:16:26
A couple more to show.

IBM SSK Phosphorglow Restoration:
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(http://i.imgur.com/FGBs2pw.jpg)


IBM Trackpoint M13 brought back to life by Phosphorglow:
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(http://i.imgur.com/ujkAbvT.jpg)


Stop making me want a trackpoint.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 22 May 2015, 08:52:17
A couple more to show.

IBM SSK Phosphorglow Restoration:
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(http://i.imgur.com/FGBs2pw.jpg)


IBM Trackpoint M13 brought back to life by Phosphorglow:
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(http://i.imgur.com/ujkAbvT.jpg)


Stop making me want a trackpoint.

+1

Those are some great looking boards, snowdog.   :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Belfong on Fri, 22 May 2015, 21:55:35
That Track Point is just so deliciously nice!

I didn’t even know such a model exists.

Anyway, my humble SSK.
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/22/d5dd8b765babc73311043e5b72369eed.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: meow a cat on Sat, 23 May 2015, 02:17:49
My IBM Model F PC-AT. Stock, but about as close to new as it could get. Almost rust-free plate, and very clean. Running it with an Orihalcon Soarers converter.

(http://i.imgur.com/JMN7SB4.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/zuCVbIK.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/CRbeMid.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 27 May 2015, 14:24:11
I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

(http://i.imgur.com/95PJpw2.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 28 May 2015, 08:28:54
I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

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Blue label + Blue underlay = Blue-tiful
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 28 May 2015, 10:07:34
I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

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(http://i.imgur.com/95PJpw2.jpg)


Blue label + Blue underlay = Blue-tiful

Yeah, that looks really nice.   :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2015, 10:19:56
I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

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(http://i.imgur.com/95PJpw2.jpg)


Blue label + Blue underlay = Blue-tiful

Yeah, that looks really nice.   :thumb:

Yep!  Now that he has his keyboard back, I believe I will finish up on the keyboard he was using and do the LED mod on both the 1394204 and 1395665 keyboards.  I like having the status lights better.  I have ordered the LED panels and overlays for them.
It's not that I can't use some software for the status on the screen.  I find myself checking most of the time on the keyboard itself.  Old habits die hard I suppose.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2015, 10:35:12
Oh yeah!  I almost forgot about this one! 

(http://i.imgur.com/Fq9oeKS.jpg)

I definitely want to go ANSI here!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Venatorious on Thu, 28 May 2015, 13:36:11
Oh yeah!  I almost forgot about this one! 

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I definitely want to go ANSI here!

Yeah I love my ANSI F122.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 28 May 2015, 18:55:31
In the foreground is a Unicomp PC-122 that I'm tearing apart and turning into an Unsaver. I'm still not sure how I'm going to weld the plastic case back together, but that didn't stop me from sawing it in half. You can see how I've removed all the unnecessary traces from the mylar membranes and separated them with a sheet of paper to prevent false triggers. I removed the extra so it would be easier to bend back behind the board. I can't think of another way to do this... I'm saving all the unused bits in case one day I decide to build a BS numpad with a custom case.

In the background is its brother, an identical PC-122 that's been screw-modded and ANSI-converted. The beige keys are donors from another Model M until I finalize a layout for the monster board and order replacement caps from Unicomp.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Thu, 28 May 2015, 20:36:20
My desk is dusty...don't mind the potatoes.  ^-^

(http://i.imgur.com/nZnypHp.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/F9uNJ2Z.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 28 May 2015, 20:39:06
My desk is dusty...don't mind the potatoes.  ^-^

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I've never seen one unpainted before. Looks awesome with that brushed finish.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 28 May 2015, 20:53:16

I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

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(http://i.imgur.com/95PJpw2.jpg)


I know blue labels aren't the most desired, but I think they make a strong case for being the best looking.  That is a beautiful restore job and the underlay compliments it quite well.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 29 May 2015, 11:06:06

I keep mentioning my nephew's keyboard, but never got the chance to post it.
Blue Label 1391401, beautifully restored by Phosphorglow.

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(http://i.imgur.com/95PJpw2.jpg)


I know blue labels aren't the most desired, but I think they make a strong case for being the best looking.  That is a beautiful restore job and the underlay compliments it quite well.

His keyboard is on the Phosphorglow website too:
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http://phosphorglow.net/2015/05/26/122/


I was going to mention I do have one very similar to his too.
This is the 1370477: (Same as 1391401 except it has single-piece keys.)
(http://i.imgur.com/4QPt2V6.jpg)
More
http://phosphorglow.net/2015/05/26/96/

They both are amazing looking!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nickheller on Fri, 29 May 2015, 11:15:49
Here is my 1987 SSK that I posted in the Space Saver Club thread, it is in pretty good shape, only thing wrong with it is one of the little plastic studs that holds the top of the plate close to the screw holes is broken off. I will hopefully be sending it to Phosphorglow soon to have the rivets replaced.

(http://i.imgur.com/H5I5n6W.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/qaLZIjS.jpg)


It not being there does not hurt it too much, If I push up on the print screen key I can move the plate thing forward a little bit on that side but nothing too bad, still goes together fine :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 29 May 2015, 11:23:27
Here is my 1987 SSK that I posted in the Space Saver Club thread, it is in pretty good shape, only thing wrong with it is one of the little plastic studs that holds the top of the plate close to the screw holes is broken off. I will hopefully be sending it to Phosphorglow soon to have the rivets replaced.

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It not being there does not hurt it too much, If I push up on the print screen key I can move the internals forward a little but nothing too bad, still goes together fine :)

I'm sure he will fix that issue easily.  He's very meticulous.  If you haven't seen, there are keyboards he has restored that would make a restoration expert cringe at the thought of attempting to restore it.  Amazing!

You have a very nice SSK there too!  It looks very clean as it is!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nickheller on Fri, 29 May 2015, 11:30:09
Here is my 1987 SSK that I posted in the Space Saver Club thread, it is in pretty good shape, only thing wrong with it is one of the little plastic studs that holds the top of the plate close to the screw holes is broken off. I will hopefully be sending it to Phosphorglow soon to have the rivets replaced.

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It not being there does not hurt it too much, If I push up on the print screen key I can move the internals forward a little but nothing too bad, still goes together fine :)

I'm sure he will fix that issue easily.  He's very meticulous.  If you haven't seen, there are keyboards he has restored that would make a restoration expert cringe at the thought of attempting to restore it.  Amazing!

You have a very nice SSK there too!  It looks very clean as it is!

I have seen them on his site, and been emailing him about it I am pretty much just waiting on the right time to send it out. It is pretty clean, I just want to get these rivets swapped out so I can stop worrying about it falling apart on me lol. I love this thing, so I am exited for it to get a little bit of a rejuvenation.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 30 May 2015, 03:38:00
Here is my 1987 SSK that I posted in the Space Saver Club thread, it is in pretty good shape, only thing wrong with it is one of the little plastic studs that holds the top of the plate close to the screw holes is broken off. I will hopefully be sending it to Phosphorglow soon to have the rivets replaced.

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(http://i.imgur.com/H5I5n6W.jpg)

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(http://i.imgur.com/qaLZIjS.jpg)



It not being there does not hurt it too much, If I push up on the print screen key I can move the internals forward a little but nothing too bad, still goes together fine :)

I'm sure he will fix that issue easily.  He's very meticulous.  If you haven't seen, there are keyboards he has restored that would make a restoration expert cringe at the thought of attempting to restore it.  Amazing!

You have a very nice SSK there too!  It looks very clean as it is!

I have seen them on his site, and been emailing him about it I am pretty much just waiting on the right time to send it out. It is pretty clean, I just want to get these rivets swapped out so I can stop worrying about it falling apart on me lol. I love this thing, so I am exited for it to get a little bit of a rejuvenation.

If you were thinking of just getting the broken rivets replaced, I'd suggest getting Phosphorglow to do a full bolt mod.  It might cost slightly more, but the keyboard will be rock solid for another 30 years.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nickheller on Sat, 30 May 2015, 04:02:08
I am having him do the whole reconditioning service ( really only needs bolt mod and plastic stud fixed) I am exited to see how solid it is when I get it back. I was thinking about converting to the USB controller but I decided to keep my stock controller and cable since they work fine and my desktop has PS2, and I kind of like the way the old coiled cable looks :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 30 May 2015, 06:24:41
I am having him do the whole reconditioning service ( really only needs bolt mod and plastic stud fixed) I am exited to see how solid it is when I get it back. I was thinking about converting to the USB controller but I decided to keep my stock controller and cable since they work fine and my desktop has PS2, and I kind of like the way the old coiled cable looks :)

And you can always get an SDL to USB cable later on anyway, or a PS/2 to USB adaptor if the cable is non-removable.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sun, 31 May 2015, 12:08:10
Okay, I did do the LED panel on the terminal board that my nephew used.

From This:
(http://i.imgur.com/zwBLFER.jpg)

To This:
(http://i.imgur.com/AHN1NIs.jpg)

And Finally To This:
(http://i.imgur.com/NCovkec.jpg)

This keyboard went through everything!  It's pretty nice now!

http://imgur.com/a/bBFuv

Footnote:  I did the 1395665 too!

(http://i.imgur.com/xcz93dT.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Sun, 31 May 2015, 22:04:27
Nice work Snowdog  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 01 June 2015, 11:09:39
Yeah, the LED mod is pretty simple to do.  You just need the right controller for it!  I was in a panic with the 4204 at one point.  The keyboard would not respond with the spacebar, right alt, - key on the numpad and the bottom 3 arrows on the inverted T.
I slowed down, took my time, cleaned up the ribbon cable and triple checked the LED connectors.  Everything works fine.  For a little while there, I was worried that I cooked something.
Whew!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 01 June 2015, 22:07:38
What a....

(http://i.imgur.com/9Qg13sU.jpg?1)

 :cool:   :cool:   :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 03 June 2015, 12:10:52
What a....

Show Image
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 :cool:   :cool:   :cool:

It's a pretty cool keyboard CPT.  I did find a video of someone converting one too.  I believe that influenced the person to modify their Wildcats' keyboard. 

Cross Post:
They actually put the regular legends on it.  Took off the blue keys and put the regular keys on it, put a regular Model M overlay for the LED's, and put an IBM logo where the Wildcats logo was.  I believe it was a "Unicomp Special" for a low price and they just did that.  It went back to the Pearl/Pebble.
I guess they didn't like the Wildcats?  I don't know why.

I think they were influenced by this YouTube video, but I think they had a regular M for the keycaps.  They took ALL the blue keycaps off.  Just made it Pearl/Pebble.  Maybe they did it before or around the same time. 

I couldn't PM you to give you that link.

Anyway, there is something more in the works going on....
Just a teaser shot:
(http://i.imgur.com/15r5gav.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 June 2015, 12:14:14
Oh you said modify so I thought you meant like an actual mod. I don't really consider swapping keycaps a modification. Just a cosmetic change. I don't really like the Kentucky function caps either.

And that's samwisekoi.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 03 June 2015, 12:22:31
Oh you said modify so I thought you meant like an actual mod. I don't really consider swapping keycaps a modification. Just a cosmetic change. I don't really like the Kentucky function caps either.

And that's samwisekoi.

Yeah, they just had a dead keyboard and swapped caps with it.  I guess that wouldn't be a mod.  But I am seriously not too sure if it were before or after that video was made.  I remember it being a few years ago.  Anyway, the next one does have to do with a controller swap.  (Another teaser..)

(http://i.imgur.com/Roxjo1B.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: retrochick on Tue, 09 June 2015, 01:57:28
Wow Snowdog993 you're quite the BS board modder! Nicely done LED mod  ;D

Here are pics of my Model M that I got in today.
[attach=1]
[attach=2]
[attach=3]

Going to put a set of dyed pbt keycaps on it from Gutz and update with more pics. Just waiting for my washed keys to dry lalalala~~~~
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 09 June 2015, 08:23:01
Wow Snowdog993 you're quite the BS board modder! Nicely done LED mod  ;D

Here are pics of my Model M that I got in today.
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Going to put a set of dyed pbt keycaps on it from Gutz and update with more pics. Just waiting for my washed keys to dry lalalala~~~~

Looks pretty nice in it's natural habitat.  What color keys did you plan on putting on the keyboard?  It does make me wonder, hmmm.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: retrochick on Wed, 10 June 2015, 20:00:50
Wow Snowdog993 you're quite the BS board modder! Nicely done LED mod  ;D

Here are pics of my Model M that I got in today.
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Going to put a set of dyed pbt keycaps on it from Gutz and update with more pics. Just waiting for my washed keys to dry lalalala~~~~

Looks pretty nice in it's natural habitat.  What color keys did you plan on putting on the keyboard?  It does make me wonder, hmmm.
Here it is, jungle green and blue. Can't decide which one I like more. Opinions?
(http://i.imgur.com/WlXu0ad.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/cVS9QRM.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/0Bwc09u.jpg?1)
(http://i.imgur.com/9XbqoNt.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: XMIT on Wed, 10 June 2015, 20:17:51
Here are pics of my Model M

Very nice! :-)

Where did you get such a lovely keyboard? ;-)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: retrochick on Wed, 10 June 2015, 20:24:37
Here are pics of my Model M

Very nice! :-)

Where did you get such a lovely keyboard? ;-)
Thank you! Some dude in Texas  :p
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: XMIT on Wed, 10 June 2015, 20:40:03
Here are pics of my Model M

Very nice! :-)

Where did you get such a lovely keyboard? ;-)
Thank you! Some dude in Texas  :p

You're welcome. :D

There are plenty more where that came from! I'll post something in the Classifieds soon-ish. But I'm a little busy at the moment - see https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=72707.0.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 11 June 2015, 11:28:12
Here it is, jungle green and blue. Can't decide which one I like more. Opinions?


They are both very nice. 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 09 July 2015, 09:32:57
Oh yeah!  I almost forgot about this one! 

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Fq9oeKS.jpg)


I definitely want to go ANSI here!

Update: Finally finished, posted on DT somewhere or other when GH was down.
(http://i.imgur.com/xqtXsYj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/K9muPBl.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/7kY8Lwm.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 09 July 2015, 10:03:06
Wow Snowdog993 you're quite the BS board modder! Nicely done LED mod  ;D

Here are pics of my Model M that I got in today.
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)
(Attachment Link)

Going to put a set of dyed pbt keycaps on it from Gutz and update with more pics. Just waiting for my washed keys to dry lalalala~~~~

Looks pretty nice in it's natural habitat.  What color keys did you plan on putting on the keyboard?  It does make me wonder, hmmm.
Here it is, jungle green and blue. Can't decide which one I like more. Opinions?
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/WlXu0ad.jpg?1)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cVS9QRM.jpg?1)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/0Bwc09u.jpg?1)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9XbqoNt.jpg?1)


The Blue set is really nice!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 11 July 2015, 15:38:30
found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)

time to clean her up and convert
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: digi on Sat, 11 July 2015, 15:48:25
found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)


time to clean her up and convert

nice score breh
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 11 July 2015, 16:26:48
found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)


time to clean her up and convert

nice score breh

thanks man!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Sat, 11 July 2015, 16:57:53
found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)


time to clean her up and convert

nice score breh
$40 bucks did the have moe BWAHAHAHA very nice score though!!!!

thanks man!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 11 July 2015, 20:12:32
found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)


time to clean her up and convert

Dang, nice grab!  :)  Post some pics after cleanup.   :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 12 July 2015, 02:40:02
Oh yeah!  I almost forgot about this one! 

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Fq9oeKS.jpg)


I definitely want to go ANSI here!

Update: Finally finished, posted on DT somewhere or other when GH was down.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/xqtXsYj.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/K9muPBl.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/7kY8Lwm.jpg)


Excellent!  Especially with the yellow plate :)

found this beauty for $40 at a surplus warehouse. my first BS!
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wONitwe.jpg)


time to clean her up and convert

Very nice find - and some interesting keycaps too!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TastaturenAuslese on Sun, 12 July 2015, 02:50:22
My desk is dusty...don't mind the potatoes.  ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nZnypHp.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/F9uNJ2Z.jpg)


Which M is this? Is this a Kishsaver?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TastaturenAuslese on Sun, 12 July 2015, 02:51:03
My desk is dusty...don't mind the potatoes.  ^-^

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/nZnypHp.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/F9uNJ2Z.jpg)


Which M is this? Is this a Kishsaver?

Oh my bad, I misread the thread title. For some reason, I interpreted "Post your BS boards" as "Post your Model M's" since... well, yknow.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sun, 12 July 2015, 16:55:52
$40 bucks did the have moe BWAHAHAHA very nice score though!!!!
they had like 8 other model m's but this was the only ssk I saw, and it was in the unsorted employees only area of Weirdstuff warehouse for anyone in the bay area.

Dang, nice grab!  :)  Post some pics after cleanup.   :thumb:
will do, thanks man! tried to disassemble it but realized I didn't have the right tool. need some 5.5mm nut driver. waiting for amazon to deliver

Very nice find - and some interesting keycaps too!
thanks! apparently related to displaywrite according to here: http://www.clickykeyboards.com/index.cfm/fa/items.main/parentcat/9242/subcatid/0/id/120575
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 13 July 2015, 21:18:54

Oh my bad, I misread the thread title. For some reason, I interpreted "Post your BS boards" as "Post your Model M's" since... well, yknow.

You could still post some pictures of yours if you like.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Mon, 13 July 2015, 23:42:05
Crappy picsof my 86 silver label M with newly added RGB mods.  Still dirty with a few missing caps but beautiful.  What I will say is that it does feel better than my 91 terminal m. And different, maybe better, than my 2 Unicomp boards.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 July 2015, 05:37:38
Crappy picsof my 86 silver label M with newly added RGB mods.  Still dirty with a few missing caps but beautiful.  What I will say is that it does feel better than my 91 terminal m. And different, maybe better, than my 2 Unicomp boards.

Are your two green Shifts slightly different shades of green?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Tue, 14 July 2015, 12:14:08
Crappy picsof my 86 silver label M with newly added RGB mods.  Still dirty with a few missing caps but beautiful.  What I will say is that it does feel better than my 91 terminal m. And different, maybe better, than my 2 Unicomp boards.

Are your two green Shifts slightly different shades of green?

Not even sure how you were able to see that, but yes, they are.  If I hadn't got them for free I would ask for replacements from Unicomp.  The left shift is darker than the right.  I much prefer the darker color.  Better yet would be some OG IBM caps, lol.  Also I will try to take better pics tomorrow.  Taking them on my iphone and posting through tapatalk = horrible quality :(.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Tue, 14 July 2015, 22:07:18
Crappy picsof my 86 silver label M with newly added RGB mods.  Still dirty with a few missing caps but beautiful.  What I will say is that it does feel better than my 91 terminal m. And different, maybe better, than my 2 Unicomp boards.

Are your two green Shifts slightly different shades of green?

Not even sure how you were able to see that, but yes, they are.  If I hadn't got them for free I would ask for replacements from Unicomp.  The left shift is darker than the right.  I much prefer the darker color.  Better yet would be some OG IBM caps, lol.  Also I will try to take better pics tomorrow.  Taking them on my iphone and posting through tapatalk = horrible quality :(.

Same here - must be something wrong with the way they make the right Shifts.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Tue, 14 July 2015, 22:20:51
Crappy picsof my 86 silver label M with newly added RGB mods.  Still dirty with a few missing caps but beautiful.  What I will say is that it does feel better than my 91 terminal m. And different, maybe better, than my 2 Unicomp boards.

Are your two green Shifts slightly different shades of green?

Not even sure how you were able to see that, but yes, they are.  If I hadn't got them for free I would ask for replacements from Unicomp.  The left shift is darker than the right.  I much prefer the darker color.  Better yet would be some OG IBM caps, lol.  Also I will try to take better pics tomorrow.  Taking them on my iphone and posting through tapatalk = horrible quality :(.

Same here - must be something wrong with the way they make the right Shifts.

Unicomp's QC leaves something to be desired. My SSK replica keycap set arrived with a cracked F3 key, and the replacement, although free, does not match the rest of the keys 100%. Also, the right shift kept getting stuck because the stabilizer stem was out of alignment. I had to use a heat gun to heat the cap and bend it a little bit. Now it works fine.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: trees on Wed, 15 July 2015, 00:07:44
all the keyboards on this thread are making it very hard to wait for my SSK...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: daerid on Wed, 15 July 2015, 00:16:06
(http://i.imgur.com/d6foUa5.jpg)

Yes, it's a Unicomp. It was cheap, I like the caps, COME AT ME BRO
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 14:52:43
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/d6foUa5.jpg)


Yes, it's a Unicomp. It was cheap, I like the caps, COME AT ME BRO

That looks nice.  If only they made a 7x white spacebar...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Thu, 30 July 2015, 14:54:00
If only :(. 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 15:09:03
If only :(.

I did the best I could....
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Thu, 30 July 2015, 15:53:56
Tad Williams' books have a perfect height for repairing Model Ms (my wooden construction is not here, as always: the tools I need are not were I need them)! Anybody read Tad Williams? And not only Tolkien?

(http://i.imgur.com/OKJYa4M.jpg)

I bought a full sized Model M found at a local craig list, in very good condition, almost no rivets broken (I counted only two, and the rest could not break off easily), German language, for my fathers birthday, I hope he likes it. I know that chances are low he will actually use it, but at work he could type on it just for a day as a show-off for the colleagues - "hey, this guy is bad-ass typing on this clunky old keyboard". He is journalist, and we always had a lot of typewriters at home.

A good backpack is the one were a full sized Model M fits perfect inside:

(http://i.imgur.com/u9vCdwy.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 30 July 2015, 19:10:18
A good backpack is the one were a full sized Model M fits perfect inside:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/u9vCdwy.jpg)


Although unlikely that I'd be able to find such a backpack over here, which one is it?

I can just fit an SSK in my backpack, but not a full sized Model M.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mooksie on Thu, 30 July 2015, 20:16:04
madhias that's a really cool present I hope he loves it!

I'm about to go put another coat of grey paint on my model M top case. A little lighter than industrial I think. More of a battleship grey I guess.

(http://i.imgur.com/1rHAj5u.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 20:20:25
Interesting color.
I tried that once.
Once.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:02:58
Interesting color.
I tried that once.
Once.

That's not gray. Wait, is this one of those pics like that blue & black dress?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:11:15
Interesting color.
I tried that once.
Once.

That's not gray. Wait, is this one of those pics like that blue & black dress?

It is.  It's actually a metallic gray color.  I think it is called soft iron.  Pretty nice complimentary color.
It looks good with the pearl/pebble.

It's not primer gray.  The shades from black to white can be called from extremely light to extremely dark gray.  The gray in mooksie's picture reminds of the primer I used below the flat iron.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Thu, 30 July 2015, 21:30:09
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Thu, 30 July 2015, 23:40:09
A good backpack is the one were a full sized Model M fits perfect inside:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/u9vCdwy.jpg)


Although unlikely that I'd be able to find such a backpack over here, which one is it?

I can just fit an SSK in my backpack, but not a full sized Model M.

It is from the brand 'EXPED', which is from Switzerland. Not too big, the size is OK for a daily usage.
http://www.exped.com/switzerland/de/product-category/rucksaecke/glissade-25-black#prettyPhoto
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mooksie on Fri, 31 July 2015, 17:44:48
ABORT MISSION. Really screwed up the paint when gluing on the label. It came out so nice too  :( RIP. The case was already ruined anyways so... to unicomp I go.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 01 August 2015, 11:54:28
ABORT MISSION. Really screwed up the paint when gluing on the label. It came out so nice too  :( RIP. The case was already ruined anyways so... to unicomp I go.

I had a similar thing happen....  The clear coat I put over the shell was fine until it dried.  Every bit of paint shriveled up and destroyed what it looked like.  That's why there are no other pictures of it.

Kind of a shame.  I liked the color a lot.  It worked well.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 01 August 2015, 19:16:28
ABORT MISSION. Really screwed up the paint when gluing on the label. It came out so nice too  :( RIP. The case was already ruined anyways so... to unicomp I go.

I had a similar thing happen....  The clear coat I put over the shell was fine until it dried.  Every bit of paint shriveled up and destroyed what it looked like.  That's why there are no other pictures of it.

Kind of a shame.  I liked the color a lot.  It worked well.

Sounds like you should have scuffed up the plastic and used a good primer or direct-to-plastic paint.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mooksie on Sat, 01 August 2015, 20:23:07
The reason I was painting it was because I smudged some black dye on it without realizing.(from dying caps)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 01 August 2015, 21:38:55
ABORT MISSION. Really screwed up the paint when gluing on the label. It came out so nice too  :( RIP. The case was already ruined anyways so... to unicomp I go.

I had a similar thing happen....  The clear coat I put over the shell was fine until it dried.  Every bit of paint shriveled up and destroyed what it looked like.  That's why there are no other pictures of it.

Kind of a shame.  I liked the color a lot.  It worked well.

Sounds like you should have scuffed up the plastic and used a good primer or direct-to-plastic paint.

I messed up on the varnish.  Learned enough to know that isn't the way you do it!
It's all good.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nubbinator on Sat, 01 August 2015, 21:43:27
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.

Plastidip is the worst.  It starts rubbing off almost immediately and you have to regularly redo it for it to look decent.  Even if you put on a thick coat, it still gets issues.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Sun, 09 August 2015, 08:22:41
(http://i.imgur.com/tfWND0U.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Sun, 09 August 2015, 11:30:50
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfWND0U.jpg)

looking great 8)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 10 August 2015, 00:13:25
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfWND0U.jpg)


Very nice - SSK done well :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mooksie on Mon, 10 August 2015, 10:39:25
Awesome Madhias. That backdrop + the beautiful board makes a gorgeous photo. Nice job.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TastaturenAuslese on Sat, 15 August 2015, 02:04:17
My endgame board. That is... until the next expansion pack is released.

More
[attach=1][attach=2][attach=3][attach=4][attach=5]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: snoopy on Sat, 15 August 2015, 12:59:00
My endgame board. That is... until the next expansion pack is released.

More

nice! I like the keycaps.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:14:03
Two of my favorite BS boards  :)

(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5692/20558638659_98630384c5_k.jpg)
IBM 4704 62-Key + Clacks (https://flic.kr/p/xjGp2e) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/706/20122782134_c7e310c4a8_k.jpg)
Night Owl Mk2 (https://flic.kr/p/wEbw4y) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Apologies for the Clack-centric shots.  :-[
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: demik on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:28:47
do you need to get a tetanus shot every time you use that kish?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Air tree on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:30:56
do you need to get a tetanus shot every time you use that kish?
dirt adds character.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:31:54
do you need to get a tetanus shot every time you use that kish?

Nope.  It's unlikely that this keyboard spent much time outside.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetanus#Cause

Also that's not how Tetanus shots work.

/me likes to ruin jokes
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: demik on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:34:12
do you need to get a tetanus shot every time you use that kish?

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tetanus#Cause

Also that's not how Tetanus shots work.

well..

(http://media0.giphy.com/media/13AHIZGzBvogqA/giphy.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 20 August 2015, 20:36:23
Two of my favorite BS boards  :)

Show Image
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5692/20558638659_98630384c5_k.jpg)

IBM 4704 62-Key + Clacks (https://flic.kr/p/xjGp2e) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/706/20122782134_c7e310c4a8_k.jpg)

Night Owl Mk2 (https://flic.kr/p/wEbw4y) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Apologies for the Clack-centric shots.  :-[

That Clack trio on your 6019284 makes me happy <3. Grats on your haul
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 21 August 2015, 01:22:51
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.

Plastidip is the worst.  It starts rubbing off almost immediately and you have to regularly redo it for it to look decent.  Even if you put on a thick coat, it still gets issues.

A trick for plastidip is the first 2 coats need to be very thin.  This actually helps a lot with adhesion.  But coats after that can be thicker.  It does hide scuffs and scratches very well.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: XMIT on Fri, 21 August 2015, 15:44:27
Did somebody say beam springs?

[attach=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Fri, 21 August 2015, 16:33:48
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.

Plastidip is the worst.  It starts rubbing off almost immediately and you have to regularly redo it for it to look decent.  Even if you put on a thick coat, it still gets issues.

A trick for plastidip is the first 2 coats need to be very thin.  This actually helps a lot with adhesion.  But coats after that can be thicker.  It does hide scuffs and scratches very well.

Can you weigh in on others' comments regarding durability? They made it sound like it wears off pretty quickly.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 21 August 2015, 18:36:01
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.

Plastidip is the worst.  It starts rubbing off almost immediately and you have to regularly redo it for it to look decent.  Even if you put on a thick coat, it still gets issues.

A trick for plastidip is the first 2 coats need to be very thin.  This actually helps a lot with adhesion.  But coats after that can be thicker.  It does hide scuffs and scratches very well.

Can you weigh in on others' comments regarding durability? They made it sound like it wears off pretty quickly.

I have it on the plates of my hacked up AT.  It is delicate in the sharper corners, but since I put it on, I haven't had any issues with it.  It is difficult to do touch up work without peeling it all off and starting over though.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Fri, 21 August 2015, 21:31:06
Has anyone ever tried Plasti-Dip on a Model M case? I've seen some really nice smooth results with that stuff and I love the idea that you can peel it off and start over... just not sure about the finish.

Plastidip is the worst.  It starts rubbing off almost immediately and you have to regularly redo it for it to look decent.  Even if you put on a thick coat, it still gets issues.

A trick for plastidip is the first 2 coats need to be very thin.  This actually helps a lot with adhesion.  But coats after that can be thicker.  It does hide scuffs and scratches very well.

Can you weigh in on others' comments regarding durability? They made it sound like it wears off pretty quickly.

I have it on the plates of my hacked up AT.  It is delicate in the sharper corners, but since I put it on, I haven't had any issues with it.  It is difficult to do touch up work without peeling it all off and starting over though.

Suppose I shouldn't be shocked and awed that a product marketed as easy to remove isn't the most durable thing in the world. Thanks for sharing!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Touch_It on Fri, 21 August 2015, 21:35:43

Did somebody say beam springs?

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Oooh that layout looks surprisingly usable.  If I were to ever get a beam spring, that would be my choice.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Fri, 21 August 2015, 21:44:07

Did somebody say beam springs?

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Oooh that layout looks surprisingly usable.  If I were to ever get a beam spring, that would be my choice.

As much as I would love to try that layout, I didn't care for the beamspring switches I tried at the last con in Chicago.  The feel very light and smooth, I just lime the longer keystroke and heavier tactile bump in F style buckling springs.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: XMIT on Sat, 22 August 2015, 15:16:45
Did somebody say beam springs?
Oooh that layout looks surprisingly usable.  If I were to ever get a beam spring, that would be my choice.

Thanks! This is an approximation to the layout that I used (http://www.keyboard-layout-editor.com/##@@=F1&=F2&_x:16.75%3B&=Insert&=Home&=PgUp&=~%0A%60%3B&@=F3&=F4&_x:0.5%3B&=Esc&=!%0A1&=%2F@%0A2&=%23%0A3&=$%0A4&=%25%0A5&=%5E%0A6&=%2F&%0A7&=*%0A8&=(%0A9&=)%0A0&=%2F_%0A-&=+%0A%2F=&_w:2%3B&=Backspace&_w:0.75%3B&=%7C%0A%5C&_x:0.5%3B&=Delete&=End&=PgDn&=Pause%0ABreak%3B&@=F5&=F6&_x:0.5&w:1.5%3B&=Tab&=Q&=W&=E&=R&=T&=Y&=U&=I&=O&=P&=%7B%0A%5B&=%7D%0A%5D&_w:1.5&h:2&w2:2.25&h2:1&x2:-0.75&y2:1%3B&=%0AEnter%3B&@=F7&=F8&_x:0.5&w:1.75%3B&=Caps%20Lock&=A&=S&=D&=F&=G&=H&=J&=K&=L&=%2F:%0A%2F%3B&=%22%0A'%3B&@=F9&=F10&_x:0.5&w:2.25%3B&=Control&=Z&=X&=C&=V&=B&=N&=M&=%3C%0A,&=%3E%0A.&=%3F%0A%2F%2F&_w:2.75%3B&=Shift&_x:1.25%3B&=Back&=↑&=Fwd&=F11%3B&@_x:4.25&w:2%3B&=Command&_a:7&w:6.25%3B&=&_a:4&w:1.25%3B&=Alt%0Aoption&_x:5%3B&=←&=↓&=→&=F12). The latching Lock key limits my options at the moment.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dustinhxc on Sat, 22 August 2015, 17:31:48
Two of my favorite BS boards  :)

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(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5692/20558638659_98630384c5_k.jpg)

IBM 4704 62-Key + Clacks (https://flic.kr/p/xjGp2e) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

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(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/706/20122782134_c7e310c4a8_k.jpg)

Night Owl Mk2 (https://flic.kr/p/wEbw4y) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Apologies for the Clack-centric shots.  :-[


(https://31.media.tumblr.com/83c31f81cf7a1ac335a484886e299db4/tumblr_ndyue3RA4F1rk5hjao1_500.gif)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Greystash on Wed, 26 August 2015, 06:18:33
My first new/old board. (Love it ;D)

1391401 - Model M made by IBM 27th April 1993 with detachable PS2 and drainage holes.

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/arcarc/Model%20M5_zpsqba6z1yu.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/arcarc/media/Model%20M5_zpsqba6z1yu.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/arcarc/Model%20M4_zpst1sivzhd.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/arcarc/media/Model%20M4_zpst1sivzhd.jpg.html)

(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v333/arcarc/Model%20M6_zpsodmuaery.jpg) (http://smg.photobucket.com/user/arcarc/media/Model%20M6_zpsodmuaery.jpg.html)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 26 August 2015, 22:03:09
it's amazing that such a classic design still looks great and is perfectly functional :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: invariance on Mon, 31 August 2015, 18:48:16
Cleaned this old girl up and she is now as good as new  :)

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: cgbuen on Sat, 26 September 2015, 16:29:17
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sed8op8 on Sat, 26 September 2015, 16:37:01
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

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(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)

wow just wow cgb
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 26 September 2015, 19:16:04
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

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(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)


Mmmmm, I love me a dirty 4704...  ^-^
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hwood34 on Sat, 26 September 2015, 19:16:57
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

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(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)


A little bit of dirty is always good ;) . But man do I need me a kishy now...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 26 September 2015, 20:12:17
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

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(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)


Dirty is right. Dirty-dirty.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 27 September 2015, 21:46:20
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

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(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)


Sweet :)

But that's cable's far too white for the keyboard!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: BlueNalgene on Sun, 27 September 2015, 22:02:59
Time to finally show off my 'finished' model M.

In early March this year, I bought a Model M from Jixr on the cheap.

(http://i.imgur.com/gVQYyTx.jpg)

The keyboard was bolt modded, had a wonky membrane, and no cable.  I did a few mods to it.

I dyed the caps aqua colored.  I oriented the caps in the same direction in the bath, and that gave them a nice gradient. 

(http://i.imgur.com/OqFJyA3.jpg)

I removed the old connector and added a Teensy for USB capabilities.  I actually went through a few Teensys in the process.  I had a Teensy 2.0, but while soldering it I damaged one of the resistors/capacitors and the socket.  I did some work on it with the Teensy 2.0+, but I am going to use that for another project.  I bought a Teensy LC, but the ARM processor was giving me ****.  So I finally went with another 2.0.

I also desoldered all of the old crappy green LEDS and resistors on the breakout board.  I put in their place some bright blue LEDs and appropriate resistors for them. 

So here we go:

(http://i.imgur.com/HHNu2qa.jpg)

I have a BS Brobot from the 4/20 sale on the esc

(http://i.imgur.com/4bVV9Ow.jpg)

and a pair of glorious multi-shot Krap bonus caps on the pause and scroll lock buttons.

(http://i.imgur.com/4J5bZpM.jpg)

I'm pretty proud of the usb connector.  I took the old DIN socket and ripped it all to hell with my Dremel.  I made little slots so the teensy board would slide in and super glued it to that spot.  I filled in the open area with epoxy clay so it looks fairly clean.

(http://i.imgur.com/zUz1swq.jpg)

So that is my sexy modded Model M.

(http://i.imgur.com/JOKmHWO.jpg)





Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: beehatch on Sun, 27 September 2015, 22:58:06
Time to finally show off my 'finished' model M.

In early March this year, I bought a Model M from Jixr on the cheap.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/gVQYyTx.jpg)


The keyboard was bolt modded, had a wonky membrane, and no cable.  I did a few mods to it.

I dyed the caps aqua colored.  I oriented the caps in the same direction in the bath, and that gave them a nice gradient. 

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OqFJyA3.jpg)


I removed the old connector and added a Teensy for USB capabilities.  I actually went through a few Teensys in the process.  I had a Teensy 2.0, but while soldering it I damaged one of the resistors/capacitors and the socket.  I did some work on it with the Teensy 2.0+, but I am going to use that for another project.  I bought a Teensy LC, but the ARM processor was giving me ****.  So I finally went with another 2.0.

I also desoldered all of the old crappy green LEDS and resistors on the breakout board.  I put in their place some bright blue LEDs and appropriate resistors for them. 

So here we go:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/HHNu2qa.jpg)


I have a BS Brobot from the 4/20 sale on the esc

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4bVV9Ow.jpg)


and a pair of glorious multi-shot Krap bonus caps on the pause and scroll lock buttons.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/4J5bZpM.jpg)


I'm pretty proud of the usb connector.  I took the old DIN socket and ripped it all to hell with my Dremel.  I made little slots so the teensy board would slide in and super glued it to that spot.  I filled in the open area with epoxy clay so it looks fairly clean.

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/zUz1swq.jpg)


So that is my sexy modded Model M.

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(http://i.imgur.com/JOKmHWO.jpg)


Oh my god. This board is freaking beautiful. I've never been a big fan of full-size but I think you just changed my mind about them. This this this this this is awesome!

 :eek:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sun, 27 September 2015, 23:49:20
Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)
Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)
Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)
Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Jokrik on Mon, 28 September 2015, 00:52:21
Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

What type of keycaps is that? that yellow extra lettering
looks really good
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 28 September 2015, 01:42:15

Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

What type of keycaps is that? that yellow extra lettering
looks really good

That's the APL set from Unicomp, a reproduction of the original APL set. The original is much cleaner and has crisper legends. The_Beast had some comparison shots at one point. It's a great set and I love it, it's just a bummer knowing that it could/should have been better.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 28 September 2015, 01:46:40

Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

What type of keycaps is that? that yellow extra lettering
looks really good

That's the APL set from Unicomp, a reproduction of the original APL set. The original is much cleaner and has crisper legends. The_Beast had some comparison shots at one point. It's a great set and I love it, it's just a bummer knowing that it could/should have been better.

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 28 September 2015, 07:52:58
Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

What type of keycaps is that? that yellow extra lettering
looks really good

That's the APL set from Unicomp, a reproduction of the original APL set. The original is much cleaner and has crisper legends. The_Beast had some comparison shots at one point. It's a great set and I love it, it's just a bummer knowing that it could/should have been better.

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?

As with most things we put on our keyboard...nope!  But it looks nice!  ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 28 September 2015, 21:36:44
Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

What type of keycaps is that? that yellow extra lettering
looks really good

That's the APL set from Unicomp, a reproduction of the original APL set. The original is much cleaner and has crisper legends. The_Beast had some comparison shots at one point. It's a great set and I love it, it's just a bummer knowing that it could/should have been better.

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?

As with most things we put on our keyboard...nope!  But it looks nice!  ;D

+1
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Mon, 28 September 2015, 22:15:18
Salute on my dirty Kish https://instagram.com/p/7yIa3PnGYK/

Show Image
(http://scontent.cdninstagram.com/hphotos-xfa1/t51.2885-15/e35/11881775_959947610744109_967332566_n.jpg)


Sweet :)

But that's cable's far too white for the keyboard!
Nothing a quick butt-flossing couldn't take care of.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 02 October 2015, 09:31:24
Hmm, well mine isn't quite as cool as BlueNalgene's, but oh well!  Someone asked for some more pics of this board so here goes nothing.

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/778/21775578005_c0b5d930cb_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewG6) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/748/21775576565_264a5f140d_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/zbewgg) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Show Image
(https://farm1.staticflickr.com/623/21749442226_17ff317a74_k.jpg)

Model M (https://flic.kr/p/z8Vzrd) by HoffmanMyster (https://www.flickr.com/photos/99522542@N03/), on Flickr

Makin' me miss my BS Nightowl  :'(

Great looking board, always wanted a set of OG APL caps, but I don't think I'm willing to pay the premium for them.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: raymogi on Fri, 02 October 2015, 23:16:57
Just got her today. Super clean and bolt modded.

(http://i.imgur.com/ZNdtTQ0.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 03 October 2015, 01:32:25
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Sat, 03 October 2015, 07:17:42
You guys are making me WTB an RGB pack from Unicomp.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Sat, 10 October 2015, 04:20:58
Whoa, Rowdy, Lexmark made a SSK? What planet have I been on?

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?

Naah. It just looks cool. Any time you can get keys with mysterious-looking secondary legends, you shouldn't hesitate. Things like that can even give meaning to a life that otherwise doesn't have much... Whenever I'm feeling insignificant, I plug in the swell GE Marquette Model M that I got from Dorkvader:


(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8745/16680699199_3e68d64714_o.jpg)


...and it cheers me right up. How many other KBs have a "Fick" key? (That's Dork's photo, BTW, not mine.)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 10 October 2015, 05:20:06
Whoa, Rowdy, Lexmark made a SSK? What planet have I been on?

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?

Naah. It just looks cool. Any time you can get keys with mysterious-looking secondary legends, you shouldn't hesitate. Things like that can even give meaning to a life that otherwise doesn't have much... Whenever I'm feeling insignificant, I plug in the swell GE Marquette Model M that I got from Dorkvader:


Show Image
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8745/16680699199_3e68d64714_o.jpg)



...and it cheers me right up. (How many other KBs have a "Fick" key?)

 :eek: Wow, love those legends.

"Pull-back" -> "Wave", instructions from Her Majesty's PC.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 10 October 2015, 05:55:13
Whoa, Rowdy, Lexmark made a SSK? What planet have I been on?

Of course the big question is - does anyone still use APL, and would they find such a keyboard useful?

Naah. It just looks cool. Any time you can get keys with mysterious-looking secondary legends, you shouldn't hesitate. Things like that can even give meaning to a life that otherwise doesn't have much... Whenever I'm feeling insignificant, I plug in the swell GE Marquette Model M that I got from Dorkvader:


Show Image
(https://farm9.staticflickr.com/8745/16680699199_3e68d64714_o.jpg)



...and it cheers me right up. (How many other KBs have a "Fick" key?)

That is a very nice keyboard :)

I wonder if there is a catalog of all Model M keycap sets that IBM made.  it would be a large volume.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Glissant on Sat, 10 October 2015, 07:56:49
(http://i.imgur.com/oVXsLIa.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Mon, 12 October 2015, 03:07:01
Isn't putting one of those robot keys on a Model M sort of like putting a Transformers hood ornament on your Mercedes? Whatever blows your skirt up, though.  :?)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: azhdar on Mon, 12 October 2015, 04:26:34
(Attachment Link)

I had forgotten your clack was a BS one. Beautiful board

And those RGB kits make me wish once again that unicomp wold offer Iso shift in RGB :|
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 12 October 2015, 05:21:49
I might have posted this picture in another thread, but the keyboard is so large that it deserves to be posted in two threads :p

[attachimg=1]

This is a project board - the intention is to convert it to ANSI, bolt mod it, find suitable replacement keycaps, clean it up in general, and install some sort of converter to make it work on my computers.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Mon, 12 October 2015, 08:50:09
Isn't putting one of those robot keys on a Model M sort of like putting a Transformers hood ornament on your Mercedes?

Oooooh.

/me wants to see what this would look like.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Tue, 13 October 2015, 18:43:14
Quote from: Ander
Whenever I'm feeling insignificant, I plug in the swell GE Marquette Model M that I got from Dorkvader...


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:eek: Wow, love those legends... "Pull-back" -> "Wave", instructions from Her Majesty's PC.

That is a very nice keyboard :) ... I wonder if there is a catalog of all Model M keycap sets that IBM made.  it would be a large volume.

Just thought I'd mention that an M with this key set has just appeared here on eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/UNICOMP-Model-M-Keyboard-2003809-003-REV-C-/311463594496) for $80 or Make Offer w/free shipping:


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Unlike mine, this board was actually used with these keys, as its label shows it was made for GE Medical Systems. It also has a red "Emerg" cap at F12. ("Help! The patient I'm testing is singing a Neil Diamond tune!")

It also has no logos. I thought I'd seen one with a GE Med. Sys. logo, but I may be imagining it. Or this one may have had one and it's been removed.

In the interest of full disclosure, the original (pre-GE) Marquette boards have a Marquette logo at the upper left, a surface-mounted badge in the upper right with tech-support phone numbers, and say "Manufactured for Marquette Medical Systems" on the back. So purists may want to hold out for one of those. Still, it's an unusually vivid (and fun, I think) custom cap set on any board.

And yes, I'd normally post this in Great Finds, but we hadn't already been discussing it there.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 13 October 2015, 19:53:16
(http://i.imgur.com/xSTw6Pm.jpg)

Finished painting and ready for reassembly!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: raymogi on Tue, 13 October 2015, 19:55:14
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Finished painting and ready for reassembly!

I don't like blue but goddamn that thing is sexy.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mougrim on Fri, 16 October 2015, 12:05:09
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Finished painting and ready for reassembly!

I don't like blue but goddamn that thing is sexy.

It'll be even sexier in pure red, though :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 16 October 2015, 12:20:30
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Finished painting and ready for reassembly!

Looking great so far!  I can't wait to see the finished product!  Blue and Red are great colors!  Yellow and Copper and Green too!  It will look awesome!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Fri, 30 October 2015, 04:16:57
Look what I found: Post your buckling spring board (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48667.0).

This thread was created 18-08-2014, some 11 months AFTER the above thread.

Should they be merged?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: BlueNalgene on Fri, 30 October 2015, 13:51:23
Look what I found: Post your buckling spring board (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48667.0).

This thread was created 18-08-2014, some 11 months AFTER the above thread.

Should they be merged?

Merge, I don't want to have to keep up with two of the same thread.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SamirD on Fri, 30 October 2015, 22:02:14
Look what I found: Post your buckling spring board (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48667.0).

This thread was created 18-08-2014, some 11 months AFTER the above thread.

Should they be merged?

Merge, I don't want to have to keep up with two of the same thread.
I second this merge.  Easier to see all the BS awesomeness in one place.  :thumb:

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: njbair on Fri, 30 October 2015, 22:13:36
That could be the slogan for /r/mk: "all the BS in one place"

I'll see myself out now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SamirD on Fri, 30 October 2015, 23:53:19
That could be the slogan for /r/mk: "all the BS in one place"

I'll see myself out now.
Hahaha!  "Goodnight everybody!"

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mrgoldenzombie on Sat, 31 October 2015, 00:18:29
he said that they're unicomp

and you're only gonna post the one?


It's just the one I have out and am using right now.

Edit: uploading now

I left some original keycaps on - Numpad, F1 - F10 and others. But all alphanumerics are Unicomp-printed, and yes, some of them also side-printed.

Yeah, you can tell from the font that those numpad keycaps came from an AT or PC/XT model F.

Unicomp did a really good job there!

edit:
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Right to left.

Top row 2* IBM "unsaver" model F, IBM "pingmaster" japanese keyboard (in box), "Rubber dome M 101
next row: "oldest known" 122-key model F, KB assembly has been replaced with a NIB one (rest of KB is in a box)
Next row: IBM DIsplaywriter keyboard, IBM correcting selectric II, IBM dome 122-key (in box), PC/XT model F (in foam)
next row: IBM 3278 keyboard
Next row IBM 3178 keyboard, IBM wheelwriter 10 series 2 (boltmodded), IBM AT model F
next row: M13
next row: IBM terminal KB (parts unit), unicomp 104-key, AT&T KB305 terminal emulator variant (the buckling spring at&t board)
next row: IBM 4704-200, 2* IBM 4704-100, 1390120, IBM LPFK (cherry M8 switches)

In the corner are my lightsaver and ergodox half gamepad.

That's all the IBM I could find.

Edit: missing 2 wheelwriter keyboards I have in a box somewhere.
The motherload
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 02 November 2015, 06:22:32
Before:

(http://i.imgur.com/jzYbZOn.jpg)

After:

(http://i.imgur.com/KWfJxcq.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/iuZixbD.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/BywxUOK.jpg)

Updated build log here (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=75722.0).
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SamirD on Mon, 02 November 2015, 11:55:22
Amazing!  Must feel awesome!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 02 November 2015, 21:15:18
(https://farm6.staticflickr.com/5633/22743232541_de09958541.jpg)

That escape got me like <3
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 02 November 2015, 21:37:01
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That escape got me like <3

Oooh.... vat iz dat
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Mon, 02 November 2015, 21:39:33
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That escape got me like <3

Oooh.... vat iz dat

FFS caps! (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=76651.0)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: naasfu on Tue, 03 November 2015, 01:38:47
(Attachment Link)

ahh, this was the on-board shot i was hoping for.  :-*  the yellow tri looks awesome and goes well with the rgb mods too. :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Misha353W on Sat, 28 November 2015, 15:54:32
Here's my recent purchase! And yes, it's filthy :-[
At first I had some plans with it, but it just looks too cool as is :cool: so I've bought another slightly newer one that misses a few keycaps to stuff around with. My cat is using that one as a buckling spring mattress right now so I'll photograph it later :))

(http://s3.postimg.org/aa9gd84yb/image.jpg)

(http://s10.postimg.org/rlh0o0owp/CAM00683.jpg)

(http://s30.postimg.org/mra4cbeo1/CAM00692.jpg)


Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:01:24
Here's my recent purchase! And yes, it's filthy :-[
At first I had some plans with it, but it just looks too cool as is :cool: so I've bought another slightly newer one that misses a few keycaps to stuff around with. My cat is using that one as a buckling spring mattress right now so I'll photograph it later :))

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No pics of kitty lounging on keyboard??  :P :))

Looks good! The 122s sure are a beast of a board.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Misha353W on Sat, 28 November 2015, 17:29:20
No pics of kitty lounging on keyboard??  :P :))

Nah I didn't want to wake him up, you wouldn't see much of the keyboard anyway ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 28 November 2015, 23:39:28
Here's my recent purchase! And yes, it's filthy :-[
At first I had some plans with it, but it just looks too cool as is :cool: so I've bought another slightly newer one that misses a few keycaps to stuff around with. My cat is using that one as a buckling spring mattress right now so I'll photograph it later :))

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Very nice!

Filthy it may be, but nearly every Model M cleans up very nicely.

An another set of keycaps to collect - many of these I have seen have different legends on the 24 function keys or on the extra keys to the left.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: invariance on Thu, 17 December 2015, 05:07:12
Oooohhh 122's are sooooo pirdy!   ;D

I was 2 days away from receiving one when holidaying in the States a few years ago.
F'n USPS held onto it for 2 weeks and decided to deliver it a few days after I left.  :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Last I heard is it didn't make its way back to the seller, so some c*** got it for free.  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Thu, 17 December 2015, 05:29:42
Oooohhh 122's are sooooo pirdy!   ;D

I was 2 days away from receiving one when holidaying in the States a few years ago.
F'n USPS held onto it for 2 weeks and decided to deliver it a few days after I left.  :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Last I heard is it didn't make its way back to the seller, so some c*** got it for free.  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

I bet they thought it was just some piece of junk and threw it in the bin.....  :mad: 
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 17 December 2015, 20:00:34
Oooohhh 122's are sooooo pirdy!   ;D

I was 2 days away from receiving one when holidaying in the States a few years ago.
F'n USPS held onto it for 2 weeks and decided to deliver it a few days after I left.  :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'( :'(

Last I heard is it didn't make its way back to the seller, so some c*** got it for free.  >:( >:( >:( >:( >:(

That is a sad story :(


I bet they thought it was just some piece of junk and threw it in the bin.....  :mad: 

That is even sadder :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Sun, 20 December 2015, 18:58:16
(http://i.imgur.com/CCb6QIP.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/ZmXuAlj.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/a7HcvH4.jpg)

More to come.  ^-^
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Solo on Sun, 20 December 2015, 19:54:58
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More to come.  ^-^

スペース!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Joey Quinn on Sun, 20 December 2015, 20:27:51
Damn ramnes, that's sick. Never knew IBM made a JIS BS tkl.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sun, 20 December 2015, 21:30:20
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More to come.  ^-^

Such a killer board, great layout and sleek look. Nice find!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SamirD on Sun, 20 December 2015, 23:48:34
Wild!  Very nice board!  I love the comparison shots too for reference of size.  :thumb:  I always wondered how big those were.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Mon, 21 December 2015, 06:04:42
Yep, I'm super happy that I finally got one of my highest dream boards.  :p

Thanks all!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Bromono on Mon, 21 December 2015, 06:20:09
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More to come.  ^-^

wow. I dont want to even how high this is on the unicorn list.

Good **** bro.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Misha353W on Fri, 08 January 2016, 22:18:59
5:15AM local time, but I just finished my first bolt mod, and it works! :D
Looks kinda crappy now, but new keycaps are on their way :thumb: Cat added for scale ;D

(http://s9.postimg.org/wupvwn65b/20160109_0414048.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fanpeople on Fri, 08 January 2016, 22:22:02
5:15AM local time, but I just finished my first bolt mod, and it works! :D
Looks kinda crappy now, but new keycaps are on their way :thumb: Cat added for scale ;D

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Nice

Needs more cat
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 09 January 2016, 04:11:56
5:15AM local time, but I just finished my first bolt mod, and it works! :D
Looks kinda crappy now, but new keycaps are on their way :thumb: Cat added for scale ;D

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Nice ANSI conversion!  Using the cat for scale is a great plus too!  If you put both ON a scale, I think the keyboard would win!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Misha353W on Mon, 25 January 2016, 19:59:49
I got my order from Unicomp and finished my 120 key!

Not sure if this is what I ordered :-[

(http://s10.postimg.org/t0cy3q321/20160126_0201506.jpg)

And here's the end result:

(http://s11.postimg.org/ozzx2rxer/20160116_1926583.jpg)

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 25 January 2016, 23:08:54
I got my order from Unicomp and finished my 120 key!

Not sure if this is what I ordered :-[

Show Image
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And here's the end result:

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How many keys did Unicomp provide?  Just enough for the standard 101 layout?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Misha353W on Tue, 26 January 2016, 07:27:17
It's a 104 key set, the upper F-keys are the ones that came with the keyboard.
On a side note: the new keycaps have some imperfections, there's a bit of colour difference between the pebble keys and I had to sand down the corners on almost 1/3rd of them.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 30 January 2016, 23:43:08
It's a 104 key set, the upper F-keys are the ones that came with the keyboard.
On a side note: the new keycaps have some imperfections, there's a bit of colour difference between the pebble keys and I had to sand down the corners on almost 1/3rd of them.

Yeah, I didn't think they would provide F13 to F24 :))

And their quality control is ... interesting.  My RGB set has different shades of green for the two shift keys, and I'm not the only one.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Wed, 03 February 2016, 07:49:58
[post moved to Keyboards section (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=79362.new#new)]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 15 March 2016, 12:35:50
BS family shot
(http://i.imgur.com/sEi2S2L.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Venatorious on Tue, 15 March 2016, 22:40:58
Hey sixty I saw you on reddit!  Still eyeing the displaywrite SSK  :p
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 16 March 2016, 00:41:23
BS family shot
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That's a very impressive collection!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sat, 26 March 2016, 05:23:14
BS family shot
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Good variety, very represent!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Mon, 28 March 2016, 17:52:10
(http://i.imgur.com/xPtSILF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/FnB4djs.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/RmGb7JN.jpg?1)

Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Mon, 28 March 2016, 17:59:50
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Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)
that japanese ssk is too sexy..
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Mon, 28 March 2016, 18:17:24
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Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)
that japanese ssk is too sexy..

And the last one sold for more than 1200$: http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d188868744

Meanwhile...

(http://i.imgur.com/p6F1ZaH.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Mon, 28 March 2016, 18:53:25
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Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)
that japanese ssk is too sexy..

And the last one sold for more than 1200$: http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d188868744

Meanwhile...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p6F1ZaH.jpg)

INSANE... truly an amazing board but had no idea.. one the the guys at a recent Bay area meetup got one back in december for like $75 shipped  :eek:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Mon, 28 March 2016, 19:03:00
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(http://i.imgur.com/RmGb7JN.jpg?1)


Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)
that japanese ssk is too sexy..

And the last one sold for more than 1200$: http://page4.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/d188868744

Meanwhile...

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/p6F1ZaH.jpg)

INSANE... truly an amazing board but had no idea.. one the the guys at a recent Bay area meetup got one back in december for like $75 shipped  :eek:

Yeah, I know, but this guy had the extreme opposite situation and had a lot of luck. This is the only time that ever I saw one going for that low. I really regret that I didn't bid on that auction...  :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Tue, 29 March 2016, 00:27:23
BS family shot
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SL: What's that SSK with the stepped modifiers?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 29 March 2016, 00:41:47
BS family shot
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/sEi2S2L.jpg)


SL: What's that SSK with the stepped modifiers?
it's a displaywrite ssk:
(http://www.zwettler.net/uploads/pics/IBM_Model_M_SSK_1392464_19880115_1920x1080.jpg)
(not my pic)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Fri, 01 April 2016, 02:17:04
SL: What's that SSK with the stepped modifiers?
it's a displaywrite ssk:
Show Image
(http://www.zwettler.net/uploads/pics/IBM_Model_M_SSK_1392464_19880115_1920x1080.jpg)

(not my pic)

Huh? You mean a Displaywriter (https://deskthority.net/wiki/IBM_Displaywriter)? But that can't be a beam spring KB... The case is from the Model M era. I must be missing something.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: smknjoe on Fri, 01 April 2016, 02:22:27
DisplayWrite was an IBM word processor App. I'm guessing the keycaps on the SSK are DW specific.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ander on Sat, 02 April 2016, 04:30:17
DisplayWrite was an IBM word processor App. I'm guessing the keycaps on the SSK are DW specific.

How interesting! I've used lots of apps that have specified the keys you should press with them, but never any that specified what shapes the keys should be.

Software that seeks to control the hardware it runs on... Hmm, could there be a movie idea here?


(https://crashlanden.files.wordpress.com/2010/12/sarkdw.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Sun, 03 April 2016, 00:13:31
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Old pictures, but never posted them. It's now done. :)

Nice collection :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 05 April 2016, 21:15:15
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

(http://i.imgur.com/8FbXILe.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 05 April 2016, 21:40:03
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8FbXILe.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)

is that beamspring case made out of metal? that thing is a beast!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:04:38
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8FbXILe.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)

is that beamspring case made out of metal? that thing is a beast!
Unfortunately no, the later models like this one have a thick metal back plate and internal frame but the top is a hard plastic. The 3XXX series ones are massive metal behemoths though, I could oggle them for days.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: demik on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:09:19
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

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Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)


heeeeeeey webwit style pictures.

what's the name of the middle board?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:12:06
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8FbXILe.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)


heeeeeeey webwit style pictures.

what's the name of the middle board?
107-key 4704 Model F, Kishy unsaver
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: demik on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:13:40
thanks
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:25:47
OP didn't specify buckling or beam spring, quick family shots:

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/8FbXILe.jpg)


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/tfj6Lqa.jpg)

is that beamspring case made out of metal? that thing is a beast!
Unfortunately no, the later models like this one have a thick metal back plate and internal frame but the top is a hard plastic. The 3XXX series ones are massive metal behemoths though, I could oggle them for days.

ah, thanks. you planning on converting it? how do you like beam spring vs the cap. BS on the 4704? really hope to try beam spring one of these days.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Venatorious on Tue, 05 April 2016, 22:34:32
That F107 is divine ill fite you for it
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Wed, 06 April 2016, 20:02:12
That F107 is divine ill fite you for it

I just like that it has the original foot on it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 06 April 2016, 22:12:08
ah, thanks. you planning on converting it? how do you like beam spring vs the cap. BS on the 4704? really hope to try beam spring one of these days.

Just got my beamspring xwhatsit in today, still need to finish cleaning up the case and things. So far I really like the beamspring, but I'll know better once the caps are back on from being cleaned and I can spend a day working from my home office on it. Would love to bring it to work but I think my coworkers would murder me, and that's withoit the solenoid! Been using the F107 a lot lately so I'll have a fresh experinve in mind during the comparison.

Thanks for the kind words chaps.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TheRavenDog on Fri, 08 April 2016, 20:22:33
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

My favorite custom key isn't shown in this picture.
The top right key on the NumPad now says "Quindar PTT" (for Push-To-Talk).
When depressed, it un-mutes my Mic and plays the NASA Quindar in-tone (2525 Hz for 250 ms).
When released, it mutes my mic and plays the Quindar out-tone (2475 Hz for 250 ms).

Every web meeting feels like Mission Control:
"[In-tone] Mission Control, you're in the mud. Try switching S band to Omni Bravo. Over. [Out-tone]"
"[In-tone] Roger that, Houston. I've got you 5x5. You're in the pipe. Over. [Out-tone]"

Drives my co-workers crazy!


(http://i.imgur.com/GJVeKC2.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Fri, 08 April 2016, 20:53:44
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

My favorite custom key isn't shown in this picture.
The top right key on the NumPad now says "Quindar PTT" (for Push-To-Talk).
When depressed, it un-mutes my Mic and plays the NASA Quindar in-tone (2525 Hz for 250 ms).
When released, it mutes my mic and plays the Quindar out-tone (2475 Hz for 250 ms).

Every web meeting feels like Mission Control:
"[In-tone] Mission Control, you're in the mud. Try switching S band to Omni Bravo. Over. [Out-tone]"
"[In-tone] Roger that, Houston. I've got you 5x5. You're in the pipe. Over. [Out-tone]"

Drives my co-workers crazy!


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/GJVeKC2.jpg?1)


So a 1390120 case with a older Unicomp 104 barrel plate?  Looks very nice.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 08 April 2016, 22:42:28
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

My favorite custom key isn't shown in this picture.
The top right key on the NumPad now says "Quindar PTT" (for Push-To-Talk).
When depressed, it un-mutes my Mic and plays the NASA Quindar in-tone (2525 Hz for 250 ms).
When released, it mutes my mic and plays the Quindar out-tone (2475 Hz for 250 ms).

Every web meeting feels like Mission Control:
"[In-tone] Mission Control, you're in the mud. Try switching S band to Omni Bravo. Over. [Out-tone]"
"[In-tone] Roger that, Houston. I've got you 5x5. You're in the pipe. Over. [Out-tone]"

Drives my co-workers crazy!


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/GJVeKC2.jpg?1)


That. It so badass.

Really cool idea with the mic, haha. I'll have to think up some more creative bindings sometime...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TheRavenDog on Sat, 09 April 2016, 12:24:38
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

My favorite custom key isn't shown in this picture.
The top right key on the NumPad now says "Quindar PTT" (for Push-To-Talk).
When depressed, it un-mutes my Mic and plays the NASA Quindar in-tone (2525 Hz for 250 ms).
When released, it mutes my mic and plays the Quindar out-tone (2475 Hz for 250 ms).

Every web meeting feels like Mission Control:
"[In-tone] Mission Control, you're in the mud. Try switching S band to Omni Bravo. Over. [Out-tone]"
"[In-tone] Roger that, Houston. I've got you 5x5. You're in the pipe. Over. [Out-tone]"

Drives my co-workers crazy!


Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/GJVeKC2.jpg?1)


So a 1390120 case with a older Unicomp 104 barrel plate?  Looks very nice.

Good eye! That's exactly how I built it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: thatsmrdoctortoyou on Mon, 11 April 2016, 15:24:52
[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 15 April 2016, 19:47:47
(http://i.imgur.com/BJCRjbv.jpg)

Solenoid wired up and hammering away. This thing is thunderous.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: katushkin on Fri, 15 April 2016, 20:48:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BJCRjbv.jpg)


Solenoid wired up and hammering away. This thing is thunderous.

Bruh.

It's bootiful
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rurushu on Sat, 16 April 2016, 10:48:10
all these SSKs.... i am jelly
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Wilkie on Sat, 16 April 2016, 11:34:38
SSK with blanks, like ramnes shows, is perhaps the most beautiful board, I think.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mobbo on Tue, 19 April 2016, 15:23:09
[attachimg=1]

[attachimg=2]

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 19 April 2016, 16:24:24
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/BJCRjbv.jpg)


Solenoid wired up and hammering away. This thing is thunderous.
that beamspring looks awesome topless
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 19 April 2016, 16:25:16
(Attachment Link)

(Attachment Link)
so clean
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: petey293 on Tue, 19 April 2016, 16:28:49
Long time lurker here but I haven't posted much, here's what I got:

A 42H1292 with the guts of a 1391401: The case of the 1391401 was in bad shape with cracks and large chunks missing, and the 42H1292 sucked to type on. It was really inconsistent and some keys didn't click until they were bottomed out, no rivets were missing surprisingly. Anyway, I combined them and it worked nicely, the controller is just stuffed in there and I had to move the LED strip, but I'm happier with it than I was with the two boards the way they were.
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1627/25924727114_ddeca85e31_o.jpg)


A Unicomp Classic 101, feels almost exactly like the 42H1292 used to except all the keys actually work correctly. A lot lighter than the IBMs in both weight and feel
Yes F10 and F9 are reversed :))
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1530/25924729694_ef587558e6_o.jpg)


and an early 1390131, the heaviest and stiffest but that's why I like it!
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1454/26437350602_119bb27165_o.jpg)
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1611/26463605041_cb114695f0_o.jpg)

I'm also waiting on a NIB SSK in the mail, there will be pictures of that soon  :D :D :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Tue, 19 April 2016, 16:40:14
Long time lurker here but I haven't posted much, here's what I got:

A 42H1292 with the guts of a 1391401: The case of the 1391401 was in bad shape with cracks and large chunks missing, and the 42H1292 sucked to type on. It was really inconsistent and some keys didn't click until they were bottomed out, no rivets were missing surprisingly. Anyway, I combined them and it worked nicely, the controller is just stuffed in there and I had to move the LED strip, but I'm happier with it than I was with the two boards the way they were.
Show Image
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1627/25924727114_ddeca85e31_o.jpg)



A Unicomp Classic 101, feels almost exactly like the 42H1292 used to except all the keys actually work correctly. A lot lighter than the IBMs in both weight and feel
Yes F10 and F9 are reversed :))
Show Image
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1530/25924729694_ef587558e6_o.jpg)



and an early 1390131, the heaviest and stiffest but that's why I like it!
Show Image
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1454/26437350602_119bb27165_o.jpg)

Show Image
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1611/26463605041_cb114695f0_o.jpg)


I'm also waiting on a NIB SSK in the mail, there will be pictures of that soon  :D :D :D
that silver label is majestic. love the beefy tempered steel backplate on those early models
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: petey293 on Tue, 19 April 2016, 16:53:33
that silver label is majestic. love the beefy tempered steel backplate on those early models
oh yeah, gotta love the heavy metal
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1621/26529686945_608e84cd12_o.jpg)

And the *RARE* SQUARE CRYSTAL! :rolleyes:
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1530/26503724096_075c1d23aa_o.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 27 April 2016, 15:40:38
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

So this is your listing I guess :)
http://www.marktplaats.nl/a/computers-en-software/toetsenborden/m1025401256-ibm-model-m-toetsenbord.html

How come you want to pass it forward?


Meanwhile, my desk the other day
(http://i.imgur.com/A56JSQl.jpg)

That F122 has one column not working though :/
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: petey293 on Wed, 27 April 2016, 22:53:56
What's this, in its packaging?
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1600/26687577145_7c49175bc2_z.jpg)

It's brand new but its original box was lost, so I guess I'll call it "new in foam"
(https://farm2.staticflickr.com/1503/26081727644_f0452e0d58_k.jpg)

I've since done a bolt mod because it was missing about 2/3 of its rivets, now it feels nicer and I'm liking the extra desk space!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ramnes on Thu, 28 April 2016, 05:29:55
Nice! Where did you find it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: petey293 on Thu, 28 April 2016, 13:36:54
Nice! Where did you find it?

good old eBay, though it was a good price even if it wasn't new. I just considered that a bonus :). Now I just need to find an industrial somewhere that isn't $1000 or over :eek:
and I know the price on this will skyrocket ($100 now): http://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Model-M13-Industrial-Keyboard-Maxiswitch-with-Trackpoint-06H4173-/231925666516?hash=item35ffd8d2d4:g:hEYAAOSw6kxXH83J
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 April 2016, 13:41:54
Mmmm, I like that collection petey293. Thanks for sharing. Gotta love square crystals and all things BS :D.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TheRavenDog on Fri, 29 April 2016, 21:52:45
Here's a picture of my highly customized Frankenboard.
It's got 10 distinct modifier keys (including a working APL key).

So this is your listing I guess :)
http://www.marktplaats.nl/a/computers-en-software/toetsenborden/m1025401256-ibm-model-m-toetsenbord.html

How come you want to pass it forward?


Meanwhile, my desk the other day
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/A56JSQl.jpg)


That F122 has one column not working though :/

That's my picture, but not my post.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: infiniti on Fri, 29 April 2016, 22:08:32
Nice! Where did you find it?

good old eBay, though it was a good price even if it wasn't new. I just considered that a bonus :). Now I just need to find an industrial somewhere that isn't $1000 or over :eek:
and I know the price on this will skyrocket ($100 now): http://www.ebay.com/itm/IBM-Model-M13-Industrial-Keyboard-Maxiswitch-with-Trackpoint-06H4173-/231925666516?hash=item35ffd8d2d4:g:hEYAAOSw6kxXH83J

I think Shadovved (https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=profile;u=22184) is still selling a couple of Industrial Ms (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=62099.0). ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Mon, 09 May 2016, 02:05:19
I guess I joined the club yesterday. Sorry for the potatoes these are the ebay pics but I am so happy I had to post this.

 (http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/3e2c98165511e3fc673b6abf80dda31d.jpg)
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/e843b45e1f89003ffcf212d6df5a6d3c.jpg)

Gesendet von meinem D5803 mit Tapatalk

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Mon, 09 May 2016, 08:41:29
Wow. I didn't know Ambra's had different keycaps than other model Ms. White modifiers. My wallet will not be pleased :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 10 May 2016, 22:21:09
I guess I joined the club yesterday. Sorry for the potatoes these are the ebay pics but I am so happy I had to post this.

 
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/3e2c98165511e3fc673b6abf80dda31d.jpg)

Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160509/e843b45e1f89003ffcf212d6df5a6d3c.jpg)


Gesendet von meinem D5803 mit Tapatalk

4th Gen Ambra???  Very odd.  Kinda reminds me of KeyTronic rubberdomes more than a Model M.
The keycaps are all one color.  Still very very peculiar.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 08:45:23
Some of the older WheelWriters had all the caps the same color too.

(http://mrtypewriter.tripod.com/images/ibm/danwheel3.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 10:07:46
Nevermind....posted by mistake
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 11 May 2016, 10:25:31
Some of the older WheelWriters had all the caps the same color too.

I looked on Deskthority.  It is indeed an Ambra.  It is just really weird.  4th Gen M.  Nice find!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Wed, 11 May 2016, 11:47:51
Some of the older WheelWriters had all the caps the same color too.

I looked on Deskthority.  It is indeed an Ambra.  It is just really weird.  4th Gen M.  Nice find!
http://imgur.com/a/XxIuW

I love it :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Alex92 on Sat, 14 May 2016, 13:04:54
Finally managed to track one of these down, and it was new in box too  :)

(http://i.imgur.com/spc7VHm.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/mkkoXRL.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/cNcRK9C.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: demik on Tue, 24 May 2016, 03:11:43
(http://i.imgur.com/ztmDm.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 24 May 2016, 10:23:02
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ztmDm.jpg)


Very nice demik. I thought you got rid of yours a while ago. Nice to see you back with more BS.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Tue, 07 June 2016, 18:04:09
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160607/8815a8bf4eee8b09f4981d9c6f92a064.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 08 June 2016, 21:58:05
Sorry for the potatoes =/

(http://i.imgur.com/sKTOpbe.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/wQvSZHq.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: reaper on Wed, 08 June 2016, 22:11:16
(http://i.imgur.com/YvN1dm6.jpg)


(http://i.imgur.com/D7P3xNI.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Moistgun on Wed, 08 June 2016, 22:13:19
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ztmDm.jpg)

Any changes coming? Or just stock and endgame?

Sent from my local payphone

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Sun, 12 June 2016, 07:37:54
I cleaned and screw modded my 1390133!(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/de4e83dab41a0b137495900093dc79b7.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sun, 12 June 2016, 09:44:44
I cleaned and screw modded my 1390133!
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/de4e83dab41a0b137495900093dc79b7.jpg)

yay another addition to the square badge club!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Tue, 14 June 2016, 03:21:33
I cleaned and screw modded my 1390133!
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160612/de4e83dab41a0b137495900093dc79b7.jpg)

yay another addition to the square badge club!


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
Thank you. This beast is really heavy! :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 18 June 2016, 14:49:50
Here's my oldie with a little sugar on it:
(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNq.jpg)

My restoration photo log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 18 June 2016, 15:57:01
Here's my oldie with a little sugar on it:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNq.jpg)


My restoration photo log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490
looks sexy dude! nice resto  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Crossfire on Sat, 18 June 2016, 16:01:40
She does! 😉
Yeah quite some work and $ was put into it but it's all worth it! Really satisfied with how it's all fallen together nicely.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 18 June 2016, 20:36:49
removed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sat, 18 June 2016, 21:31:26
Here's my oldie with a little sugar on it:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9I4QgNq.jpg)


My restoration photo log: http://imgur.com/a/4a490

You did a really great job on that  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Crossfire on Sun, 19 June 2016, 01:03:59
does that have the teensy?
Correct, 2.0 flashed with soarers controller (not converter). Layout and configuration is basically hhkb with a numpad.

You did a really great job on that  :thumb:
Thanks man, appreciate it!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Sun, 19 June 2016, 06:23:47
Like this and a really unable Layout, too.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: juahenza on Tue, 21 June 2016, 02:31:12
my industrial SSK P.1395682


(http://i.imgur.com/ri5n2Al.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4xs8Y7J.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/xyo1XO9.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/lfhp3FA.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/pGgr9yY.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/4dHdznR.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 02:43:15
Have had this guy for a while, Lexmark branded 1398601. Early from when Lexmark just started producing Model M's I think.
(http://i.imgur.com/qNGaESn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/fIxfQ0b.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/LtU5Yb0.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 21 June 2016, 07:41:14
Have had this guy for a while, Lexmark branded 1398601. Early from when Lexmark just started producing Model M's I think.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qNGaESn.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fIxfQ0b.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LtU5Yb0.jpg)

Thats interesting, ive never seen one with the older style label that is a lexmark


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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 22 June 2016, 16:11:21
Have had this guy for a while, Lexmark branded 1398601. Early from when Lexmark just started producing Model M's I think.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/qNGaESn.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/fIxfQ0b.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/LtU5Yb0.jpg)

Thats interesting, ive never seen one with the older style label that is a lexmark


Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Yep!  They do exist.
http://imgur.com/a/p6kmH
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 24 June 2016, 05:36:05
(http://i.imgur.com/kVZLISph.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 24 June 2016, 15:01:54
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kVZLISph.jpg)


LOL that would be painful to type on to be honest!  Great beam spring!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 16:28:03
Finally finished her off, Ive been waiting soooo long for this
(http://i.imgur.com/PVzRgri.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 20:18:32
removed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 20:21:33
Finally finished her off, Ive been waiting soooo long for this
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PVzRgri.jpg)


how did you make it usb?  I have one to modify lying around from the secret santa :D
Just a teensy flashed with soarers and 4 wires soldered to the pins on the original connector. I kept it very simple so I could remove the teensy at any time because I have  a 5150 and 5151 monitor that this board came with, all in their original boxes.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 20:25:11
removed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 20:27:01
Finally finished her off, Ive been waiting soooo long for this
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PVzRgri.jpg)


how did you make it usb?  I have one to modify lying around from the secret santa :D
Just a teensy flashed with soarers and 4 wires soldered to the pins on the original connector. I kept it very simple so I could remove the teensy at any time because I have  a 5150 and 5151 monitor that this board came with, all in their original boxes.

that's cool.  Hopefully I get around to doing the same :D
I can send you pictures and a diagram of how I wired it up if you need, but not until next sunday, as I will be on vacation this week and I cant be bothered to open it up right now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alienman82 on Sat, 25 June 2016, 21:08:50
removed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Sun, 26 June 2016, 07:45:39

(http://i.imgur.com/pGgr9yY.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/pGgr9yY.jpg)




A thing of beauty you have there! I've got 4 industrial IBM keyboards (one real, 3 NOS full shells) but they're all full-size. I'm still pissed off that I got outbid at 450 EUR (I think it went for 510 EUR) back in the days when there was a real industrial miny on sale at DT.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: juahenza on Sun, 26 June 2016, 08:12:54

(http://i.imgur.com/pGgr9yY.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/pGgr9yY.jpg)




A thing of beauty you have there! I've got 4 industrial IBM keyboards (one real, 3 NOS full shells) but they're all full-size. I'm still pissed off that I got outbid at 450 EUR (I think it went for 510 EUR) back in the days when there was a real industrial miny on sale at DT.

Thanks. please show us some pictures of yours, not easy to find one of these nowadays. Even thought its overpriced for mine i never regret a bit getting this piece.  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Crossfire on Sun, 26 June 2016, 13:07:58
Finally finished her off, Ive been waiting soooo long for this
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/PVzRgri.jpg)

What was done on this bigfoot?
Very nice job, man!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Mon, 27 June 2016, 16:50:28
Thanks. please show us some pictures of yours, not easy to find one of these nowadays. Even thought its overpriced for mine i never regret a bit getting this piece.  :thumb:

Dangit, cannot find the cool pics I have: maybe already lost somewhere in this thread!? The only pic I have is this one: the real industrial with M13 white-on-black keys and the "fake" one with white keys from an Ambra (the Ambra one is missing the 'H' key but then 'esc' was available as I had a black-on-red Geek Hack IBM Model M keycap from a groupbuy from the prehistoric era):

[attachimg=1]


By the way how much did that gorgeous industrial mini cost you? (even it it's overpriced, you'll probably always find someone willing to buy it for a very very good price anyway)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: juahenza on Tue, 28 June 2016, 03:19:45
Thanks. please show us some pictures of yours, not easy to find one of these nowadays. Even thought its overpriced for mine i never regret a bit getting this piece.  :thumb:

Dangit, cannot find the cool pics I have: maybe already lost somewhere in this thread!? The only pic I have is this one: the real industrial with M13 white-on-black keys and the "fake" one with white keys from an Ambra (the Ambra one is missing the 'H' key but then 'esc' was available as I had a black-on-red Geek Hack IBM Model M keycap from a groupbuy from the prehistoric era):

(Attachment Link)
 nice ones you have there. my industrial ssk cost 1.050

By the way how much did that gorgeous industrial mini cost you? (even it it's overpriced, you'll probably always find someone willing to buy it for a very very good price anyway)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: avantdark on Sat, 02 July 2016, 06:33:13
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160702/16cf9d24f88c2d93f31da6a2719fcb93.jpg)

Added some colors on my board

Gesendet von meinem D5803 mit Tapatalk

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Sat, 02 July 2016, 15:05:44
Kinda off topic but does anyone have a link to a tool that can open the Model M? Need to do the bolt mod. Been to a couple stores and none of the tools i've found fit.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 02 July 2016, 16:14:19
Kinda off topic but does anyone have a link to a tool that can open the Model M? Need to do the bolt mod. Been to a couple stores and none of the tools i've found fit.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/offer-listing/B000BQ4XP6/ref=dp_olp_0?ie=UTF8&condition=all
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mteinum on Sat, 02 July 2016, 16:44:17
Here is my 1391409

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7122/27280410414_2f14e5eef6_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HyFezG)

IBM Model M (https://flic.kr/p/HyFezG) by Morten Teinum (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mortenteinum/), on Flickr

(https://c7.staticflickr.com/8/7640/27280409374_8fe2a3dddb_b.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/HyFegL)

IBM Model M (https://flic.kr/p/HyFegL) by Morten Teinum (https://www.flickr.com/photos/mortenteinum/), on Flickr
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Moistgun on Sun, 03 July 2016, 20:06:54
Kinda off topic but does anyone have a link to a tool that can open the Model M? Need to do the bolt mod. Been to a couple stores and none of the tools i've found fit.

Any decent socket set should have the 7/16th long throat bit you want. 

Might be 7/32 idr
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: smknjoe on Sun, 03 July 2016, 20:23:46
It's the 7/32 that you need for the case. 1/4 for the ground cable if I'm not mistaken. This kit has all you need: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0006OBFEK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sun, 03 July 2016, 21:42:25
Feelin patriotic.
(http://i.imgur.com/cYPht4w.jpg)
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 03 July 2016, 21:59:27
Feelin patriotic.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cYPht4w.jpg)


'Murica! What's up with the CPUs?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sun, 03 July 2016, 22:04:13
Feelin patriotic.
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(http://i.imgur.com/cYPht4w.jpg)


'Murica! What's up with the CPUs?
I dont know, I like the look of em. As you can see in my profile pic they were on my 1390131 in the past, and I like it.
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 03 July 2016, 22:12:24
Feelin patriotic.
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cYPht4w.jpg)


'Murica! What's up with the CPUs?
I dont know, I like the look of em. As you can see in my profile pic they were on my 1390131 in the past, and I like it.

Ahh, nice. They old chips are kind of cool looking.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Melvang on Tue, 05 July 2016, 00:27:18
Very nice, my parents first computer was a Packard Bell with a 486 SX2 processor.

Either way, I finally got my Kishy done aside from paint, but that will have to wait as I am not doing that myself.

Here is a quick pic.

[attach=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Tue, 05 July 2016, 06:37:07
Very nice, my parents first computer was a Packard Bell with a 486 SX2 processor.

Damn I'm old! I remember my 386 DX 33 Mhz which I could boost to 40 Mhz, while it was running, by pressing the "turbo" button. And that was far from my first computer: first computers were 8-bit beasts :)


Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 05 July 2016, 14:38:16
Very nice, my parents first computer was a Packard Bell with a 486 SX2 processor.

Damn I'm old! I remember my 386 DX 33 Mhz which I could boost to 40 Mhz, while it was running, by pressing the "turbo" button. And that was far from my first computer: first computers were 8-bit beasts :)

Now you just made me feel very old. :( I'm over the hill, I suppose.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: emdude on Fri, 08 July 2016, 20:21:28
IBM 3277 model 2

(http://i.imgur.com/jrsHiJF.jpg)
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Fri, 08 July 2016, 20:50:46
IBM 3277 model 2

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jrsHiJF.jpg)


Dude. That looks awesome. Must be a joy to type on!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: emdude on Fri, 08 July 2016, 22:57:39
Thanks!  Beam springs are definitely super fun to type on. ;D

More
(http://i.imgur.com/FWLLv5A.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Fri, 08 July 2016, 23:05:45
Thanks!  Beam springs are definitely super fun to type on. ;D

More
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/FWLLv5A.jpg)

I love that it has a ¢ symbol!
How much work does it take to get one of these up and running on a modern computer?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: emdude on Sat, 09 July 2016, 01:01:19
It seems to be pretty easy; if you have a pre-assembled xwhatsit, then I think it's just a matter of installing it in lieu of the original controller, like so:

(https://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=58138.0;attach=64349;image)

Unfortunately, my 3277 seems to be one of the original IBM beam springs, and the controller and pad card are on the same PCB, making it impossible to use an xwhatsit. :(

(http://i.imgur.com/z9AOdVX.jpg)
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sat, 09 July 2016, 07:26:38
Ahh. I'll have to keep that in mind when I start looking for one. Could you just use a soarer's converter?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Sat, 09 July 2016, 11:58:05
Beamsprings use a completely different protocol I think, so converter wouldn't do. You need a whole controller and with capsense xwhatsit is the only option (for now; there is some development on this front)

@emdude, perhaps you could pluck out the controller chip on that one, and connect xwhatsit with some ribbon cable to the pins? Not the nicest setup sure, and may involve some precision soldering, but maybe it's doable?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Sat, 09 July 2016, 12:12:47
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/kVZLISph.jpg)


IBM 3277 model 2

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/jrsHiJF.jpg)


Beamspring is so sexy, I can't wait til I get one

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sat, 09 July 2016, 16:37:50
Beamsprings use a completely different protocol I think, so converter wouldn't do. You need a whole controller and with capsense xwhatsit is the only option (for now; there is some development on this front)

Thanks for the info alh84001!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Mon, 11 July 2016, 16:26:39
Got my 1398601 finally opened. One broken rivet, that's it. Was expecting much more. Am doing the bolt mod anyway since it feels off around the enter key.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Wed, 13 July 2016, 22:52:16
I bolt modded my Model M, and I love it. It feels so fresh and responsive. I would advise anyone with a unsatisfactory BS experience to do this mod. I only had one broken rivet and it feels so much better nonetheless.
Pics:
(http://i.imgur.com/ElZXhIb.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/J3EjS22.jpg?1)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Thu, 14 July 2016, 13:50:30
Happy Family
(http://i.imgur.com/vUsh27T.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Moistgun on Thu, 14 July 2016, 15:35:22
I bolt modded my Model M, and I love it. It feels so fresh and responsive. I would advise anyone with a unsatisfactory BS experience to do this mod. I only had one broken rivet and it feels so much better nonetheless.
Pics:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/ElZXhIb.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/J3EjS22.jpg?1)


Very cool.
TBH, I dont think I noticed much of a difference.
I didnt use mine as a daily driver, but I had 20 broken rivets and never noticed a feel difference.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Thu, 14 July 2016, 22:38:21
Happy Family
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/vUsh27T.jpg)


Very nice sir. I love seeing the evolution!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Sun, 24 July 2016, 12:34:24
Just bought a brand new original industrial case from Unicomp. Excited to try it on :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: lolpes on Sun, 24 July 2016, 12:42:58
My SSK with PT displaywriter caps :)

(http://i.imgur.com/YIVECNN.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Sun, 24 July 2016, 21:31:42
Potato pic of the new arrivals
(http://i.imgur.com/QGo6hIA.jpg)

M2 has some springs bent and two springs stretched out which would often actuate the switch even when keycap was not depressed, so I took them out. I'll need to get replacements to do the board justice. Quite an interesting board to say the least.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Thu, 28 July 2016, 06:44:36
An IBM model M 1394428 terminal board. has some weird caps. not sure if it works. first i need to get another teensy... guess it would help if any documentation existed of it or if i could find its counterpart. I'm assuming the model number shows few results because it is english layout.
[attach=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: CPTBadAss on Thu, 28 July 2016, 06:49:16
An IBM model M 1394428 terminal board. has some weird caps. not sure if it works. first i need to get another teensy... guess it would help if any documentation existed of it or if i could find its counterpart. I'm assuming the model number shows few results because it is english layout.
(Attachment Link)

This might be helpful to you (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=27272.0).
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: juahenza on Thu, 28 July 2016, 06:52:14
(http://i.imgur.com/lKROWXa.jpg)

custom caps from unicomp  ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Thu, 28 July 2016, 06:54:13
thanks for the link, i feel confident about converting it but i hate owning something and the only documentation of its existence is a gumtree ad from 2 years ago. for £30 i can't complain though...
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jerue on Thu, 28 July 2016, 08:03:47
new photos!

(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8364/27907900074_57e695d0f8_k.jpg)
IBM Displaywrite SSK rear shot (https://flic.kr/p/Jw8hoW)


(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8787/28524384355_3af5d00c87_k.jpg)
IBM Displaywrite SSK + Pharaoh BBv2 (https://flic.kr/p/KsAVGg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: juahenza on Thu, 28 July 2016, 08:05:19
new photos!

Show Image
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8364/27907900074_57e695d0f8_k.jpg)
[/url]
IBM Displaywrite SSK rear shot (https://flic.kr/p/Jw8hoW)


Show Image
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8787/28524384355_3af5d00c87_k.jpg)
[/url]
IBM Displaywrite SSK + Pharaoh BBv2 (https://flic.kr/p/KsAVGg)

so much epicness in one picture  :eek:
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Post by: Moistgun on Thu, 28 July 2016, 09:21:10
new photos!

Show Image
(https://c3.staticflickr.com/9/8364/27907900074_57e695d0f8_k.jpg)
[/url]
IBM Displaywrite SSK rear shot (https://flic.kr/p/Jw8hoW)


Show Image
(https://c4.staticflickr.com/9/8787/28524384355_3af5d00c87_k.jpg)
[/url]
IBM Displaywrite SSK + Pharaoh BBv2 (https://flic.kr/p/KsAVGg)


6/10

Theres a crumb in the left channel.

Nice try Jerue.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Thu, 28 July 2016, 18:15:02
Theres a crumb in the left channel.

Nice try Jerue.

He got so close too =/
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Belfong on Fri, 29 July 2016, 08:00:04
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160729/919df33399ffb5783d7f4c99f7d1224e.jpg)
I love how close the blues are to each other!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Fri, 29 July 2016, 08:19:39
just got my 1394428 cleaned up and it's looking good so far...

[attachimg=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Sat, 30 July 2016, 15:18:31
Got my NOS industrial case :D Its feels great to finally have a IBM logo'd product.
(http://i.imgur.com/oDRQPJN.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/u8pMqDk.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/lFp4E47.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/Nr5w7e9.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Darkshado on Sat, 30 July 2016, 21:25:56
Bought two model Ms (and my first buckling spring boards) Thursday evening. I took an old mothballed machine to test them, waiting a PS/2 to USB converter...

I don't have a suitable 5.5.mm driver right now: cleaned both keysets, cases and top barrel plate, no broken rivets judging by sound and uniform feel. :)

The one I'm currently typing on is an ISO white logo model 1391413 with the French Canadian layout, made in Mexico and dated June 5th 1989.

(http://i.imgur.com/L8PQDv9.jpg)

The other one is a bit of an oddity around here: a Greenock board, white logo model 1391402, France French AZERTY, dated December 12th 1990. My plan is to convert it to the French Canadian layout, which is partway done. As you can see it is also missing a few keycaps; might get fancy and ask if they have any of those NOS Industrial cases left over...

(http://i.imgur.com/YHSxO1j.jpg)

Regards,

Darkshado
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 18:08:37
So many boards waiting on keycaps. Some waiting on cables too :/
(http://i.imgur.com/uVmKEhS.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 18:36:44
So many boards waiting on keycaps. Some waiting on cables too :/
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uVmKEhS.jpg)


nice collection  :eek:
do i see a crack in the SSK case? :(
Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 18:37:39
So many boards waiting on keycaps. Some waiting on cables too :/
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/uVmKEhS.jpg)


nice collection  :eek:
do i see a crack in the SSK case? :(
it looks like a modded 101 case cut into a ssk. notice the cuts on the top and bottom. Plus, the ssk didnt have such a large bezel at the top.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 18:45:56
just noticed the cut at the bottom, which made me think that its been cut into an ssk
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 18:52:42
Yep. That's a cut case. And i made an error, so it's a bit too much cut, but luckily the nav cluster just fits. There's an FSSK PCB inside actually.

For some more cutting (and gluing), that's an M122 from a regular case put inside a F122-like bottom case from another M122, and covered with a top case from an actual F122 :)) I used the top case from M122 on my F122.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Aran.E99 on Sun, 31 July 2016, 19:01:04
thanks for listing the parts :p,

i'd mod my model M but i'd sooner sell it to fund other keyboard purchases. maybe one day....
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Wed, 05 October 2016, 05:01:31
Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20160607/8815a8bf4eee8b09f4981d9c6f92a064.jpg)


Very nice yellow keys ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: slot demon on Tue, 18 October 2016, 09:59:13
(http://i.imgur.com/MbQUels.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alienman82 on Tue, 18 October 2016, 10:18:49
removed.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: slot demon on Tue, 18 October 2016, 10:29:25
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/MbQUels.jpg)


pretty cool board

Thanks
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Post by: slot demon on Sat, 29 October 2016, 17:24:29
IBM storage.
[attach=1]
IBM Model F XT
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Sat, 29 October 2016, 19:55:30
Updated family shot!

(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161030/5483a4bfd0382b19c42e62060ac52096.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: slot demon on Tue, 01 November 2016, 17:57:37
Updated family shot!

Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161030/5483a4bfd0382b19c42e62060ac52096.jpg)

Nice, I see some typewriter keycaps on that XT, is the esc key dyed by your own?

Btw also a family shot:
[attach=1]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Tue, 01 November 2016, 19:04:27
Updated family shot!

Show Image
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161030/5483a4bfd0382b19c42e62060ac52096.jpg)

Nice, I see some typewriter keycaps on that XT, is the esc key dyed by your own?

Btw also a family shot:
(Attachment Link)
Nice pics! yes, those are typewriter caps, you have a keen eye. I have 2 sets of wheelwriter caps, one i keep on my xt, and the other will go on my f122 once I get it up and running (the capsense pcb is bad). I did dye the esc myself. I now put it on the ssk, which I am using on my desk now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: slot demon on Wed, 02 November 2016, 15:26:55
Another family shot.

[attach=1]
My Model m122.
[attach=2]
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Tue, 08 November 2016, 15:21:31
(http://i.imgur.com/OYhnKDH.jpg)

All these boards have 270 degree 5-pin DIN connector. And barcodes :)

(http://i.imgur.com/yfWyAGK.jpg)

I got the M122 without keycaps so I had to fill it with what I got. If anyone has a spare M122 keyset, ping me :). Also, F122 is ANSI-modded, and Unsaver and M122 are next in line.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: slot demon on Tue, 08 November 2016, 15:59:18
Nice :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 09 November 2016, 13:23:49
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OYhnKDH.jpg)


All these boards have 270 degree 5-pin DIN connector. And barcodes :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yfWyAGK.jpg)


I got the M122 without keycaps so I had to fill it with what I got. If anyone has a spare M122 keyset, ping me :). Also, F122 is ANSI-modded, and Unsaver and M122 are next in line.
If you were to sell your unsaver, what would you want for it?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 09 November 2016, 13:46:44
You can pry it away from my cold, dead hands :)

Strictly academically speaking, I would consider a kishy (or F77), a 3278 variant or some Alps unobtanium. "Consider" being the operative word.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 09 November 2016, 14:31:47
You can pry it away from my cold, dead hands :)

Strictly academically speaking, I would consider a kishy (or F77), a 3278 variant or some Alps unobtanium. "Consider" being the operative word.
Do you have a story about where you found it? I would love to hear where you got it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 09 November 2016, 14:42:37
I can't say it's an interesting story. Cindy found 8 them recently, and after a bit of ruckus I was among lucky seven to actually have privilege to buy them. It was back in June. There's a post on DT, with a couple of pics of the restoration I did.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 11 November 2016, 10:29:09
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/OYhnKDH.jpg)


All these boards have 270 degree 5-pin DIN connector. And barcodes :)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/yfWyAGK.jpg)


I got the M122 without keycaps so I had to fill it with what I got. If anyone has a spare M122 keyset, ping me :). Also, F122 is ANSI-modded, and Unsaver and M122 are next in line.

Nice collection! Is that a 1386303? Love it, the father to my beloved 1390120 :)

Jealous of the unsaver as well, one of the few BS boards I would consider adding to my collection.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Fri, 11 November 2016, 10:47:02
You're close. It's 1386304.
More
(https://i.imgur.com/p8KmJxC.jpg)

As for Unsaver, it attracts looks, that's true :) They pop up once a 12 to 18 months, so patience and vigilance are key.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 11 November 2016, 12:51:03
You're close. It's 1386304.
More
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/p8KmJxC.jpg)

As for Unsaver, it attracts looks, that's true :) They pop up once a 12 to 18 months, so patience and vigilance are key.

Classic off-by-one error  ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 16 November 2016, 14:33:07
They're multiplying!

(http://i.imgur.com/TcRI8tv.jpg)

All-metal beamspring is quite nice, really feels like I'm typing on a nuclear control panel now  :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 16 November 2016, 14:46:23
Nice! You're starting to strain that desk a bit ;D BTW, I like the one with the badge more.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Wed, 16 November 2016, 15:08:48
I think my F107 actually weighs more, but I'll have to weigh them to be sure.

I was actually a little worried, I made the keyboard tray myself but I think it is holding just fine  :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Mattr567 on Wed, 14 December 2016, 23:20:49
Nice to be back ;)
(http://i.imgur.com/JA9QZt8.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/IVyEOu1.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Belfong on Tue, 27 December 2016, 05:16:36
I like how the blue add a nice color to an old keyboard:
(http://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20161227/6e9bceb7b8a8d3a67f22d96629491d35.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Moistgun on Tue, 27 December 2016, 09:55:34
Puzzle break

(http://i.imgur.com/wkJIkuP.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: alh84001 on Tue, 27 December 2016, 10:03:04
BS boards look quite nice with blank keycaps. I must get me a set.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Carcharocles on Wed, 28 December 2016, 17:18:36
Went out to get the mail, and on my way back found something shocking in our overflowing trash bin.

[attachimg=1]

Was rather shocked. Testing has so far confirmed all but the Pause key are working flawlessly--the Pause key seems to blink when I test it.  Haven't been able to test the F keys though. All of the keys are working, although the space bar seems a bit stiff. Whoever owned this last removed the space bar but didn't reattach the stabilizer when they put it back. That's been fixed now.

Part No. 1391401
ID No. 2819338
Plate No. F2
Date 03AUG88
Model M
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 28 December 2016, 18:07:10
Puzzle break

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/wkJIkuP.jpg)


Alright, I definitely need to get blanks for my Model M  :thumb:

Went out to get the mail, and on my way back found something shocking in our overflowing trash bin.

(Attachment Link)

Was rather shocked. Testing has so far confirmed all but the Pause key are working flawlessly--the Pause key seems to blink when I test it.  Haven't been able to test the F keys though. All of the keys are working, although the space bar seems a bit stiff. Whoever owned this last removed the space bar but didn't reattach the stabilizer when they put it back. That's been fixed now.

Part No. 1391401
ID No. 2819338
Plate No. F2
Date 03AUG88
Model M

Wow! Nice find dude!
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Post by: Moistgun on Wed, 28 December 2016, 19:07:09
Puzzle break

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Alright, I definitely need to get blanks for my Model M  :thumb:

Went out to get the mail, and on my way back found something shocking in our overflowing trash bin.

(Attachment Link)

Was rather shocked. Testing has so far confirmed all but the Pause key are working flawlessly--the Pause key seems to blink when I test it.  Haven't been able to test the F keys though. All of the keys are working, although the space bar seems a bit stiff. Whoever owned this last removed the space bar but didn't reattach the stabilizer when they put it back. That's been fixed now.

Part No. 1391401
ID No. 2819338
Plate No. F2
Date 03AUG88
Model M

Wow! Nice find dude!
Yeah dude, they are great. Was inspired by mobbo.

And they are dirt cheap.

Full 122 set + from unicomp for 20 something bucks shipped in the us
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:15:26
Yeah dude, they are great. Was inspired by mobbo.

And they are dirt cheap.

Full 122 set + from unicomp for 20 something bucks shipped in the us

Yea, I've looked into them before, just never pulled the trigger.
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Post by: alh84001 on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:38:20
Awesome find! Enjoy it to the full :)
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Post by: digi on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:43:54
They're multiplying!

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All-metal beamspring is quite nice, really feels like I'm typing on a nuclear control panel now  :cool:

Reported for offtopic posting! :D
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Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:52:19
They're multiplying!

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All-metal beamspring is quite nice, really feels like I'm typing on a nuclear control panel now  :cool:

Reported for offtopic posting! :D
Beamspring abbreviated is also BS, so I suppose its still on topic  :))
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Post by: digi on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:52:57
They're multiplying!

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All-metal beamspring is quite nice, really feels like I'm typing on a nuclear control panel now  :cool:

Reported for offtopic posting! :D
Beamspring abbreviated is also BS, so I suppose its still on topic  :))

You got me!
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Post by: mike52787 on Wed, 28 December 2016, 20:53:30
They're multiplying!

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All-metal beamspring is quite nice, really feels like I'm typing on a nuclear control panel now  :cool:

Reported for offtopic posting! :D
Beamspring abbreviated is also BS, so I suppose its still on topic  :))

You got me!
:)
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Post by: Mattr567 on Sun, 01 January 2017, 17:50:14
Love having this thing on my desk! :)
(http://i.imgur.com/hnrJdSQ.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/0Fd35cF.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/orrG5VJ.jpg)
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 02 January 2017, 13:22:08
Love having this thing on my desk! :)
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Kinda reminds me of my Sabre...
(http://i.imgur.com/B91ouCc.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/rvtHo2R.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/aNARpgY.jpg)
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Post by: alh84001 on Mon, 02 January 2017, 13:47:54
Interesting keycap set. I've never seen one like it.
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Post by: zacheadams on Wed, 11 January 2017, 14:08:44
Action shot, on the way to work with me

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Post by: romevi on Wed, 11 January 2017, 14:37:30
Cross-post.

Does this typewriter count?

(http://i.imgur.com/BK1BD9c.jpg)
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 11 January 2017, 17:01:14
Action shot, on the way to work with me

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Risky business walking around with that Nebulus BroBot hanging out, ya might get mugged.
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Post by: zacheadams on Thu, 12 January 2017, 08:19:13
Action shot, on the way to work with me

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Risky business walking around with that Nebulus BroBot hanging out, ya might get mugged.

Hahaha this crossed my mind before I left, thankfully I don't think there are too many keyboard muggers in the game, and they're certainly coming out to the Red Line in rush hour :P
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Thu, 12 January 2017, 17:38:55
Action shot, on the way to work with me

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Risky business walking around with that Nebulus BroBot hanging out, ya might get mugged.

Hahaha this crossed my mind before I left, thankfully I don't think there are too many keyboard muggers in the game, and they're certainly coming out to the Red Line in rush hour :P

Probably not. You're safe for now ;)
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Post by: donutcat on Mon, 06 February 2017, 21:17:31
(http://i.imgur.com/FeHO13Kl.jpg) (http://i.imgur.com/FeHO13K.png)
My Soarer's converted M122
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Post by: taylorswiftttttt on Tue, 07 February 2017, 22:23:51
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Post by: Mattr567 on Wed, 08 February 2017, 20:03:43
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Put a fancy dress on one of the Ms

Thanks a bunch, yangdaddy!

ISO Industrial is nice!
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Post by: happylacquer on Fri, 24 February 2017, 17:02:28
My Unicomps (x-post from what boards are you using now)

The Ultra Classic is a 2/2017, the Classic is a 9/2016. But, I just got the Classic today from Unicomp  ^-^

(http://i.imgur.com/b66pGlx.jpg)

I also have a Lexmark Model M from 1995 I am fixing up.
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Post by: Tactile on Sat, 25 February 2017, 13:46:21
A 42H1292 I found NIB. I've added a Pro Micro with Soarer's converter and Unicomp RGB.
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Post by: happylacquer on Sat, 25 February 2017, 16:08:05
A 42H1292 I found NIB. I've added a Pro Micro with Soarer's converter and Unicomp RGB.
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You lucky bastard! Isn't the shine on the front sides of NIB keys so nice?!
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Post by: Tactile on Sat, 25 February 2017, 17:53:55
A 42H1292 I found NIB. I've added a Pro Micro with Soarer's converter and Unicomp RGB.
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You lucky bastard! Isn't the shine on the front sides of NIB keys so nice?!

The Model M equivalent of the New Car Smell.
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 25 February 2017, 18:27:36
A 42H1292 I found NIB. I've added a Pro Micro with Soarer's converter and Unicomp RGB.
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You lucky bastard! Isn't the shine on the front sides of NIB keys so nice?!

The Model M equivalent of the New Car Smell.


LOL!  Cool beans!
(http://i.imgur.com/wgJjr63.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/JXIMsrX.jpg)
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Post by: taylorswiftttttt on Sun, 26 February 2017, 15:18:52
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Post by: mrboovn on Sun, 26 February 2017, 17:38:57
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This is a bit of a strange one. Full thread on DT here: https://deskthority.net/photos-f62/ibm-model-m-1386303-first-keyboard-from-my-big-find-t15992.html

but TL;DR a 1996 lexmark reproduction of the first model of Enhanced Keyboard ever made. In absolutely pristine condition, no broken rivets, all keycaps complete, etc.
You should find a 1989 Model M Taylor.
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Post by: OfTheWild on Sun, 05 March 2017, 15:34:51
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I think you win the buckling spring game.  :thumb:
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 05 March 2017, 20:08:00
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Wanna see a me a couple?
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Post by: subcat on Sun, 05 March 2017, 20:24:13
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Post by: sleepy916 on Sun, 05 March 2017, 20:34:52
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Beautiful unsaver! Those OG APL keycaps!  ^-^
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Post by: subcat on Mon, 06 March 2017, 02:12:26
Thank you :)
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Post by: Melvang on Tue, 07 March 2017, 11:18:00
Cross post, but I don't care.  My Kishsaver travels with me when I do for work.  I think it weighs more than my laptop.

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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 08 March 2017, 18:33:03
Cross post, but I don't care.  My Kishsaver travels with me when I do for work.  I think it weighs more than my laptop.

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Probably worth more than your laptop too =P
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Post by: silverpanda94 on Wed, 08 March 2017, 18:55:30
Thanks to a friend of mine who scored this among some other boards at a recycling centre, I have my first buckling spring board I've ever owned.  It's incredibly filthy and is missing a key, but I hope to clean it up really good and maybe even do some customizing to it down the road.  Maybe a new keycap set at the very least.  I've never touched buckling springs before today, and I think I'm having a life changing experience right now.  The board I have was built on July 21 1989 based on the date. 
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Post by: Melvang on Wed, 08 March 2017, 18:57:50
Cross post, but I don't care.  My Kishsaver travels with me when I do for work.  I think it weighs more than my laptop.

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Probably worth more than your laptop too =P

I would say you are 100% correct in that.  This laptop is one of the first ones that shipped with Windows 8, not 8.1 and was low specced even for that time.  But, it was inherited, serves a good purpose as a travel laptop, I don't use a computer for work.  And lets me use Linux on a machine I don't care if it crashes.
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Post by: mike52787 on Thu, 09 March 2017, 19:38:14
Dreaming of my MF with winkeys...

(http://i.imgur.com/c3kTByh.jpg)
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Post by: taylorswiftttttt on Thu, 09 March 2017, 22:03:12
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Post by: mike52787 on Thu, 09 March 2017, 22:17:08
Dreaming of my MF with winkeys...


It's definitely possible. You could buy a new Unicomp M with windows keys, the cut the back and barrel plates to size, then cut the little squares off the SSK case and put it the assembly in...
Nope, dreaming about the MF kit... I will be cutting the ssk case to fit a 86 layout. I cant wait.
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Post by: snoopy on Thu, 16 March 2017, 06:59:25
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I think you win the buckling spring game.  :thumb:

no, webwit wins the buckling spring game. always. ;)
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Post by: melt on Thu, 16 March 2017, 13:42:25
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Post by: HoffmanMyster on Thu, 30 March 2017, 11:16:35
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Beautiful board.  :thumb:  Love the OG APL caps.  ^-^
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Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 13 May 2017, 17:42:20
Finally took some pics of this, been in my possession for some time now and it's my favorite work-from-home board. IBM 3727 powdercoated by y11971alex:

(http://i.imgur.com/9xtUyMf.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ZyntBXF.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/dPVl7qp.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/1ucL9Tg.jpg)

And one of my three-generation BS family:

(http://i.imgur.com/pulaerT.jpg)
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Post by: cgbuen on Mon, 15 May 2017, 14:20:48
Finally installed a beige USB cable into my xwhatsit Kishsaver. I could never find a USB-A to Micro-USB in a shade I liked, so I bought an OTG cable and a USB-A to USB-A off Amazon.

(https://scontent-lax3-2.cdninstagram.com/t51.2885-15/e35/18512713_139707296573601_1347456597965668352_n.jpg)
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Post by: nickheller on Mon, 15 May 2017, 15:20:14
Finally installed a beige USB cable into my xwhatsit Kishsaver. I could never find a USB-A to Micro-USB in a shade I liked, so I bought an OTG cable and a USB-A to USB-A off Amazon.

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looks great  :thumb:
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Post by: mrduul on Sun, 28 May 2017, 16:36:05
Got a Model M SSK and my kishsaver on the way, needs repairing.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Wed, 14 June 2017, 14:36:53
new family shot:
(http://i.imgur.com/2orqgDN.jpg)

bought the 5576-003 japanese ssk recently from ramnes (thanks man!). really really love the Brother Buckling Spring on it. the feel is right between an M and F - significantly crisper than the M but not as loud as the F. it also has individual BS switches unlike the M which I guess should make repairs easier except I dunno how I'd ever find replacement switches:
(http://i.imgur.com/Mvf42Ig.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/r8reA0q.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/4FnWZzC.jpg)
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Post by: dgneo on Wed, 14 June 2017, 15:00:28
new family shot:
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bought the 5576-003 japanese ssk recently from ramnes (thanks man!). really really love the Brother Buckling Spring on it. the feel is right between an M and F - significantly crisper than the M but not as loud as the F. it also has individual BS switches unlike the M which I guess should make repairs easier except I dunno how I'd ever find replacement switches:
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Now that is cool! Awesome SSK
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Post by: pr0ximity on Thu, 15 June 2017, 06:08:12
new family shot:
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bought the 5576-003 japanese ssk recently from ramnes (thanks man!). really really love the Brother Buckling Spring on it. the feel is right between an M and F - significantly crisper than the M but not as loud as the F. it also has individual BS switches unlike the M which I guess should make repairs easier except I dunno how I'd ever find replacement switches:
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(http://i.imgur.com/r8reA0q.jpg)

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Wow that's awesome! Congrats, excellent get.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: switchnollie on Fri, 16 June 2017, 21:57:12
Finally installed a beige USB cable into my xwhatsit Kishsaver. I could never find a USB-A to Micro-USB in a shade I liked, so I bought an OTG cable and a USB-A to USB-A off Amazon.

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Great pick for the cable, goes very well with it :cool:
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Post by: jerue on Fri, 16 June 2017, 22:09:42
new family shot:
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bought the 5576-003 japanese ssk recently from ramnes (thanks man!). really really love the Brother Buckling Spring on it. the feel is right between an M and F - significantly crisper than the M but not as loud as the F. it also has individual BS switches unlike the M which I guess should make repairs easier except I dunno how I'd ever find replacement switches:
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/Mvf42Ig.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/r8reA0q.jpg)

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mmm nice photo. Very cool feature on that japanese SSK. Also...you found replacement keys for your Displaywriter SSK? Legendary...sometimes I miss mine  :))
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Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 17 June 2017, 02:14:09
thanks! yeaah luckily. you sold yours?
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Post by: ramnes on Sat, 17 June 2017, 17:51:29
new family shot:
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bought the 5576-003 japanese ssk recently from ramnes (thanks man!). really really love the Brother Buckling Spring on it. the feel is right between an M and F - significantly crisper than the M but not as loud as the F. it also has individual BS switches unlike the M which I guess should make repairs easier except I dunno how I'd ever find replacement switches:
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(http://i.imgur.com/Mvf42Ig.jpg)

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/r8reA0q.jpg)

Show Image
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Glad to see it in such a good company!  :thumb:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jerue on Mon, 19 June 2017, 11:34:07
thanks! yeaah luckily. you sold yours?

Yeah, a few months ago. Realized the buckling spring life isn't for me :(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DustGod on Wed, 21 June 2017, 07:22:39
IBM Model M with Wheelwriter keycaps:

(http://i.imgur.com/4al2fhM.jpg)

It's just for fun, really. I had a very boring Saturday morning last week.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Sun, 02 July 2017, 19:39:45
found a 1391401 with a badly scratched/dinged up case and put the guts inside a NOS industrial gray case from unicomp. also sourced the gray logo and LED overlay.

black logo would be nice, but digging this a lot more than the blue.

(http://i.imgur.com/NLZjMsn.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/h9NheQG.jpg)
(http://i.imgur.com/vUiCG2U.jpg)
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Post by: JP on Wed, 16 August 2017, 22:03:14
I wanted to show off another of my little projects featuring some neat colored function keys which I robbed from a vanilla Model M that I bought just for these keys. I started with a new old stock industrial case that I got for cheap on eBay a while back. Unicomp still sells these cases. Next I was able to acquire the black badge from a previous group buy. The guts come from a donor Model M. I will still need to do some cleaning and a bolt mod to make this complete.

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Post by: JP on Thu, 17 August 2017, 10:54:29
Model M Industrial with Allen Bradley oem badge.

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Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 18 August 2017, 20:41:56
Model M Industrial with Allen Bradley oem badge.

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Oh wow didn't know there were OEM square silver badges, that's really cool. Anyone aware of others like that?
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Post by: JP on Sat, 19 August 2017, 20:15:40
My new 3277 that arrived in the mail this week  ;D Soon to be converted.

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Post by: SixtyLife on Sat, 19 August 2017, 21:23:31
My new 3277 that arrived in the mail this week  ;D Soon to be converted.

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wow, nice!!
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Post by: JP on Sun, 20 August 2017, 21:04:33
Model F AT with OG APL key caps. Replaced 3 missing keys from a new Unicomp APL set.

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Post by: melt on Tue, 29 August 2017, 06:05:45
(http://i.imgur.com/IdECLSe.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/c8C4AGa.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/8h9Su1M.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/1dWqYfd.jpg)
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Post by: ramnes on Tue, 29 August 2017, 07:23:52
Wow, this might be the craziest XT I've ever seen. Where did you find those metal keycaps? Or are they just painted?
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Post by: JP on Tue, 29 August 2017, 09:08:59
That is definitely the hot rod of XT's. I wonder what those wires and the blue led light are for.
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Post by: OfTheWild on Fri, 01 September 2017, 19:19:26
weird - I have a buckling spring artisan from Zorb and it doesnt fit (different size) on my XT
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Post by: HoffmanMyster on Sat, 02 September 2017, 09:45:11
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Wow, that's a sweet board.  :cool:
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Post by: madhias on Mon, 04 September 2017, 12:33:04
(https://i.imgur.com/rCdLnpL.jpg)
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Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 04 September 2017, 13:12:45
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👌

Checkkeys are so slick, I thought they were silly when that sale came around. I was wrong.
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Post by: madhias on Mon, 04 September 2017, 13:29:51
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👌

Checkkeys are so slick, I thought they were silly when that sale came around. I was wrong.

They're great, I thought first how about a full keyboard with checker plate caps :)
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Post by: sleepy916 on Mon, 04 September 2017, 13:58:39
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Beautiful!! I love the darker colored silver checkeys.

I'm still using this old thing.

(http://i.imgur.com/AuNvidt.jpg)
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Post by: sundin on Mon, 04 September 2017, 14:16:24
Old but damn beautiful...
I'm still waiting my F62 personally.
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Post by: madhias on Mon, 04 September 2017, 14:51:59
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Beautiful!! I love the darker colored silver checkeys.

I'm still using this old thing.

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Really great, I remember seeing your building process or pictures of the naked case!
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Post by: JP on Fri, 03 November 2017, 18:06:30
Barn fresh Model M with some vintage RGB key caps.

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Franken M
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Post by: JP on Sat, 04 November 2017, 12:22:34
They're multiplying!

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Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 04 November 2017, 14:23:01
They're multiplying!

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holy ****
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Fri, 10 November 2017, 20:16:45
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Damn. Very nice XT man. I love that cable hookup  :thumb:
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Post by: ander on Sat, 11 November 2017, 01:20:35
They're multiplying!

Impressive spread, JP! (Nice carpeting, too.) You obviously have some non-standard M's, but how many of the rest are '401s? Any particularly seldom-seen p/n's?

Just saw this here on eBay (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-1984-IBM-Model-M-1391401-PS2-Keyboard-29sep89-nice-w-curly-cable/263313539979):


(https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/3L4AAOSw~RVaBfML/s-l1600.jpg)


Shouldn't that actually be "Compu Dealt" ?
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Post by: JP on Sun, 12 November 2017, 20:42:32
They're multiplying!
Impressive spread, JP! (Nice carpeting, too.) You obviously have some non-standard M's, but how many of the rest are '401s? Any particularly seldom-seen p/n's?

Most of these keyboards are the run of the mill '401s including the ones with the special key caps. I have one '131 and a couple '120s. I plan on cleaning up most of the'401s and bolt mod some and sell them off. I have so many since I was getting them for cheap locally, others I bought for the special key caps.

Unusual or uncommon part numbers include 52G9658, 1394064, Industrial 1390655, Lexmark SSK 1397961, Lexmark FSK 1398601, and a 50 key 1393915.

Not pictured in the family photo is a recent acquisition, a 1394064 with stock trading keys.

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Post by: pr0ximity on Mon, 13 November 2017, 14:15:32
They're multiplying!
Impressive spread, JP! (Nice carpeting, too.) You obviously have some non-standard M's, but how many of the rest are '401s? Any particularly seldom-seen p/n's?

Most of these keyboards are the run of the mill '401s including the ones with the special key caps. I have one '131 and a couple '120s. I plan on cleaning up most of the'401s and bolt mod some and sell them off. I have so many since I was getting them for cheap locally, others I bought for the special key caps.

Unusual or uncommon part numbers include 52G9658, 1394064, Industrial 1390655, Lexmark SSK 1397961, Lexmark FSK 1398601, and a 50 key 1393915.

Not pictured in the family photo is a recent acquisition, a 1394064 with stock trading keys.

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Oh man, that "More Keys" button is excellent, haha. Neat Return key as well! Very cool find.
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Post by: ander on Tue, 14 November 2017, 01:23:38
Most of these keyboards are the run of the mill '401s including the ones with the special key caps. I have one '131 and a couple '120s. I plan on cleaning up most of the'401s and bolt mod some and sell them off. I have so many since I was getting them for cheap locally, others I bought for the special key caps.

Meanwhile, you get to have a whole roomful of M's—nothing wrong with that! You do realize that from time to time, you're required to chuckle greedily and rub your hands together... Try to avoid drooling, though, especially with that nice carpeting.


Not pictured in the family photo is a recent acquisition, a 1394064 with stock trading keys.

man, that "More Keys" button is excellent, haha. Neat Return key as well! Very cool find.

Yes, the '4064 is a fun one. I was lucky to find one a while back, but JP's has mine beat by five months (mine's Jan. 1990).

Those are, to my knowledge, the only double-underlines on any M—obviously the customer didn't want those keys overlooked. (IBM, who were into subtle design, probably considered them a bit much, LOL.) The unusual colors (including red Ctrl's!) and front legends are great, too. And yes, there's that baffling 2nd Return where R Alt would be... Very specialized!
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Post by: JP on Tue, 14 November 2017, 07:52:39
Most of these keyboards are the run of the mill '401s including the ones with the special key caps. I have one '131 and a couple '120s. I plan on cleaning up most of the'401s and bolt mod some and sell them off. I have so many since I was getting them for cheap locally, others I bought for the special key caps.

Meanwhile, you get to have a whole roomful of M's—nothing wrong with that! You do realize that from time to time, you're required to chuckle greedily and rub your hands together... Try to avoid drooling, though, especially with that nice carpeting.


Not pictured in the family photo is a recent acquisition, a 1394064 with stock trading keys.

man, that "More Keys" button is excellent, haha. Neat Return key as well! Very cool find.

Yes, the '4064 is a fun one. I was lucky to find one a while back, but JP's has mine beat by five months (mine's Jan. 1990).

Those are, to my knowledge, the only double-underlines on any M—obviously the customer didn't want those keys overlooked. (IBM, who were into subtle design, probably considered them a bit much, LOL.) The unusual colors (including red Ctrl's!) and front legends are great, too. And yes, there's that baffling 2nd Return where R Alt would be... Very specialized!

I am glad you enjoyed my spread. Yep, gotta keep the carpet is good shape since it's basically new. The '4064 is definitely has some unique legends like the 'Escpe' key. Does your '4064 have the stock trading keys as well? I had heard of the '4064 previously but had not seen any pictures. I know a guy who knows a guy who might have more (NIB even  :eek:) but is hoarding them. I was able to buy one though as said collector was moving and had to downsize a little.
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Post by: 2ter on Mon, 27 November 2017, 16:03:22
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Post by: JP on Sat, 02 December 2017, 15:57:57
That Model M is very unique. I've never seen clacks like those either.
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Post by: JP on Sat, 02 December 2017, 16:04:26
Completely NIB M15 ;D

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Post by: ramnes on Sat, 02 December 2017, 17:28:05
Very nice find, congratz!
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Post by: Venatorious on Sun, 31 December 2017, 00:22:14
What have I done?    :eek:

(https://i.imgur.com/7z0kkec.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/qJIPMJi.jpg)

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Post by: SixtyLife on Sun, 31 December 2017, 03:27:30
What have I done?    :eek:

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omg........................ hope this mod(?) turns out looking nice and clean but that still hurts to look at
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 31 December 2017, 10:32:24
What have I done?    :eek:

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Oh man. Can't wait to see this finished!
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Post by: Venatorious on Mon, 01 January 2018, 13:11:10
Update:
(https://i.imgur.com/DkTs8CZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/EKHYfyM.jpg)

I think it turned out pretty good aside from the little indent at the lower left corner.    :rolleyes:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rowdy on Thu, 04 January 2018, 01:31:25
They're multiplying!

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That's quite an impressive collection!

Do they all work?

Do they all get their turn on the desk?
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Post by: JP on Sat, 06 January 2018, 22:52:31
They're multiplying!

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That's quite an impressive collection!

Do they all work?

Do they all get their turn on the desk?

I haven't tested all of them but so far all have worked. I've yet acquired more M's since this picture. This way I won't wear out a single keyboard.  ;) Actually only a handful of these make it to my desk. I intend to refurb most of the vanilla M's and sell them off. Some need bolt mods and cleaning.   
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Post by: rowdy on Sun, 07 January 2018, 00:06:30
They're multiplying!

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That's quite an impressive collection!

Do they all work?

Do they all get their turn on the desk?

I haven't tested all of them but so far all have worked. I've yet acquired more M's since this picture. This way I won't wear out a single keyboard.  ;) Actually only a handful of these make it to my desk. I intend to refurb most of the vanilla M's and sell them off. Some need bolt mods and cleaning.   

If you really try, you might be able to wear out one of them in your lifetime :))
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Post by: JP on Wed, 24 January 2018, 19:35:33
My first find of the year, a IBM 3279 terminal keyboard I got off of a local electronics scrapper.

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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Wed, 24 January 2018, 21:32:31
My first find of the year, a IBM 3279 terminal keyboard I got off of a local electronics scrapper.

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Wow, awesome! Congrats
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Post by: JP on Thu, 25 January 2018, 00:52:18
My DisplayWriter with black Selectric keys
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Post by: Melvang on Thu, 25 January 2018, 14:28:50
Not mine, but one I had the pleasure of modifying.

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Post by: JP on Thu, 25 January 2018, 14:40:32
Not mine, but one I had the pleasure of modifying.

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What did you modify?
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Post by: Melvang on Thu, 25 January 2018, 14:57:15
Not mine, but one I had the pleasure of modifying.

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What did you modify?

I drilled holes, filed locating slots, and added all the barrels that don't have caps.
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Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 26 January 2018, 05:13:27
My first find of the year, a IBM 3279 terminal keyboard I got off of a local electronics scrapper.

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Wow nice find! Looks to be in pretty excellent condition on the ouside
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Post by: ClickMe on Fri, 02 February 2018, 23:03:17
Model F122, restored, modernized, and reprogrammed.

Restored and rebuilt by Just_Add_Coffee.

I’ve reprogrammed all the extra keys using Capsense and AutoHotkey and replaced all the useless terminal keycaps with custom ones that represent what those keys actually do now.

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Post by: SixtyLife on Fri, 02 February 2018, 23:24:17
Model F122, restored, modernized, and reprogrammed.

Restored and rebuilt by Just_Add_Coffee.

I’ve reprogrammed all the extra keys using Capsense and AutoHotkey and replaced all the useless terminal keycaps with custom ones that represent what those keys actually do now.

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holy **** that's nice.. what does the big gold knob do? sick board man
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Post by: ClickMe on Fri, 02 February 2018, 23:56:18
holy **** that's nice.. what does the big gold knob do? sick board man

Thank you!  :D That thing is a Griffin PowerMate, basically an extravagant volume knob. But it can be programmed to do other things... and in this case it adjusts the brightness on my monitors. It's very cool because it controls all 3 screens simultaneously.
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Post by: Puddsy on Sat, 03 February 2018, 00:09:48
Model F122, restored, modernized, and reprogrammed.

Restored and rebuilt by Just_Add_Coffee.

I’ve reprogrammed all the extra keys using Capsense and AutoHotkey and replaced all the useless terminal keycaps with custom ones that represent what those keys actually do now.

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f122 is money
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Sun, 04 February 2018, 15:50:21
Model F122, restored, modernized, and reprogrammed.

Restored and rebuilt by Just_Add_Coffee.

I’ve reprogrammed all the extra keys using Capsense and AutoHotkey and replaced all the useless terminal keycaps with custom ones that represent what those keys actually do now.

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Not sure how I feel about the two-toned case, but I love those giant boards either say.
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Post by: JP on Sun, 04 February 2018, 16:38:26
Model F122, restored, modernized, and reprogrammed.

Restored and rebuilt by Just_Add_Coffee.

I’ve reprogrammed all the extra keys using Capsense and AutoHotkey and replaced all the useless terminal keycaps with custom ones that represent what those keys actually do now.

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This guy F's. The paint job looks well done.
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Post by: iArson on Sat, 10 February 2018, 03:05:23
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4746/40181471911_e245985ecf_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24dGxGt)IBM Model M SSK (https://flic.kr/p/24dGxGt) by iArson (https://www.flickr.com/photos/150800553@N04/), on Flickr
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Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 10 February 2018, 16:02:35
(https://farm5.staticflickr.com/4746/40181471911_e245985ecf_o.jpg) (https://flic.kr/p/24dGxGt)IBM Model M SSK (https://flic.kr/p/24dGxGt) by iArson (https://www.flickr.com/photos/150800553@N04/), on Flickr

That raised, curved edge around the Esc is one of the sexiest features of any keyboard. Major reason why I can't let go of my M even though I rarely use it. It just looks too nice.
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Post by: darkcruix on Sat, 24 February 2018, 09:25:37
Just another colorful Model M...
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Post by: JP on Mon, 26 February 2018, 20:13:18
Just snagged me a black badge industrial.

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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Mon, 26 February 2018, 20:19:11
Just another colorful Model M...
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Nice cheat sheet. I used Vim exclusively at my last job, can't remember any of it now.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 26 February 2018, 20:32:23
Just snagged me a black badge industrial.

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very nice
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Post by: snoopy on Tue, 27 February 2018, 11:31:27
used this for the last months... now back to SSK for some time.  :cool:

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Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 27 February 2018, 17:06:20
used this for the last months... now back to SSK for some time.  :cool:

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Nice mousepad  :cool:
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Tue, 27 February 2018, 17:32:47
used this for the last months... now back to SSK for some time.  :cool:

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That's awesome! What model is that?
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Post by: JP on Tue, 27 February 2018, 18:31:16
That's the Model F Unsaver (104 key).
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Post by: UsualSuspectXXX on Tue, 27 February 2018, 18:34:34
That's the Model F Unsaver (104 key).

Danke!
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Post by: snoopy on Sun, 04 March 2018, 14:45:59
Back to the roots. That‘s kind of how my IBM journey began

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Post by: JP on Mon, 12 March 2018, 00:51:18
Another Model M for the pile.

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Post by: iamtootallforthis on Mon, 12 March 2018, 06:51:55
Another Model M for the pile.

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That is one busy board
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: darkcruix on Mon, 30 April 2018, 19:15:43
Here's my Model F122 - modified keyboard layout (xwhatsit controller driven)
Color: light gray, not ANSI converted, changed cursor cluster to upside-down T

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Fri, 25 May 2018, 12:31:46
Every morning coming to work the last weeks is like that:

(https://i.imgur.com/bKN91Yf.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: romevi on Fri, 25 May 2018, 12:34:39
Every morning coming to work the last weeks is like that:

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I use tactile grays at work and I think those are loud.  :confused:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: madhias on Fri, 25 May 2018, 12:59:27
Every morning coming to work the last weeks is like that:

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I use tactile grays at work and I think those are loud.  :confused:

HA, they hate me for that and probably think 'when will he use this stupid small keyboard with no arrow keys again' :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: viley on Mon, 04 June 2018, 15:13:28
Just a regular IBM PC/XT model F... but in its natural habitat.

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Full 'pictorial' about the XT itself here https://int10h.org/blog/2018/03/steel-survivor-an-ibm-xt-tale/
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Mon, 02 July 2018, 16:44:42
My 66 key lovingly photographed at KeyCon.

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Post by: darkcruix on Thu, 05 July 2018, 05:39:09
My 66 key lovingly photographed at KeyCon.

Wonderful shot
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: darkcruix on Fri, 13 July 2018, 13:34:32
I picked up my very first IBM F107 yesterday from customs. It was on a long journey from Australia to Europe.
I bought the keyboard from the amazing fanpeople - can't thank him enough!

Anyway, I wanted to give a quick overview of what I have done with the parts so far:

Step 1: Lining up all pieces of the delivery
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Step 2: Testing the keys (the case is drying a fresh layer of RAL-7030)
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Step 3: Working condition - the first test of the assembled F107
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Still open is the solenoid and some adjustments with the feet.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: romevi on Sun, 15 July 2018, 23:18:21
All these boards look like b.s.!
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Post by: JP on Mon, 16 July 2018, 00:08:55
Very nice!!!  ;D
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Post by: JP on Sat, 12 January 2019, 12:43:15
Almost at endgame

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Post by: sleepy916 on Sat, 12 January 2019, 12:57:20
Almost at endgame

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sintpinty on Wed, 27 February 2019, 13:32:42
Show Image
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Model F

SSK soon
Woah! That looks cool! Anywhere to get the keycaps?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: switchnollie on Wed, 27 February 2019, 16:23:30
Show Image
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Model F

SSK soon

Fam that ain't no model F if I've ever seen one 🤨
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Thu, 28 February 2019, 11:33:20
Fam that ain't no model F if I've ever seen one 🤨

What a load of BS  :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: phughes on Sun, 10 March 2019, 10:52:15
Well I started pulling my Model F apart to reveal the decades of grime and scum within!  Thought you guys might like to see to progress so far.  These pictures are a few months old now as I've not had chance to contine with the restoration for a while, but I'm going to try and carry on.

Apologies in advance for the spotty tablecloth!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: cdaman on Mon, 11 March 2019, 11:23:02
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Post by: JP on Mon, 18 March 2019, 09:29:45
That is amazing work. Thanks for sharing.
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Post by: Sintpinty on Mon, 18 March 2019, 09:52:22
At first i thought this post standed for (post your (offensive swear word) boards here)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: SixtyLife on Mon, 18 March 2019, 10:00:24
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Wtf this is amazing dude!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 18 March 2019, 11:37:50
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Holy **** this is so cool

Never seen anything like this before
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Post by: KebinPls on Mon, 18 March 2019, 18:53:41
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Holy crap that is amazing. Does he have a page where we can see more of his work?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Fri, 12 July 2019, 17:57:37
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
(Attachment Link)
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Holy cow!  :eek:  This is spectacular work, and a very unique design.  Amazing board - kudos to the artist for their work on it.  :thumb: 
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Post by: mougrim on Thu, 01 August 2019, 06:47:41
Wow, my thread is still alive! So much good BS boards...

Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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This one is super-great!

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: EMC Labs on Thu, 01 August 2019, 08:15:03
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Amazing.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: EMC Labs on Thu, 01 August 2019, 08:15:45
At first i thought this post standed for (post your (offensive swear word) boards here)

Haha, same with me. Every time I read the thread title, I read what it's not suppose to be.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: GLaDOS on Thu, 01 August 2019, 17:17:13
Boltmodded ISO-UK Grey Label M.

It's nice.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 02 August 2019, 05:12:26
Here is my board it is BS keyboard from Full Size IBM Model M made to SSK with Lotus Elise Theme (Chrome Orange)
I owned this car back in 2011 and I sold it because my lifestyle just simply change (I have a baby boy), then our family need a bigger car.  I asked one of the Thai keyboard artist by the name 6664 to made me a memorandum of the fun I had with the little Elise SC 2011.
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Holy crap that is amazing. Does he have a page where we can see more of his work?

Found this via Google:

https://www.facebook.com/6664mechkeyboardmod/

And an old thread on Geekhack, but the images in the linked Thai forum seem to be dead:

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=65834.0
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Venatorious on Thu, 08 August 2019, 22:42:17
My Unsaver I finished mapping minutes ago:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: EMC Labs on Thu, 08 August 2019, 23:03:55
My Unsaver I finished mapping minutes ago:
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I cannot see??

EDIT: nvm, it was my TRASH internet at school.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Fri, 09 August 2019, 06:51:00
My Unsaver I finished mapping minutes ago:
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hubba hubba

Such a good looking keyboard, has all of the best curves of IBM's plastic cases and the best of IBM's internals. Shame they're so rare and increasingly unobtainable  :'(
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: HoffmanMyster on Tue, 17 September 2019, 17:50:05
My Unsaver I finished mapping minutes ago:
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Beautiful.  :thumb:  I love the moody pics too.  :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: 0100010 on Wed, 15 January 2020, 13:53:58
Brought the F62 in today, to compare with my F107.

(https://i.postimg.cc/fRNjBY7z/20200115-113329.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 15 January 2020, 15:29:11
Brought the F62 in today, to compare with my F107.

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I am so jealous of that F107, I'd kill for one.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 15 January 2020, 15:34:17
Suppose I should show off a little of my collection here:
 

Closed up, in favor of more up to date post down this same page.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Mon, 20 January 2020, 06:16:32
Here's a collage of my 12 buckling springs keyboards! Some of the photos are outdated and I'll be doing an updated one eventually.
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Top (left-right):
IBM F XT (1983, 1801449), internal Soarer's
IBM F "Bigfoot" (1986, 4176191), internal Soarer's
IBM M "Battleship" (1987, 1390886)
IBM M "Battlecruiser" (1989, 1394324)

Middle:
IBM M ASCII Terminal (1987, 1392595)
Lexmark M5-2 Trackball (1993, 1398150)
IBM M Quiet Touch (1995, 71G4644)
Unicomp M Classic (2019, UB434HA)

Bottom:
IBM M SSK (1987, 1391472)
IBM M2 (1993, 1395706), disassembled pending new capacitors
IBM M 50-Key Model 100 Emulator (2000, 1395249)
Unicomp M EnduraPro (2019, UB43PJA)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Khers on Mon, 20 January 2020, 11:34:09
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sundin on Mon, 20 January 2020, 14:36:06
because in this case i have this little one
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Mon, 20 January 2020, 16:43:41
Here's my collage V2, along with a few more larger photos!
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Tue, 21 January 2020, 21:50:22
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sun, 26 January 2020, 14:59:32
Wow, JP, your Model M13 is pristine.

Here's my collage V2, along with a few more larger photos!

Glad to have you here Shark, your collection is awe inspiring.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Mon, 27 January 2020, 18:05:17
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Mon, 17 February 2020, 14:38:14
Added an IBM 5155 Model F XT to my collection!
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It came pretty dirty, full of destroyed foam, hair and even some bugs as an icing on the cake. It also originally had a Spanish layout, and I'm working on swapping them out for UK or US language keycaps. Converted with an internal Soarer's (visible in the cable hole).
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Sat, 22 February 2020, 00:57:29
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Here is me and my Model M5-2, built in 1993. I would show my 1987 silver badge Model M, but its kinda in pieces... Bolt modding it but haven't had the time to finish it. But here is my IBM Model F XT, attached to my IBM 5150.
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Twsts on Thu, 27 February 2020, 12:26:40
Well, here it is. Newly acquired Model F AT cleaned up well and given a relevant layout!

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 03 March 2020, 15:25:08
Received a Unicomp Model M13 (P/N 18P7970) today. It's a very late build from 2004 and came in pretty much immaculate condition (besides the label, which is being held on with ugly tape).
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: LightningXI on Wed, 25 March 2020, 15:25:19
At long last, after several years, it's here! Thank you to Ellipse for his hard work in recreating this beauty. The F62 Model F Kishsaver.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 25 March 2020, 22:51:27
I've done a far more elaborate shoot where I got a picture of all of my current machines. I made this post on Reddit, but I feel like it belongs here as well:

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This is my current Battlefleet:

I will admit first off that I shamelessly stole this idea from SharktasticA who posted a similar Battlefleet, and who I’m in awe of all the same. He’s a good guy, I could never dislike someone who similarly has such an affinity for IBM keyboards.

That said, here is my own personal battlefleet, the numbers have swelled in the recent months thanks to having a new job, and extra income to blow on keyboards. (It was a fun little distraction, then a hobby, and now an obsession.) I’ll be giving a little history on how I acquired each and my short opinion on them, I’ll be going in order from left to right, top to bottom.

I’ve got a huge version of this picture in every megapixel that was used to create it, if there is any interest, I’ll find a way to upload it somewhere to share it. (If anyone knows of a good way to share 300 MB pictures, please tell me.)

But I do gotta give credit to the OG Battlefleet by SharktasticA, who has posted here in this thread.

Here we go!

Individual hi-res and story of each here:


1. The Flagship of the fleet, my IBM F122 “Battleship”, this keyboard is what is currently being used to type out this entire comment. I got it as my First IBM keyboard, but my fourth Buckling springs keyboard. (Two Unicomps and a Model F were first) Chyrosran22 who frequents these keyboard subs, waxes poetic about this keyboard, and honestly I think he’s right. It’s got the most satisfying click, and is built tougher than almost anything. (Almost we’ll get to that later) It’s huge, it eats up my desk, It’s one of my two daily drivers. I love giant keyboards and this scratches every conceivable itch for me.

IBM F122:
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2.  My IBM Blue Switch 3178, this was a surprise find on Ebay, not listed under a standard name. I picked it up for cheap, and then sent out for a converter from Hong Kong, which works a treat. It does have it’s Solenoid still, and it works very well. I love this keyboard feel, as it’s an F like my 122, I love how the Blue Switch works as caps lock on it, I never cease getting a chuckle pointing that out to people.

IBM Blue Switch 3178:
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3. My IBM Model M 7 Series, It’s a rubber dome. These are too loud for my Office, so this is the one I take there. It’s home with me right now for a cleaning, which is just went though. It’ll be going back shortly. Its feel is about the best rubber dome I’ve ever tried, but I’ve also never typed on a Topre. So that may change in the future.

IBM Model M 7 Series:
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4. My IBM Model M Silver Badge, this is my daily driver on my Mac, it gets the best keycaps, and the most cleanings, I love it. It didn’t come with the APL keycaps, I found them on Ebay from a Goodwill, surprising find, and I love the character it gives it. I also stole it’s Numpad keys from another Model M I have. It’s heavy, it’s thocky, I love it to pieces.

IBM Model M Silver Badge with OG APL Keys:
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5. My IBM Model F 5155 Keyboard, I personally pulled it off the carcass of a very dead and destroyed 5155, which had been largely torn apart, except miraculously this keyboard, which while very dirty at first, cleaned up well, and as far as I can tell works. I plan on getting an Orihalcon Soarer’s converter for it, an internal one so that I can put a nice new USB cord on it. This one is a project, not quite done.

IBM Model F 5155:
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6. My IBM Model F AT, a cool deal I got on /r/Mechmarket, I pull it out from time to time, and give it a good go. It works flawlessly, and I love its huge enter key. I plan on setting up a new station for a rack of servers, and it’s currently earmarked to be the board that I use for that. I love it’s black cord, I loved it so much that whenever possible I replaced the SDL’s of the rest of my keyboards with IBM replacements that have the black cord. I’m told that some models F and M will not accept this cord, but I’ve not found that to be the case as of yet, my Soarers converters don’t seem to mind at all.

IBM Model F AT:
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7. My IBM Model F 5291 “Bigfoot” This was actually the first IBM keyboard I ever bought, brand new in box, it’s a treat, and I love it to pieces. It’s conversion was talked about on the Geekhack forums, and the instructions for it weren’t particularly clear, so I wrote up a set of instructions on how to do it more clearly and with pictures. I always smile looking at the guy, because even though I don’t use it much, it really got me more into the hobby, fixing and repairing, it’s where it all began.

IBM Model F 5291 Bigfoot:
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8. My IBM Model F XT, I found this guy at a yard sale and the user had no idea what it was for and from. I couldn’t hand over the money for it fast enough, being careful not to show too much interest. It’s stabilizer bar is out, I plan on doing the trick to get it back in, but otherwise it sits on the shelf. It’s in great condition, but has a pink streak on it, I have literally no idea what it is, and I’ve been trying cleaners to remove it for months. Any ideas would be appreciated. Lysol wipes did get some of it to come off though.

IBM Model F XT:
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9. My IBM Model M SSK, This was listed on Ebay as a generic keyboard, it lost it’s badge, and has no sticker. It has the most generic set of SSK keys ever made, so I have no idea what generation it is from. I bought a replacement badgge, got it a black cord, and decided to go with a colored theme for it with caps from Unicomp. I want to do this more, as Unicomp is happy to produce any sort of crazy color scheme and anything on the keys and not very expensively. I’m very happy with how this one came out.

IBM Model M SSK:
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10. My IBM Model F 4704, The newest addition to the fleet from Ebay, It’s got some issues, all of it’s keys won’t actuate, but it largely works, and is converted with an internal Xwhatsit controller. It’s the heaviest keyboard I’ve ever seen and felt in my life, it’s case is made of solid zinc, and apparently it was for Bank teller computers. I’m planning on ordering quite a few custom caps from Unicomp for it with different functions like: Copy, Cut, Paste, and Macro1-10 so I can have it do a lot. If it works out, it may become a daily driver for me, if it doesn’t break my desk down.

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11. My IBM Model M, this one was a cool deal from a friend who was selling it off. It was cheap and has always worked very well, I recently deep cleaned it, hydrosonically cleaned the caps, and got an Orihalcon Soarer’s converter for it. I plan on gifting it to a co-worker who transferred in, and I’m in awe of. The guy is just one of the most motivated IT’s I’ve ever seen, and he doesn’t know much, but he just tears up work. I want to thank him, since he has possibly the worst keyboard in history at home, and I think this will suffice. I think he’ll love using the Soarers with it.

IBM Model M:
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12. My Model M Terminal variant, I bought it solely to steal keys off of, but I wound up getting attached, it’s got a short cord, strange numpad, and is just really solid like Number 4 on the list. I can’t hate it. I got it on Ebay for a steal.

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13. My IBM 5251 Beamspring, I acquired it on /r/Mechmarket and it’s just a beast. I love it to shreds, the previous owner converted it via Xwhatsit, and did TONS of work to ensure it was working beautifully before he shipped it. I can’t thank him enough, and hope to pay him back for the labor in addition to just selling it to me. It’s got a solenoid in it, one of the loudest I’ve ever heard in a keyboard, and it’s a very light touch. It’s surprisingly heavy, and has a large footprint, it’s also very very tall. It’s error-reset key won’t actuate, and is an ongoing project for me. I brought it into work once, and in-between laughing, I was busy making it sound like a machine gun. One of my crown jewels.

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14. My IBM Model M Industrial Variant, This guy is one of my babies. It’s story starts before I bought it: I wanted a set of APL keycaps from Unicomp, Solid white, with the APL legends in green. They happily did it for me, and they sat around for a time. I found this keyboard up on Ebay in Canada, listed improperly, and it was a total accident. I never clicked a buy button faster as it was WAYYY below standard pricing for it. Once I got it, I put the APL set on it, and fell in love. I got a green Panic button to help bring out the green, and the honeymoon is still going on. I use it with my work laptop, and it travels around the house as needed for different computers. I clean it often, that white will stay white!

IBM Model M Industrial Variant:
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15. My Unicomp Model M5-2, This was my first Buckling Spring keyboard I used in my adult life. I used a Model M when I was really tiny, and have pictures of that, but I didn’t remember. Typing on this was like coming home. I had heard of Unicomp for years and that they made a really good keyboard, and ordering it really convinced me of that. It changed everything for me. I doted on it, bought new keys for it, and used it everywhere, including getting it kicked out of my office for it’s loudness. It was my second Mechanical Keyboard, my first being a Ducky Shine 3 yellow that I still love, but this was my first real “Catastrophically Buckling Compression Column Switch and Actuator” keyboard I owned. I use it a little less nowadays, but it still moves around my house from computer to computer getting use, and still works well. It had a few of the standard Unicomp issues: Random mushy keys, which just required a re-seating of the keycap to fix, and an ill fitting right shift key. I asked Unicomp about the shift and they sent a new one overnight, which was surprising, and made me a lifelong customer. I’ve only had one issue with them other than this. Compared to my Model M’s and F’s, it’s right in there, and I don’t feel a huge different in quality, it is cheaper lighter plastic, but it’s still miles better than almost anything that comes with a computer nowadays, and it still clicks like it means it.

Unicomp Model M5-2:
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16. My Maxiswitch, for Lexmark, for IBM Model M13, I posted pics of this guy before, but now it has a replacement trackdot from Unicomp. It’s in great shape, and works perfectly. This was a surprise ebay purchase, where I spent more than I should of. I wish that its right shift had more of the lettering still on it, but it’s just a beauty, I look at it often, and actually wish to put it in a display case in time. It types wonderfully, and just sticks out to me. I really wish they made more of those black badges, they look so good.

Maxiswitch IBM Model M13:
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Honorable Mention: My Unicomp M122, So My second keyboard I ever bought was a Unicomp M122, which I loved to pieces and was one of my daily drivers, It’s USB controller recently fried, I activated my warranty with it through Unicomp who are currently taking care of it. I’m sad to not have it at the moment, but it flew too close to the sun. It was my second Unicomp, and saw a ton of use, I love it’s feel, and thought it’s construction was really good. I actually at first when I saw it, never thought I’d be interested in a board like it, but upon buying it fell in love. It combined with Chyrosran22’s Youtube videos convinced me to buy a Model F122, and together they are my two most used keyboards.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 25 March 2020, 23:05:54
At long last, after several years, it's here! Thank you to Ellipse for his hard work in recreating this beauty. The F62 Model F Kishsaver.

What do you think of it? Does it compare to a proper F? Was it all worth it?

I'm really on the fence about getting one.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: LightningXI on Sat, 28 March 2020, 00:40:51
At long last, after several years, it's here! Thank you to Ellipse for his hard work in recreating this beauty. The F62 Model F Kishsaver.

What do you think of it? Does it compare to a proper F? Was it all worth it?

I'm really on the fence about getting one.
Yes! I personally enjoy it very much. I think it feels pretty much like the original F and it's so crisp and the reproduction of the cases is flawless.

I'd personally vouch for it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sat, 28 March 2020, 14:12:04
At long last, after several years, it's here! Thank you to Ellipse for his hard work in recreating this beauty. The F62 Model F Kishsaver.

What do you think of it? Does it compare to a proper F? Was it all worth it?

I'm really on the fence about getting one.
Yes! I personally enjoy it very much. I think it feels pretty much like the original F and it's so crisp and the reproduction of the cases is flawless.

I'd personally vouch for it.

I'm surprised how far across the internet I've had to go to hear these words. thanks for the recommendation.  :)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Sat, 28 March 2020, 14:18:10
Here's the set of APL keycaps I got for my Silver badge M, it was a cool experience opening these up to, since they seemed to have never been used. It gave a very clean new look to my keyboard.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 31 March 2020, 06:20:51
Given it was due to be replaced very soon, I bought an Ultra Classic for the collection!
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Tue, 31 March 2020, 16:43:25
the 107-key Model F 4704 terminal
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Sniping on Tue, 31 March 2020, 17:41:28
Here's the set of APL keycaps I got for my Silver badge M, it was a cool experience opening these up to, since they seemed to have never been used. It gave a very clean new look to my keyboard.

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Awesome post earlier in this page; that's a great collection. Most used boards in your rotation?

I don't think I ever posted in here. I have two grey labels, one plain old model M and one SSK that I need to get around to bolt modding. Ordered the hardware a week ago and just need to pick up a tool to undo the screw on the SSK case.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Sat, 04 April 2020, 06:08:17
Here is a silver label Model M 1390120, built January 14th 1987. Just finished restoring this thing from a mess of glue on the top case and cat hair everywhere to a bolt modded, new barrel plated, clean, and in my opinion beautiful board. Hands down this thing sounds better than my blue badge M5-2.
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Enjoy the 22MB PNG of this board ;)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 04 April 2020, 13:42:52
My beloved M50!
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 08 April 2020, 15:44:38
Awesome post earlier in this page; that's a great collection. Most used boards in your rotation?

I don't think I ever posted in here. I have two grey labels, one plain old model M and one SSK that I need to get around to bolt modding. Ordered the hardware a week ago and just need to pick up a tool to undo the screw on the SSK case.

Thank you.  ;D It keeps me busy for sure.

The most used ones will be the F122 by a mile, followed by the Industrial M with oval badge, and one that isn't pictured, a Unicomp M122 that is currently in on warranty, which has been replaced with the SSK that I'm typing this out on now.

I switch it up from time to time, and they all get a little use on various computers in my house, if they aren't on or in a display of some variety.

I'm glad you did post on here. :) I'd love to see pictures of what you got, I'm never tired of looking at Model M's, even stock, they are just so cool.

Given it was due to be replaced very soon, I bought an Ultra Classic for the collection!

I'm thinking about doing the same, since they will soon probably be extinct. Plus it's so cool getting one with a manufacturing date of like a week ago.

Here is a silver label Model M 1390120, built January 14th 1987. Just finished restoring this thing from a mess of glue on the top case and cat hair everywhere to a bolt modded, new barrel plated, clean, and in my opinion beautiful board. Hands down this thing sounds better than my blue badge M5-2.
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Enjoy the 22MB PNG of this board ;)

10/10 would download each megabyte again.

The old lotus notes stickers are really neat.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Wed, 08 April 2020, 20:58:01
IBM Model M Soft Touch:
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My IBM Model M Soft Touch is a keyboard I got in the past three weeks, which I ordered from a guy in Texas. It's a very strange Model M for me, and will probably go on my desk at work because it's so quiet. It's also kind of mushy, but because it's so quiet and Buckling spring, it's hard for me to say no. Notably it's quieter in typing than my Model M Rubber Dome.

IBM Model M 0th Generation 1388032:
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My new IBM Model M, Black Square Badge came in a few days back, and after a vigorous cleaning is next to my 5251 my crown jewel of my collection. It's a very interesting keyboard I got through a friend of a friend who was selling it on the East coast, When I got it it's badge was on the ground in my box, which scared the crap outta me, I glued it on carefully, and cleaned everything to pieces, and now it's just amazing to me I own one. I never honestly thought I'd get my hands on one. It is very heavy for a Model M, and has a surprisingly lighter and pingier sound, and I'm not sure if it's because the mechanism is more like a Model F, or if the heavier case is giving the illusion of that feel. It works perfectly on a Soarers converter, but I'm honestly just scared to use it much, so I've only typed on it a little bit, and have otherwise kept it out for viewing.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 09 April 2020, 07:48:55
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

I only have the new replacement style, and I am curious about the color. To me is seems to have a brighter and greener hue than the old ones, but I have never actually seen an A-B comparison.

Thanks!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Thu, 09 April 2020, 08:30:13
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

I only have the new replacement style, and I am curious about the color. To me is seems to have a brighter and greener hue than the old ones, but I have never actually seen an A-B comparison.

Thanks!

Correct, the colour has definitely changed compared to the earlier industrial cases. But I don't think it's necessarily a new development - there are late M13s (rebadged Unicomp On-The-Sticks) knocking around with that greenish hue too: http://www.clickykeyboard.com/2005/06H4173/06H4173-001.jpg. I don't have either to compare them against each other in a photo, though.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Thu, 09 April 2020, 08:43:44
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

I only have the new replacement style, and I am curious about the color. To me is seems to have a brighter and greener hue than the old ones, but I have never actually seen an A-B comparison.

Thanks!

It's funny you should mention, I'm getting a custom order put into Unicomp today or tomorrrow and I intend on getting one of the industrial cases to replace one of the ones I have as it's case is breaking down. I can do a comparison shot between three generations then for ya.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 09 April 2020, 15:01:05
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

I've got one real industrial (full size) and about 4 industrial shells (full size). I don't remember where the empty industrial shells come from: some NOS from back in the day that Unicomp sold? (honestly it's been a long time and I forgot how I got them) but...

Due to the lockdown I can't take a pic to compare: my real industrial is in Spain, most of my keyboards are in a garage (where I'm not supposed to go to) and here I've got only one "fake" industrial at home.

But I think in the past I posted pics here of these keyboards all together, I'll search a bit.
BTW: are the industrial cases still for sale? What about SSK industrial cases?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 09 April 2020, 15:07:14
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

Here's an old pic I posted in this thread years ago. The "AB" one is the real industrial (with white-on-black keys from a M13) while the one on the front (with the "Geek Hack" ESC key) is a "fake" industrial (with keys from an Ambra).  Now I don't remember where I got these shells from: a group buy or Unicomp, I really don't remember.
Not the best pic to see the difference, if any, but it's all I found:

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Thu, 09 April 2020, 15:43:21
Oh man I absolutely love that 'AB' industrial of yours.

I have the brother to it:

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I bought a couple NOS industrial cases myself. Unfortunately they do not have any SSK cases.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Thu, 09 April 2020, 16:18:18
Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

I've got one real industrial (full size) and about 4 industrial shells (full size). I don't remember where the empty industrial shells come from: some NOS from back in the day that Unicomp sold? (honestly it's been a long time and I forgot how I got them) but...

Due to the lockdown I can't take a pic to compare: my real industrial is in Spain, most of my keyboards are in a garage (where I'm not supposed to go to) and here I've got only one "fake" industrial at home.

But I think in the past I posted pics here of these keyboards all together, I'll search a bit.
BTW: are the industrial cases still for sale? What about SSK industrial cases?

Unicomp still has them in their Warehouse liquidations section, They've been under the radar there for sometime. I'm planning on ordering one today or tomorrow myself.

Tangentially off-topic, but does anyone have both a vintage industrial M and a replacement industrial case from Unicomp?

Here's an old pic I posted in this thread years ago. The "AB" one is the real industrial (with white-on-black keys from a M13) while the one on the front (with the "Geek Hack" ESC key) is a "fake" industrial (with keys from an Ambra).  Now I don't remember where I got these shells from: a group buy or Unicomp, I really don't remember.
Not the best pic to see the difference, if any, but it's all I found:

I'd have jumped on that group buy so fast, those are good looking keyboards Tactical.

Are the white keys printed with Apple's keyboard font? It looks alot like that, It's neat.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 09 April 2020, 16:42:18
I have the brother to it:

Ooooh nice: had no idea there were "square label" AB Model Ms!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: TacticalCoder on Thu, 09 April 2020, 16:46:27
Are the white keys printed with Apple's keyboard font? It looks alot like that, It's neat.

I don't think it's the same font (and not all Ambra Model M have these "white" keys: I think most (?) have the regular color and the usual font printed). I've got a M3501 here and on it I'd say the Apple font is a tiny bit taller and a tiny bit thinner too.

I found a pic of that keyboard I posted to another board back in the days where the keys can be seen a bit better (it's missing the 'H' key, sadly):
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Post by: JP on Thu, 09 April 2020, 17:33:36
NIB Lexmark SSK.

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Post by: jacethesaltsculptor on Thu, 09 April 2020, 21:02:13
Are the white keys printed with Apple's keyboard font? It looks alot like that, It's neat.

I don't think it's the same font (and not all Ambra Model M have these "white" keys: I think most (?) have the regular color and the usual font printed). I've got a M3501 here and on it I'd say the Apple font is a tiny bit taller and a tiny bit thinner too.

I found a pic of that keyboard I posted to another board back in the days where the keys can be seen a bit better (it's missing the 'H' key, sadly):
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It's a good look for the board, I've not seen many Model M's with a different font for their keycaps, it always strikes me when I do.

NIB Lexmark SSK.

I didn't even know Lexmark produced an SSK, the included manual is also just amazing, I'm really tempted to get Unicomp to print me a set of the keycaps they show, because it looks cool and retro.
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Post by: JP on Thu, 09 April 2020, 22:08:35
I didn't even know Lexmark produced an SSK, the included manual is also just amazing, I'm really tempted to get Unicomp to print me a set of the keycaps they show, because it looks cool and retro.

Yep, Lexmark took over once IBM divested their keyboard operations. Lexmark mostly made keyboards for IBM with the IBM logo of course and it seems the Lexmark branded boards are not as common.

Also speaking of retro colored keys, check this out. It's a shame this company is no longer is business.
https://deskthority.net/viewtopic.php?t=3959
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Post by: Khers on Thu, 30 April 2020, 10:33:11
Quick restoration of my rustmeister 5251 done; it's only been four years in the making.

(https://i.imgur.com/75PVqHs.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/xJnAgcg.jpg)
Had the internal structure cerakoted with Salvun. Turned out better that I could've hoped for.

(https://i.imgur.com/shqW2xw.jpg)
Stole some keycaps from a Selectric that had one of the weirdest SE/FI layouts I've come across.

(https://i.imgur.com/SLy4h97.jpg)
The non-alphanums are original from the keyboard, along with their uneven yellowing.

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Post by: LightningXI on Thu, 30 April 2020, 10:34:58
Quick restoration of my rustmeister 5251 done; it's only been four years in the making.

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(https://i.imgur.com/75PVqHs.jpg)


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(https://i.imgur.com/xJnAgcg.jpg)

Had the internal structure cerakoted with Salvun. Turned out better that I could've hoped for.

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(https://i.imgur.com/shqW2xw.jpg)

Stole some keycaps from a Selectric that had one of the weirdest SE/FI layouts I've come across.

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(https://i.imgur.com/SLy4h97.jpg)

The non-alphanums are original from the keyboard, along with their uneven yellowing.



Yellowing is to be embraced. Nice photos, and those front-legend stickers are pretty darn cool.
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Post by: JP on Thu, 30 April 2020, 12:24:30
That turned out amazing. Sometimes the best projects take the longest to come to fruition.
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Post by: switchnollie on Thu, 30 April 2020, 15:21:15
My beloved M50!
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This is it :cool: :thumb:
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 01 May 2020, 05:09:24
My beloved M50!
(Attachment Link)

This is it :cool: :thumb:
Indeed, cheers!
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 01 May 2020, 05:10:46
Decked out my M13 with blue ANSI set caps from Unicomp:
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Post by: dustinhxc on Mon, 04 May 2020, 18:10:19
At long last, after several years, it's here! Thank you to Ellipse for his hard work in recreating this beauty. The F62 Model F Kishsaver.

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Damnnnnnnnnnn legendary board right here... Very clean. Love the wrapped.  :thumb:
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Post by: funkmon on Mon, 04 May 2020, 20:13:35
Okay guys, I've got a NOS M122 coming in the mail! Looking forward to trying to Soarer's converter that bad lad!

I've also got my old 1993 Lexmark, original owner, in with Unicomp for a refurbishment and repair.

Currently, I'm still using my normal Unicomp on this computer.

(https://i.imgur.com/qjeSeU3h.jpg)

Though I'm cheating on it with my Matias Tactile Pro on the other one. Don't tell it! :D

But on another note, hey Shark. How does the Unicomp Endurapro or whatever that **** is called with the mouse nub thing compare to the M13?
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Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 06 May 2020, 15:29:42
But on another note, hey Shark. How does the Unicomp Endurapro or whatever that **** is called with the mouse nub thing compare to the M13?

I know I already answered this question for you on r/ModelM, but I thought I'd still answer here so others can read or add to it.

There's a lot different between the two pointing stick implementations, but it's mostly down to differing technology rather than outright build quality. Lexmark and Maxi Switch produced M13s used a strain gauge based TrackPoint (II) that is always immobile, which is the same technology Lenovo continues to use on ThinkPads to this day (with the addition of the very sorely missed negative inertia features of TrackPoint III and IV). Unicomp's On-The-Stick M13, old Mighty Mouse, and EnduraPro use a force-sensing resistor instead (again without negative inertia), which physically moves when you prod it. Both technologies are quite frankly inadequate for high-resolution environments of today because they're from the early to mid-'90s and don't have the new features late-'90s TrackPoints received, but both can be made useful with the help of software acceleration and programs that can push it beyond what Windows or other OSes native offer (in fact, I'm working on a cross-platform app to do just that with amazing results already). Anyway, besides that mutual weakness, I'd say IBM's tech is still better since Unicomp's pointing stick without major acceleration tweaks is effectively handicapped by the G, H, and B keys blocking it on the up-left, up-right, and absolute down axes respectively.
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Post by: funkmon on Wed, 06 May 2020, 17:38:40
Shark also indicated he's working on a software solution to this problem, which is something I'd definitely be interested in.
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 08 May 2020, 15:40:55
Shark also indicated he's working on a software solution to this problem, which is something I'd definitely be interested in.

That's true, I'm working on some software to improve the performance of old pointing devices being confronted with modern display resolutions and other useful functionalities for vintage keyboard peeps. I can't make any promises on if or when there's availability since I'm developing when I have spare time, but I'm certain I want to complete it eventually since I would make heavy use out of it, it could be of use to others, and it's something to stick in my portfolio. It'll be cross-platform for definite though, so Linux users won't miss out (especially given I'm one too), and will be open source. In the meantime, there are already similar mouse acceleration enhancers out there.
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Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Mon, 11 May 2020, 16:23:02
I just picked up a few Selectric II typewriters for $20. I mean, they aren't technically buckling spring keyboards, but there is a buckling spring in one of the mechanisms, so I guess it kinda fits. This is probably the closest thing I'll get to a beamspring. They all need some TLC... don't know if the green one will survive.
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You know, people say that the beamspring with solenoid is loud, that the Model M and F are loud, well you gotta get one of these. I got one of them half working and man, is it loud! I recorded over 90db! Some of the keys were actually sticking but once it made a few punches at the paper the entire thing loosened up. Huh...
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Post by: JP on Mon, 11 May 2020, 18:37:36
You know, people say that the beamspring with solenoid is loud, that the Model M and F are loud, well you gotta get one of these. I got one of them half working and man, is it loud! I recorded over 90db! Some of the keys were actually sticking but once it made a few punches at the paper the entire thing loosened up. Huh...

Ha! Check this out. The bell is actually from a Selectric.

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Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Mon, 11 May 2020, 20:50:32

Ha! Check this out. The bell is actually from a Selectric.


Oh god, thats loud. I just fixed one of the blue ones; I need to replace the main hub since its thumping and has a large crack in it. I also just noticed that the thing is also missing most of the feed mechanism! Guess I'll salvage that off of the green one. Its fun to type on, though! Highly recommended if you have the time and patience to get these old things working; its as satisfying as buckling springs, if not more.

Here it is, semi-working.
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Post by: funkmon on Mon, 11 May 2020, 21:17:33
Here's the size difference between a full sized keyboard and an M122 battlecruiser.
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 12 May 2020, 20:13:53
*sigh*
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Post by: widdlekitty on Wed, 13 May 2020, 00:08:47
(https://i.imgur.com/yTv9a0h.jpg)

This guy came in this week. Really loving it so far.
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Post by: funkmon on Fri, 15 May 2020, 19:32:58
Recently, I purchased two Model Ms for $70, which is slightly expensive for a generic Model M, but not that bad. You'll see why I bought both shortly.

The first one is a Model M13, which supposedly worked. Great deal, right? Well...

Here's my "Lexmark" "working" Model M13 with trackpoint. I managed to find one on eBay for $70, which is expensive for a Model M, but cheap for an M13, even one that's highly used. I picked it up, since, while it looked dirty, it didn't look terribly dirty.

(https://i.imgur.com/tVJtP4kh.jpg)

Honestly, for a 20 year old keyboard, this isn't bad. Other than the part where the trackpoint ****ing module doesn't ****ing work so what's even the ****ing point. Going to try to get a refund for the item cost and send it in to Unicomp.

(https://i.imgur.com/1SnysZTh.jpg)

Some minor board chow, but, again, not bad. The cable is obviously near death. It turns out it's a Maxi Switch M13, not one made by Lexmark. I was hoping for Made In The USA on the back.

(https://i.imgur.com/r6w1W8qh.jpg)

In comparison, I got a 1993 IBM Terminal keyboard from Drake, a moderator on the Model M subreddit. The back doesn't say who made it, presumably Lexmark, but I'm not sure. It's pretty swell! Love the extra spacebar on the numpad, like always.

(https://i.imgur.com/QNYYu1yh.jpg)

It's in great condition, nearly new in terms of the business end. It even comes with a Dollarama tier Canadian flag and a sticker.

(https://i.imgur.com/QjOmLh1h.jpg)

You can see in the top right a janked together internal Soarer's converter. These are available commercially from $35. Value added!

(https://i.imgur.com/1DSsxWzh.jpg)

While the keyboard was clearly used, the keys and (upper) case look basically new! Awesome! I think I got a good deal on both. I'm very pleased.
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Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 23 May 2020, 05:51:39
I received my second M13 today - a 1995 P/N 92G7461 by Lexmark. Even came with a sealed user guide!
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Post by: funkmon on Sat, 23 May 2020, 17:55:24
Why do we think those M13s were so textured?
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Post by: sharktastica on Sun, 24 May 2020, 09:45:50
Why do we think those M13s were so textured?
Was your Maxi Switch also as textured as much as Lexmark's/Unicomp's?
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Sun, 24 May 2020, 10:19:07
Before

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After

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Post by: funkmon on Sun, 24 May 2020, 19:23:56
Before

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Holy smokes, that looks good. It just needs a set of straight black keycaps. How'd you do it?

Why do we think those M13s were so textured?
Was your Maxi Switch also as textured as much as Lexmark's/Unicomp's?

Yeah it is, it's actually pretty jarring. If you look closely in the post above, you can see the M13 and the Gen 3 IBM at the same magnification and you can tell the M13 is highly textured.
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 26 May 2020, 09:19:13
Before

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After

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Holy smokes, that looks good. It just needs a set of straight black keycaps. How'd you do it?

Took it apart, gave it a good clean, spray painted it grey and bought some grey and white caps from Unicomp.
I tried a set of black keycaps. I think this looks better.
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Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Tue, 26 May 2020, 14:22:23
I received my second M13 today - a 1995 P/N 92G7461 by Lexmark. Even came with a sealed user guide!

Now that you have an M5-2 and a M13, which would you use more? (probably the M13, right) I wonder why the M5-2 is so forgotten, its probably rarer than the M13 and you would think more people would try and collect them. I guess the trackpoint won the battle over the trackball.
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Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 26 May 2020, 17:44:29
I received my second M13 today - a 1995 P/N 92G7461 by Lexmark. Even came with a sealed user guide!

Now that you have an M5-2 and a M13, which would you use more? (probably the M13, right) I wonder why the M5-2 is so forgotten, its probably rarer than the M13 and you would think more people would try and collect them. I guess the trackpoint won the battle over the trackball.
I grew up with ThinkPads, so the M13 for sure. The M5-2 isn't bad though, and I think when you take into account the technology difference from then to now, the old trackballs hold up more than early TrackPoint implementations.
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 00:33:00
Made me stop and think about it. Ok.
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 00:36:46
The Maxi Switch is the black one. The Lexmark is the white one. I guess I would have to dig them both out but probably the white one is more textured than the black one.
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Post by: Snowdog993 on Thu, 28 May 2020, 00:38:00
*shrug*
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Post by: funkmon on Thu, 28 May 2020, 20:29:43
Here's a few from me.

1. This is the Lexmark Industrial Grey Frankenkeyboard I just apprehended. To fully frankenstein it, I got geekhack function keys.

(https://i.imgur.com/JqiSjOo.jpg)

2. Here's the Unicomp New Model M.

(https://i.imgur.com/0Yru0HS.jpg)

It's a fairly early model I think. I haven't seen an earlier date than this, but to be fair, I haven't seen many New Model Ms around.
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Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 30 May 2020, 15:12:10
If only I had a kishsaver to fill the gap...
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Post by: funkmon on Sun, 31 May 2020, 19:59:02
(https://i.imgur.com/U6mVHTw.jpg)

This one hasn't entered the typing rotation yet. It's got a broken clip and I'm trying to resolve this issue at the moment, but it's pretty neat! 1992 Lexmark branded board. See more photographs here.

https://imgur.com/a/U6K4Hg8

Shark, you should make a custom case mod and just get a few more M50s and make a very long Model M.
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Post by: JP on Thu, 04 June 2020, 14:19:23
M122 from Unicomp's Black Friday sale.

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IBM Model M 1394618

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IBM Model M 1395100 - Eagle Computers Branded

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Post by: funkmon on Thu, 04 June 2020, 16:06:22
Here's one for the people googling from the future.

I bought a sealed, new in box, Model M, part number 1393990. I've never heard of this part number, and from some quick searching, I still couldn't find it. So, I popped in an offer, inflated by the mystery of the board, and bought it for $125.

(https://i.imgur.com/5g0wFr8.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/s3Ob1s8.jpg)

Turns out 1393990 is the part number for the goddamn box and it just had another 1391401 in it. WTF m8.

In the mean time, I whipped out my Model F XT to test just to be sure I still have the layout down and it's usable. So far my only issue going back to it is the lack of Numpad enter, which I never used to use when I was younger, but, apparently, I use now. Just soarer'ed numpad plus to enter though and I'm all right. I also don't use the tilde key so I turned those into a medium-ass enter, which is fine for me, though I did used to use the ISO layout with enough frequency that that's easy to go back to. I don't know why I don't like the enter key on the XT anymore.

Oh well. Mapped F9 to the Windows key, and so far everything is peachy keen. I don't like the sound though. I never have. The nice thock thock thock of the Model M to me, is much preferred.

(https://i.imgur.com/hJkDqKQ.jpg)
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 04 June 2020, 22:13:40
Here’s another one

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Post by: funkmon on Thu, 04 June 2020, 23:44:30
staaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhp. By the way, my order from Unicomp just got sent out where I tried to get them to give me a full set of white on black keycaps. Let's see what happens. Also coming back is my M13 and 4 industrial cases.

My only problem with the industrial cases is that I'm not going to sacrifice my good terminal cases with the long legs for these stumpy legged cases, or the square badged models either. So I only have a single board to put in them at the moment, a 1991 terminal, though I've got an extremely late Lexmark from September of 1995 that doesn't work that I might send out to Unicomp and get fixed up. So that's 2. I guess I could take apart a few of my POS terminals and put them in cases, but keep one intact. I need another Soarer's converter for that crap.
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Post by: JP on Thu, 04 June 2020, 23:47:47
Here’s another one

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Oh wow!!!  :thumb: :thumb:

Where did you get the black badge from?
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Post by: JP on Fri, 05 June 2020, 14:07:34
Vanilla Model M with specialized Quotron financial key caps.
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Model M found saved from a building being renovated. Lots of unusual custom keys. The relegendable keys on at the top function row refer to different cities in Indiana.
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 05 June 2020, 15:40:32
Here’s another one

Before

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After

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Oh wow!!!  :thumb: :thumb:

Where did you get the black badge from?

Thanks. It's actually a high quality sticker I got off a guy who makes them on eBay.
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Post by: funkmon on Sun, 07 June 2020, 19:57:17
Here's a new keyboard. Still wrapped in plastic when I opened it from its repair in 2002.

(https://i.imgur.com/P70hBZR.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/fFRsOq7.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/BvBuu66.jpg)
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Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 09 June 2020, 21:30:22
IBM Model M 1395100 - Eagle Computers Branded

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Never seen one of these before, would love to own one of these type of off-branded boards some day. Very cool.
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Post by: JP on Wed, 10 June 2020, 08:30:45
IBM Model M 1395100 - Eagle Computers Branded

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Never seen one of these before, would love to own one of these type of off-branded boards some day. Very cool.

I bought this one solely because of the logo. It was just super interesting to me. Occasionally I'll spot off-branded Model M's on eBay but usually they are not that interesting to me considering I already have enough Model M's as it is. This board is a bit of a mystery to me. I really couldn't find much. My research led me to Eagle Computer Inc. (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Eagle_Computer) which manufactured one of the first IBM PC clones and is known perhaps more for the tragic fate of it's CEO (https://www.nytimes.com/1983/06/10/business/corporate-triumph-then-death-in-a-ferrari.html). However I don't see a tie to this company since they went out of business by 1986 and the logo is different. I also see a few similarly named companies from my google searches.
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Post by: switchnollie on Wed, 10 June 2020, 15:44:41
Dang JP you always find the coolest boards 😩✊
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Post by: funkmon on Wed, 10 June 2020, 20:18:11
Here's a much less cool board.

(https://i.imgur.com/pphRI06.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/OJhOBnM.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/6uzNiAG.jpg)
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Post by: funkmon on Tue, 23 June 2020, 02:08:01
You guys may remember the Industrial Lexmark I have. Well, I've updated it a bit and gotten some US-International keycaps, since I type on US-International. I don't know why I never thought ot buy keycaps with this legend on them before! Crazy!

(https://i.imgur.com/vgu3G2P.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/ORT9mqA.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/983CkH8.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/NMqh5Ux.jpeg)
(https://i.imgur.com/yMph08l.jpeg)
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Tue, 23 June 2020, 19:37:46
You guys may remember the Industrial Lexmark I have. Well, I've updated it a bit and gotten some US-International keycaps, since I type on US-International. I don't know why I never thought ot buy keycaps with this legend on them before! Crazy!

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Nice dude!
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 26 June 2020, 09:17:20
Got an Ambra Model M!

Unfortunately, it's not an AMB100x with the blue-grey case and bottom-left aligned italic keycaps, but I can't find any information about the AMB2001 so I'll be taking lots of better photos once it's cleaned up. It came with single-piece standard ISO UK keycaps that are not pictured since I'm in the process of cleaning them (the keycaps attached are just there to allow me to test the keyboard in the meantime).
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Post by: JP on Fri, 26 June 2020, 09:37:04
Got an Ambra Model M!

Unfortunately, it's not an AMB100x with the blue-grey case and bottom-left aligned italic keycaps, but I can't find any information about the AMB2001 so I'll be taking lots of better photos once it's cleaned up. It came with single-piece standard ISO UK keycaps that are not pictured since I'm in the process of cleaning them (the keycaps attached are just there to allow me to test the keyboard in the meantime).
(Attachment Link)

Neat. I've never seen that particular Ambra logo.
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Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 27 June 2020, 05:44:53
My second Wheelwriter keyboard!

About a month ago, I managed to snag an entire Wheelwriter 3500 for just £1, however, the rest of the typewriter is not in working order despite all looking as immaculate as this keyboard assembly. Unusually, this assembly is dated 2001, so I've asked Unicomp if they could enlighten me (ie, is it something they've made/repaired).
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Post by: funkmon on Mon, 29 June 2020, 17:52:29
What so you think the odds of being able to turn that thing into your own custom SSK are?
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Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 30 June 2020, 05:41:07
What so you think the odds of being able to turn that thing into your own custom SSK are?
It is inevitable.
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Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 30 June 2020, 09:40:24
IBM 3151 ASCII Display Station Keyboard + Unicomp APL keycap set = lots of cool sublegends.
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 01 July 2020, 11:25:17
Setting this thing back up on my work rig because it’s basically the best keyboard I own. This thing is flawless to type on.


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Post by: JP on Wed, 01 July 2020, 11:47:14
Wow, nice!  ;)
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Post by: funkmon on Wed, 01 July 2020, 21:19:09
Setting this thing back up on my work rig because it’s basically the best keyboard I own. This thing is flawless to type on.


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When I grow up I want to have a square badge industrial.
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 03 July 2020, 12:49:16
Red pill or blue pill?
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Post by: LightningXI on Fri, 03 July 2020, 12:52:08
Red pill or blue pill?
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blue always
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 03 July 2020, 15:56:39
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Post by: TacticalCoder on Sat, 04 July 2020, 18:20:24
When I grow up I want to have a square badge industrial.

Square badge industrial SSK.  Same here: by the time I'm a grandpa I hope I'll have one : )
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Post by: JP on Sat, 04 July 2020, 20:28:40
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 09 July 2020, 01:06:32
(https://i.imgur.com/zGuPRjr.jpg)

I love they 4704 keyboard Fraser. I might do the same thing on mine. I haven't decided yet.

And JP that thing looks mint! What a great board.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Thu, 09 July 2020, 06:17:32
Show Image
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I love they 4704 keyboard Fraser. I might do the same thing on mine. I haven't decided yet.

And JP that thing looks mint! What a great board.

Thanks! It’s fun when you finally learn all the things unicomp can offer as you are discovering  :D :thumb:

Did you finally find a 107 or did you already have another one? Or is it a new model f?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 09 July 2020, 11:26:22
I have found one, off the books. Orihalcon dug one out of his basement, unrestored, but in good condition, that he's billing me for. And it's for a lot of money so I better never buy another keyboard again. *crosses fingers*
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Thu, 09 July 2020, 11:59:35
I have found one, off the books. Orihalcon dug one out of his basement, unrestored, but in good condition, that he's billing me for. And it's for a lot of money so I better never buy another keyboard again. *crosses fingers*

Nice!  :thumb: I said the same thing myself on multiple occasions   ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Thu, 09 July 2020, 16:22:43

Orihalcon dug one out of his basement, unrestored, but in good condition


Ask him very nicely if he would install an Xwhatsit for you. It looks like tedious task and he is good at it.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Thu, 09 July 2020, 19:46:56
Yeah I did and he charged me for that, too. I'm dying. But then again, I paid for it so it's a fair price. lol
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Sat, 11 July 2020, 21:37:34
Yeah I did and he charged me for that, too. I'm dying. But then again, I paid for it so it's a fair price. lol

It's worth it. Can't wait to see pics!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Sun, 12 July 2020, 01:06:35
My problem is that my desk is wicked small. A normal Model M already overlaps my mousepad significantly. I'm actually thinking about buying a new desk just for that keyboard. As it is, my monitors are already too big, so it's more along the lines of the straw that broke the camel's back.

In the mean time however, I've thrown the US-International keys onto my XT. The thing is, and some of you may have known this but some of you may have not, the Unicomp keys are a slightly shorter throw than the normal XT keys, so the typing feels ever ever so slightly different. Not substantially, but it does feel more like a perfect Model M as opposed to an F. It's kind of interesting. I'm going to stick with it to see what happens. You can also see the major difference in colour between the Unicomp keys and the old XT keys. Very strange.

I rewrote this post in the time it took to upload the photo btw.

(https://i.imgur.com/EXQJfgx.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 18 July 2020, 21:44:32
That is my problem with my F107 as well -- I feel it in my shoulder reaching all the way over for the mouse after a bit of use.

For a time I was using a trackpad in front of the keyboard which actually wasn't bad, but there's something about a mouse that drew me back. That and my F107 is currently at our quarantined office  :blank:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Sat, 18 July 2020, 22:54:45
Ya'll need some bigger desks  :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: downtownHippie on Sun, 19 July 2020, 10:09:31
I retired the pearl/pebble one when I retired a few years ago, and looking to put this box of gateron greens I have a to use soon, so might retire the black one then.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Wed, 22 July 2020, 05:26:08
Let me know if you want to send your retired boards to a good home and not the glue factory! :D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Wed, 22 July 2020, 09:24:43
I retired the pearl/pebble one when I retired a few years ago, and looking to put this box of gateron greens I have a to use soon, so might retire the black one then.

If you try hard you might be able to wear out one of these boards in your lifetime.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Wed, 22 July 2020, 09:41:33
I retired the pearl/pebble one when I retired a few years ago, and looking to put this box of gateron greens I have a to use soon, so might retire the black one then.

If you try hard you might be able to wear out one of these boards in your lifetime.

Impossibru
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 25 July 2020, 09:58:47
My problem is that my desk is wicked small. A normal Model M already overlaps my mousepad significantly. I'm actually thinking about buying a new desk just for that keyboard. As it is, my monitors are already too big, so it's more along the lines of the straw that broke the camel's back.

In the mean time however, I've thrown the US-International keys onto my XT. The thing is, and some of you may have known this but some of you may have not, the Unicomp keys are a slightly shorter throw than the normal XT keys, so the typing feels ever ever so slightly different. Not substantially, but it does feel more like a perfect Model M as opposed to an F. It's kind of interesting. I'm going to stick with it to see what happens. You can also see the major difference in colour between the Unicomp keys and the old XT keys. Very strange.

I rewrote this post in the time it took to upload the photo btw.



Hopefully if you keep your eyes open, you may find yourself a SSK.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Mon, 27 July 2020, 11:21:02
(https://i.imgur.com/Pm96cPk.jpg)

I finally had some time to play with the Xwhatsit **** and get this thing going. Holy smokes. I thought there wasn't a better feeling keyboard than the XT. I was wrong. This is everything the XT was and more.

And, as some of you guys may know, I have always had 2 issues with the Models F: the layout and the sound. Well, this thing doesn't help with the sound, but the layout is basically the same as a Model M the way I have it set up. It's arguably even better, since it has room for that Windows key.

This is it boys. I've hit the peak and there's nowhere to go but down.

Confirmed: I'm going to need a bigger desk.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: pr0ximity on Tue, 28 July 2020, 21:15:56
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Pm96cPk.jpg)


I finally had some time to play with the Xwhatsit **** and get this thing going. Holy smokes. I thought there wasn't a better feeling keyboard than the XT. I was wrong. This is everything the XT was and more.

And, as some of you guys may know, I have always had 2 issues with the Models F: the layout and the sound. Well, this thing doesn't help with the sound, but the layout is basically the same as a Model M the way I have it set up. It's arguably even better, since it has room for that Windows key.

This is it boys. I've hit the peak and there's nowhere to go but down.

Confirmed: I'm going to need a bigger desk.

100% agree, they're really something to type on.

I highly recommend trying the floss mod (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=9761.0) on it if you haven't, it's very easy to try on a few switches at a time, and easy to remove afterwards if you don't like it. Can also use paracord core if you can't find the proper type of floss.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: downtownHippie on Tue, 28 July 2020, 21:20:12
the floss mod (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=9761.0)

O.M.G.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 04 August 2020, 12:19:12
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Darthbaggins on Tue, 04 August 2020, 15:42:56
one day I hope to have a real BS board to add to my collection, closest thing I have is an older Dell/MSFT unit in size and layout.  But it is far from a BS board, still kick myself for allowing my uncle to toss the board we had with our 486 - tossed it a year before I learned what it really meant/was.  I still visit the eWaste center I worked at to see what they have and no luck so far.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Wed, 05 August 2020, 20:02:36
I'm going off hunting everyone! Wish me luck as I try to bring back some lesser keyboards to add to the collection.
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 07 August 2020, 13:08:03
Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/Pm96cPk.jpg)


I finally had some time to play with the Xwhatsit **** and get this thing going. Holy smokes. I thought there wasn't a better feeling keyboard than the XT. I was wrong. This is everything the XT was and more.

And, as some of you guys may know, I have always had 2 issues with the Models F: the layout and the sound. Well, this thing doesn't help with the sound, but the layout is basically the same as a Model M the way I have it set up. It's arguably even better, since it has room for that Windows key.

This is it boys. I've hit the peak and there's nowhere to go but down.

Confirmed: I'm going to need a bigger desk.

Oh cool! Glad you got one. Now we are F107 blood brothers  ;D :thumb: Any customization plans?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 10 August 2020, 08:27:16

one day I hope to have a real BS board


Get a Unicomp.

New, warranty, native USB, Windows keys, under $100. Certainly the best value out there.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 11 August 2020, 00:32:42

one day I hope to have a real BS board


Get a Unicomp.

New, warranty, native USB, Windows keys, under $100. Certainly the best value out there.

+1 Fohat! I still have a 103 key UNI0446 PS/2 keyboard! Great Choice!
Title: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Casserole on Tue, 11 August 2020, 02:02:09
Siiick
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hvontres on Tue, 11 August 2020, 03:09:00

one day I hope to have a real BS board


Get a Unicomp.

New, warranty, native USB, Windows keys, under $100. Certainly the best value out there.

+1 Fohat! I still have a 103 key UNI0446 PS/2 keyboard! Great Choice!

Do the keys on your Unicomp feel nice and crisp? I put some Unicomp VI keys on my 1986 and sometimes one or more of the keys feel like the spring isn't buckling right.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Tue, 11 August 2020, 14:08:17

one day I hope to have a real BS board


Get a Unicomp.

New, warranty, native USB, Windows keys, under $100. Certainly the best value out there.

+1 Fohat! I still have a 103 key UNI0446 PS/2 keyboard! Great Choice!

Do the keys on your Unicomp feel nice and crisp? I put some Unicomp VI keys on my 1986 and sometimes one or more of the keys feel like the spring isn't buckling right.

They feel just fine. I don't have those issues at all. Maybe you need to reseat your keys if you do.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: hvontres on Tue, 11 August 2020, 15:30:08
Maybe they are just a bad batch then. I have reseated them multiple times and also switched back to the original keys. The originals work fine. The new ones work most of the time, but every so often, the J just won't buckle for a couple of presses and then is fine again. I think the little nub for the spring might be too short on the Unicomp stems.
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Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 21 August 2020, 21:46:29
Some sexy stuff right there

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Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 09 September 2020, 04:29:30
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Post by: pr0ximity on Sat, 12 September 2020, 19:49:08
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 Foot fetish?  :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: darkcruix on Tue, 15 September 2020, 03:33:14
I am writing a technical reference for Model F keyboards (actual state of the document can be found here: http://www.linux-tin.org/ModelFManual.pdf (http://www.linux-tin.org/ModelFManual.pdf).
In this document, I am also showing the different variants of the Model F keyboards (2-21f). I already have 10 in there, but I am still looking for:
The document will be released under a Creative Commons license and in case you are sharing those photos, you need to be ok with me taking those into the document.
Any help would be much appreciated
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Post by: sharktastica on Fri, 18 September 2020, 13:04:44
Reduxed some of my better photos:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 06 October 2020, 19:21:16
The bought-cheap M5-2 I received yesterday all cleaned up and ready to go!
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Post by: LightningXI on Wed, 07 October 2020, 01:46:11
Wonderful collection :eek: ! that's some nice variety.
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Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 07 November 2020, 16:38:38
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Post by: BrooklynTony198 on Wed, 11 November 2020, 15:00:25
3 Generations of IBM keyboards. If only I owned a beamspring...
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 11 November 2020, 16:03:45
New shot of my 3151 ASCII Model M:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sleepy916 on Mon, 07 December 2020, 02:58:29
Unsaver, Kish, and F62.

The clearcoat has seen better days on my Kish.  ^-^

(https://i.imgur.com/U77Xr00.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: LightningXI on Mon, 07 December 2020, 07:37:16
Unsaver, Kish, and F62.

The clearcoat has seen better days on my Kish.  ^-^

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/U77Xr00.jpg)

Wow. Talk about a grail-level set of buckling spring keyboards. Amazing!
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Post by: dallman5 on Mon, 07 December 2020, 11:47:57
Unsaver, Kish, and F62.

The clearcoat has seen better days on my Kish.  ^-^

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/U77Xr00.jpg)


What a happy little BS family  :D

I'd love to find a kish someday, but I'll settle for an F62 in the meantime
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Post by: sleepy916 on Tue, 08 December 2020, 00:05:46
Unsaver, Kish, and F62.

The clearcoat has seen better days on my Kish.  ^-^

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/U77Xr00.jpg)

Wow. Talk about a grail-level set of buckling spring keyboards. Amazing!

Thanks! I got lucky with the Unsaver, if I was smart I would have bought more back when it was affordable.  :))

Unsaver, Kish, and F62.

The clearcoat has seen better days on my Kish.  ^-^

Show Image
(https://i.imgur.com/U77Xr00.jpg)


What a happy little BS family  :D

I'd love to find a kish someday, but I'll settle for an F62 in the meantime

At least you have an Unsaver... I prefer the Unsaver to my Kish to be honest.  ^-^
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Thu, 07 January 2021, 11:37:16
My Unicomp New Model M came in!

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FYI: this is a leap forward for Unicomp!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 19 January 2021, 16:51:17
(https://i.imgur.com/MFZIvPOh.jpg)

This Model F 122 was born on the second of May 1984.

It's very similar to the first sets of Models M with the bigfoot feet. Sharktastic calls them Type 1.

(https://i.imgur.com/g3gduYUh.jpg)

The big difference you can see here is that the Model F has a big thick black metal backplate, so it weighs a ****load.


Other than that, fundamentally it's not too dissimilar to a 122 key Model M. It uses the standard ISO layout, and is fairly pleasant. You guys may know that every major type of F and M type slightly differently.

If you've typed on an M before, but never on an F, it's very much the same thing but pingier, smoother, and lighter by almost inconsequential amounts.

If you've typed on an F before, but never on a 122, I'll say it feels very similar to an AT than an XT. Slightly quieter, slightly thockier, closer to an M in sound than other Fs. The feel is also close to an AT. It feels more solid, more buttery. Less light and rattley like the XTs and to an extent the 4704s.


My preference is for the light and rattley keyfeel of the XT, but with the sound of the Model M. I think this keyboard is a great happy medium for a lot of people, especially those like me who hate layers and want every key to be a shortcut.


That being said, it's not for me at this time. My desk is too small, and, while for the price of this keyboard I could have upgraded my desk twice, it's just not something I'm prepared to do at the moment. I've currently got a great thing going with the Navless layout of the repro and the XT (although I do have a seldom used layer for the repro).


So anyway, those of you looking to complete a Model F collection, here's what you need to know:

It's a big Model F AT.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 16 February 2021, 16:37:32
General Electric Healthcare Unicomp Classic P/N 2054858-003:
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Maxi Switch OEM Model M13 P/N 13H6705:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: funkmon on Tue, 16 February 2021, 21:15:39
Those two keyboards look boss. FWIW Shark, I'm still considering the F122 offer.

I didn't ever really want a black M13 but now I feel like I should get one to compliment my pearl. Hmm.
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Post by: sefixmm on Tue, 06 April 2021, 04:42:44
Pornographic pictures of my old Model-M :D
(https://i.imgur.com/FJOEx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FJOEx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FJOEx.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/FJOEx.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 10 April 2021, 12:31:03
WoB and blue mods on a Unicomp Mini M
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sefixmm on Sat, 10 April 2021, 15:44:35
Nice, is the Mini M as good as the original SSK ?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 10 April 2021, 17:32:13
Nice, is the Mini M as good as the original SSK ?
Technically speaking, it's better - it's got an improved matrix design that allows 6-10 keystrokes together without blocking. TLDR: its matrix is very oversized for what it needs to be, allowing them to choose only the members that are unlikely to block with each other as functioning keys, effectively hiding many if not all instance of the membrane's 2KRO in use. More about it (and the Mini M at large) on my website: https://sharktastica.co.uk/articles/minim_prototype. Bear in mind, my unit is a prototype though.

In terms of other aspects, it's a bit subjective. It's lighter than an SSK and has Windows keys, which is a pro or con depending on your outlook or needs. It's a bit more flexible than an SSK, but it's much more rigid than past Unicomp keyboards. Overall, it's an excellent keyboard. As long as you're fine with black, at $125, it's a far better value proposition than an OG SSK.

Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 14 April 2021, 09:29:06
And now, my black Model M13 with some blue keycaps. Going for a '00s ThinkPad vibe.

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Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 14 April 2021, 16:23:42
And now, my black Model M13 with some blue keycaps. Going for a '00s ThinkPad vibe.

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Looking great!  :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Pr0grammed on Fri, 16 April 2021, 23:30:05
Where can i get the black printed keycaps for the unicomp m mini? thanks
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: rknize on Tue, 20 April 2021, 12:03:38
Pretty satisfied with the new Unicomp SSK so far.  I've owned their EnduraPro and a Classic Trackball for many years.  They work fine, but as most of you know the quality of the cases and key legends are rather poor.  This new SSK is a vast improvement.  It is certainly not as solid as an original IBM SSK (I have a couple of those as well), but the fit and finish is closer to what I'd expect from a brand-new keyboard.  Some of the bottom edges are rather sharp, but the gaps and texture is consistent.  I originally thought the USB A connector was an odd choice, but the fact that it is locking makes up for that.  It's nice and solid.  Maybe there is no suitable locking B connector?

(http://images.knizefamily.net/keyboard-unicomp-ssk.jpg)

If the "New Model M" is of similar quality, I would have no qualms recommending Unicomp to more people.  That said, this new SSK is a better value proposition than their model M.  A real (but used) Model M can still be had for "New Model M" money.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 21 April 2021, 09:37:11
Where can i get the black printed keycaps for the unicomp m mini? thanks
Unfortunately, finding a black M13 is pretty much the only option. Unicomp used to sell WoB keycap sets but ran out last year.

If the "New Model M" is of similar quality, I would have no qualms recommending Unicomp to more people.  That said, this new SSK is a better value proposition than their model M.  A real (but used) Model M can still be had for "New Model M" money.
For the most part, the New Model M is the same quality. It's physically the exact same fit and finish, but most will have slightly older and less refined keycaps. Certainly, still better than ones from 5 years ago though. I anticipate that once Unicomp burns through any older stock they have pilled up, all their keycaps will eventually equalise in quality. Due to the unique legends they have, the Mini Ms are guaranteed to have their latest keycaps by contrast.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Wed, 21 April 2021, 13:18:01
M13...  I have one or two of those.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sefixmm on Tue, 27 April 2021, 04:40:48
M13...  I have one or two of those.

The black version is super cool  :cool:
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Thu, 20 May 2021, 16:09:42
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DotMatrixMoe on Wed, 02 June 2021, 09:52:05
I love my M13. Plan on USB modding it or something. My signature says all. But if you really want some more keeb pics, your wish is my command.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: nickheller on Tue, 15 June 2021, 17:40:51
Unicomp Mini M with pearl / pebble blanks and Clack Factory checkeys on F&J.

(https://i.imgur.com/m4aUkbb.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Thu, 24 June 2021, 06:32:05
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: yui on Thu, 24 June 2021, 06:37:46
i was wondering if Fujitsu peerless and focus's strange buckling spring over buckling rubber domes (FK-*200 serie) would fit here?
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Auxo on Thu, 24 June 2021, 18:48:35
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II

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That board definitely makes a statement, very nice
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Fri, 25 June 2021, 11:14:19
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II
I thought that keyboard was not a buckling spring. I thought it had the yellow alps type keys? Interesting.
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Sat, 26 June 2021, 12:09:03
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II
I thought that keyboard was not a buckling spring. I thought it had the yellow alps type keys? Interesting.

None of the 5576 family used yellow Alps, as far as I know; 5576-001 and 002 were Alps SKCP (plate spring), 003 and A01 were Brother buckling springs, and B01, B05 and B06 were rubber dome.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Snowdog993 on Sat, 26 June 2021, 22:34:39
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II
I thought that keyboard was not a buckling spring. I thought it had the yellow alps type keys? Interesting.

None of the 5576 family used yellow Alps, as far as I know; 5576-001 and 002 were Alps SKCP (plate spring), 003 and A01 were Brother buckling springs, and B01, B05 and B06 were rubber dome.

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Yeah I forgot about the Brother variant. Very good information!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DotMatrixMoe on Thu, 01 July 2021, 17:05:28
More pics?  :cool:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DotMatrixMoe on Thu, 01 July 2021, 18:49:21
IBM 5576-C01 Japanese Keyboard TrackPoint II
I thought that keyboard was not a buckling spring. I thought it had the yellow alps type keys? Interesting.

None of the 5576 family used yellow Alps, as far as I know; 5576-001 and 002 were Alps SKCP (plate spring), 003 and A01 were Brother buckling springs, and B01, B05 and B06 were rubber dome.

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That is sleeeeeeeeeek!  ;D
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Tactile on Thu, 01 July 2021, 19:18:46
1985 Model F
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: DotMatrixMoe on Fri, 02 July 2021, 18:32:39
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What a coincidence! We match!  :))
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: codebean on Mon, 02 August 2021, 16:15:28
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hi I'm unicomp

I was told to post this here
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Post by: MossG1 on Wed, 04 August 2021, 11:23:50
WOW!
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Tue, 05 July 2022, 08:46:43
Been quiet in here for a while, so here's some of my latest arrivals...

1986 IBM 3197 Color Display Station Enhanced Keyboard (P/N 1390951, made by IBM UK)

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1986 IBM Personal Computer XT Enhanced Keyboard (1390120, IBM US)

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1990 IBM Industrial Keyboard (1394958, IBM UK)

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1993 Dell-branded Model M (1397651, Lexmark)

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2002 IBM Enhanced Keyboard (42H1292, Unicomp)

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Darthbaggins on Tue, 05 July 2022, 12:44:11
That industrial:
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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: Darthbaggins on Tue, 05 July 2022, 12:44:31
:facepalm: Dub post
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Post by: snoopy on Wed, 09 November 2022, 09:47:57
Unicomp Mini M with pearl / pebble blanks and Clack Factory checkeys on F&J.

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This looks really good. They should sell it like that (if they ever continue selling the Mini M...)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: sharktastica on Wed, 09 November 2022, 09:58:55
Recently took a lot of Model M13 photos for site content such as my Model M13 wiki page (https://sharktastica.co.uk/wiki?id=modelm13) and here's some of them:

1995 OPTIONS by IBM pearl white M13 - P/N 92G7461:
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_92G7461_lexmark.jpg)

1997 OPTIONS by IBM raven black M13 - P/N 13H6705:
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_13H6705_ibm.jpg)

1998 industrial grey M13 - P/N 06H4173:
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_06H4173_unicomp.jpg)

2004 TotalStorage 3494 M13 - P/N 18P7970:
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_18P7970_unicomp.jpg)
Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: JP on Sun, 05 February 2023, 00:58:05
Meet "Black Betty" - A stunning example of a pristine/NOS, very early production IBM Model M born in Nov 1985 with part number 1390110, an unusual part number which seems to be undocumented anywhere online until it's recent rediscovery. This uniquely ultra-rare unicorn sports a seemingly modern black case, black GE branded square badge, powerful 4 MHz "Mandolin" crystal :P, black coiled cable, and is exquisitely adorned with colorful modifier keys. If I had to guess, this keyboard might have once belonged to non other than Darth Vader himself.

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Title: Re: Post your BS boards here!
Post by: dustinhxc on Wed, 15 February 2023, 05:57:47
Recently took a lot of Model M13 photos for site content such as my Model M13 wiki page (https://sharktastica.co.uk/wiki?id=modelm13) and here's some of them:

1995 OPTIONS by IBM pearl white M13 - P/N 92G7461:
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(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_92G7461_lexmark.jpg)


1997 OPTIONS by IBM raven black M13 - P/N 13H6705:
Show Image
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_13H6705_ibm.jpg)


1998 industrial grey M13 - P/N 06H4173:
Show Image
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_06H4173_unicomp.jpg)


2004 TotalStorage 3494 M13 - P/N 18P7970:
Show Image
(https://sharktastica.co.uk/resources/images/model_ms/shark_18P7970_unicomp.jpg)


Danggggg love the Trackpoint on those!  :thumb: