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Offline Liam

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[GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« on: Mon, 30 April 2018, 23:22:42 »
It’s finally GB time for the Imperial Hue.  To keep it simple, we’ll only offer the case.




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Specs:

  • Made of Narra Padauk wood.
  • High profile case.
  • Length x Width x Height: 305 x 122 x 35 (mm) or 12" x 4 4/5" x 1 3/8" (inches).
  • 5 degrees angle.
  • 3M feet included.
  • Choose between Wood/Acrylic/Brass weights.
  • Additional brass weight (optional) placed between the PCB and the case for additional weight.
  • Screw holes supports most standard 60% PCB. Tested wi* th BFake.
  • Weight (fully assembled):
    • Barebone case (only the case, not assembled): 468g (1.03lbs).
    • With (concave) wood weight: 877g (1.93lbs).
    • With (convex) acrylic weight: 898g (1.98lbs).
    • With concave brass weight: 1127g (2.5lbs).
    • With convex brass weight: 1127g (2.5lbs).
    • With additional brass weight +1014g (2.235lbs).
    • Weight tested fully assembled with brass weight and additional brass weight: 2140g (4.72lbs).
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Pricing (without 4.4% Paypal fee and shipping):

  • Barebone (need weight for a complete case): $119
  • (Concave) Wood weight: $25
  • (Convex) Acrylic weight: $25
  • Convex brass weight: $55
  • Concave brass weight: $65
  • Additional brass weight: $65

Shipping:

* $30/case worldwide.

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Time frame:

* GB open for 2 weeks until 5/13/18

* Estimated shipping time is in September 2018.

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You’ll need these to fully assemble a 60% keyboard:
  • a PCB.
  • a Plate.
  • Switches.
  • Stabilizers.
  • Keycaps.
« Last Edit: Tue, 22 May 2018, 13:09:58 by Liam »
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Re: Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #1 on: Tue, 01 May 2018, 01:25:47 »
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Re: Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #2 on: Tue, 01 May 2018, 02:12:33 »
Approved :)
Very busy with studies atm.

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Re: Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #3 on: Tue, 01 May 2018, 03:43:36 »
Already joined via Reddit! Awaiting invoice :)


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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #4 on: Thu, 03 May 2018, 16:05:32 »
I'm having trouble differentiating between the Concave and Convex weights from the pictures - would you be able to show a comparison picture? Appreciated

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #5 on: Fri, 04 May 2018, 01:28:24 »
I'm having trouble differentiating between the Concave and Convex weights from the pictures - would you be able to show a comparison picture? Appreciated

This is Convex



And this is Concave



The Convex weights are flat with the back of the case, whereas Concave weights indent into the case.

See this comparison also:

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #6 on: Fri, 04 May 2018, 02:13:51 »
Ordered - this looks awesome, can't wait!

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #7 on: Fri, 04 May 2018, 15:04:47 »
Damn, that is beautiful.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #8 on: Tue, 08 May 2018, 11:29:01 »
Hi, just before i get in, I have a question. I think i saw on reddit that the feet are removable, or something like that, can you detail me a bit more on that? How the feet can be removed, how does the feet look detached to the case, etc. Thank you very much. I''ll get in this GB anyway, but wanted to get some more info  :D

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #9 on: Wed, 09 May 2018, 10:42:02 »
Just ordered, looks amazing, can't wait for september :p

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #10 on: Wed, 09 May 2018, 12:38:04 »
Hi, just before i get in, I have a question. I think i saw on reddit that the feet are removable, or something like that, can you detail me a bit more on that? How the feet can be removed, how does the feet look detached to the case, etc. Thank you very much. I''ll get in this GB anyway, but wanted to get some more info  :D

We switched to 3M adhesive feet so they'll just stick onto the case.

This is how you apply them:
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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (in GB)
« Reply #11 on: Wed, 09 May 2018, 23:41:12 »
In from Reddit. Endgame 60% case right here!

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #12 on: Mon, 28 May 2018, 06:45:35 »
So sad I missed this, are there any extras?

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #13 on: Mon, 28 May 2018, 08:44:26 »
So sad I missed this, are there any extras?

I can pass you my spot if you want it.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #14 on: Tue, 19 June 2018, 15:28:59 »
Any update on production or anything? Is there a Discord channel or something else to follow the project?

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #15 on: Tue, 19 June 2018, 16:08:40 »
Any update on production or anything? Is there a Discord channel or something else to follow the project?

Well, all updates are now required to be posted here on GH, so hopefully something pops up soon.
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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #16 on: Sat, 21 July 2018, 08:24:54 »
Ne updates for production progress?


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« Reply #17 on: Sun, 29 July 2018, 09:20:25 »
Ne updates for production progress?


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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #18 on: Sun, 29 July 2018, 12:40:43 »
This is beautiful! Bummed I saw this too late. Great work.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #19 on: Mon, 30 July 2018, 11:51:09 »
I have sent an email inquiring about production. If I don't see anything in one weeks time I will be filing a report with PayPal for a refund.

Update: I received a reply from u/lamg4 with pictures, a pretty detailed time line, and a link to a video of the finishing of the weights. I'm hoping we will see these things posted here soon. I thought it would be beneficial for everyone to have an update on my inquiry in case anyone else was having issues or was concerned with the seeming lack of updates. I'm glad this lovely project is coming along!
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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #20 on: Sun, 02 September 2018, 15:12:59 »
any updates?

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #21 on: Mon, 03 September 2018, 00:38:35 »
any updates?

I received an email update on 28th August saying that there is a 2-month delay in production, largely because of CNC difficulties it seems, and with a link to this video.
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« Reply #22 on: Tue, 04 September 2018, 17:29:03 »
any updates?

I received an email update on 28th August saying that there is a 2-month delay in production, largely because of CNC difficulties it seems, and with a link to this video.

Thanks! missed out on this GB, hoping for extras.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #23 on: Fri, 12 October 2018, 17:30:45 »
Any updates?

P.S. Still looking to purchase a spot.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #24 on: Fri, 12 October 2018, 19:29:37 »
Any updates?

P.S. Still looking to purchase a spot.

GB members got an email. Still a couple months away.

"Hi everyone, this is the 3rd update of the Imperial Hue GB.

During the last few months, there has been quite a few challenges that push back the production, so let me first say sorry about the delay.
Here's the new timeline I received from Break Wood yesterday:

+ In the next 25 days, Break Wood will focus on completing the sides of the case with all the details. Along with that, they will have the brass weight and extra weight gold plated.

+ Next 10 days will be for polishing and overlaying the cases with wood preservative paint.

+ 10 more days to make packaging foam and card boxes prepared for shipment.

I'll work closely with them to make sure everything is delivered.

If you have any question, feel free to ask by replying to this email or contacting Break Wood directly on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/breakwoodvietnam/

Regards,
u/lamg4."

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #25 on: Fri, 12 October 2018, 20:52:28 »
damn this is wild :cool:


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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #26 on: Tue, 23 October 2018, 16:56:23 »
Any update? Any estimated ship time?

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« Reply #27 on: Tue, 20 November 2018, 19:01:10 »
Hi, any updates?

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« Reply #28 on: Thu, 22 November 2018, 16:50:10 »
b o a r d s

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« Reply #29 on: Mon, 26 November 2018, 19:58:23 »
In case anyone missed it, here's the email update from November 23:

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Hi everyone, hope you all have a great Thanksgiving.

I just received a new update from Break Wood yesterday. Here's the details:


+ All the  base will be done tomorrow or the day after.

+ Gold plating the brass is the hard part. They have sent requests to 4-5 factories in the South Vietnam, same in the North, to get the samples. As of far, Break Wood haven't received good samples to begin mass production. Each time they sent a request, it takes half a month to get a sample back. That's why there's delays.

+ They are still working on getting the weights gold plated. I didn't receive the estimated time, but Break Wood said they would get it done as fast as possible.


If you have any questions, please let me know. I know you are worried about the GB, but I'm sure Break Wood is hard at work to get it done. Financial wise, they have spent more than double the total they received from the GB. I hope you understand.

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #30 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 06:00:43 »
Hi there :)

Just saw the last update on e-mail. Not wanting to flame or anything, but when I read updates through email I feel a bit too alone with my feelings and don't know how people in general are reacting to things. This is also my first GB out of a bigger company like MD, Kbdfans, etc.

So... How are you guys? What are your thoughts?

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« Reply #31 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 06:09:01 »
Hi there :)

Just saw the last update on e-mail. Not wanting to flame or anything, but when I read updates through email I feel a bit too alone with my feelings and don't know how people in general are reacting to things. This is also my first GB out of a bigger company like MD, Kbdfans, etc.

So... How are you guys? What are your thoughts?


For those wondering I attach a screenshot of the latest position.


My thoughts on it are that it’s disappointing but they are clearly in a tough spot and want to do the best they can to rectify. I’m pretty certain this isn’t a money grabbing exercise, it’s just poor planning. I’ll be paying the extra $40 personally as I think it’s worth it - especially after the wait so far.

Is it ideal? No, certainly not. My big hope is that  the Gb runners learn from this and add risk costs into their plans going forwards. At the end of the day I kinda forgot shipping was included originally anyhow as lots of GBs run this separately.

I’m just glad I’ll be getting the case and that the guys haven’t just ghosted the community. They’ve invested their own money to finish the job and as long as we see results I’m comfortable with it (if not entirely happy about this). I’m all for putting things right rather than being negative on this kind of stuff.

Edit - I do think this amount should be invoices rather than the direct transfer they are asking for and I’ll be emailing them as such.




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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #32 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 06:19:32 »
I’ve requested for Break Wood to send an invoice in which they did.

For those who paid the invoice, Break Wood would ship the parcel within 48 hours (or so they said in the email reply after I paid)

I’d like to see this case come to fruition, and seems like they have finally gotten all the items on hand.





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« Reply #33 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 07:20:21 »
Nice.


My thoughts on it are that it’s disappointing but they are clearly in a tough spot and want to do the best they can to rectify. I’m pretty certain this isn’t a money grabbing exercise, it’s just poor planning. I’ll be paying the extra $40 personally as I think it’s worth it - especially after the wait so far.


I quite agree with this, and just wanted to see if I wasn't alone with this, specially because my lack of experience in GBs. Will be sending an email for the invoice as well. Thanks guys :D

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #34 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 08:09:39 »
**** happens in a gb, paid up as well. Cant wait for the board.

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« Reply #35 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 13:40:46 »
$331usd in  :'(

hoping the finished product is well worth the wait & price.

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« Reply #36 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 13:50:34 »
$331usd in  :'(

hoping the finished product is well worth the wait & price.

oof

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« Reply #37 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 14:39:47 »
$331usd in  :'(

hoping the finished product is well worth the wait & price.

Haha me too...I went all out the options. Anyone have tips on keeping this wood in tip top shape over the years?

edit: What are those extra bits pictured in the packaging? Do we get brass feet now?? I just noticed them.
Pictures of the weight (even though its just a block) would be nice too.
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« Reply #38 on: Wed, 12 December 2018, 15:18:22 »
Hello friends.
 Break wood first apologized to you about order delays and not regularly update the information about GB for you.
  Since I do not know English (I can only use google translate) and use the computer is very poor, so sending mail to you is very difficult. All previous updates are made by Mr. Liam helped me, however recently he was busy learning so I tried to create account on the forum to be able to update information with people. Please sympathize for my restraint.
   As I have mailed to you, the issue of shipping has caused us a lot of deadlock, but with the sharing from you we could have been easier in the shipping process. I am very surprised that people not only sympathize but also encourage us a lot. We are very thankful for that.
   The shipment will be carried out within 3-5 days (paypal to me to lose 3-5 days)
  However, the amount of goods to be sent is quite large, so we will have to split into two times to avoid customs and tax issues.
   Thank you very much. I send a video to you to understand the situation GB
« Last Edit: Fri, 14 December 2018, 10:25:42 by dodung.breakwood »

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« Reply #39 on: Mon, 24 December 2018, 18:11:39 »
So did people receive their shipping notification after paying the extra fee?

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« Reply #40 on: Mon, 24 December 2018, 18:15:29 »
So did people receive their shipping notification after paying the extra fee?

Not yet here.

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« Reply #41 on: Mon, 24 December 2018, 19:05:32 »
Just received response from OP that Break Wood were shipping them out today  :thumb:
« Last Edit: Mon, 24 December 2018, 22:39:45 by cinema »

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« Reply #42 on: Fri, 28 December 2018, 11:13:25 »
Got an email with my "shipping bill", with a tracking number. Hype reignites :D

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« Reply #43 on: Mon, 31 December 2018, 14:32:47 »
Apparently they are shipping out in 2 batches for customs/tax reasons. If you haven't recieved shipping info yet (like me), it should be in the second batch in a month...

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« Reply #44 on: Mon, 31 December 2018, 16:11:56 »
What happened to Break Wood shipping 3-5 days after direct payment for shipping cost increase? I wish this was a bit more transparent...
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« Reply #45 on: Mon, 31 December 2018, 19:43:05 »
Received my board... not impressed but having the product is something I guess. Pictures in a bit.


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« Reply #46 on: Mon, 31 December 2018, 20:22:54 »
Received my board... not impressed but having the product is something I guess. Pictures in a bit.


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Oh bummer. What was not impressive about it?

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« Reply #47 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 03:44:25 »
I got mine in, and I discussed it with the designer, I'm not 100% impressed either.

Pros:

  • Dope ass design;
  • Heavy AF, which is a plus for me, at first I planed on traveling with it, not anymore of course, but I appreciate the weight;
  • Sounds really better than my previous wood case. It's way more thick than my previous case which probably explains the difference, but the sound is soooo nice (put in lubbed (3204) retooled blacks and a MX zilent on the spacebar).

Cons:
  • The quality does not reflect the price of the board (see below);
  • Related to the first point, the design of the weight has, IMO, not been well thought out (again, see below);
  • I have a mark on the side of the board which breakwood says was done during the shipping process, but the board was well packaged and that portion of the packaging is 100% intact;
  • The screw holes are not properly aligned - I am thus only using 3 screws, not well placed, so there is a gap on the left side of the board which is not present on the right side (see pictures below - it's not that big a deal, and the gap is not fully visible, but a comment on my reddit post made me look twice and notice the difference, I'll post some more pictures tonight).

As for the price not reflecting the quality; I first want to say that I joined through the Vietnamese GB, things were a little more tricky to understand back at the time (I did not know if there would really be an international GB) so, part of this is presumably my fault. I got a convex weight (a mistake IMHO), no plate to hold it in place, basic package. My most important grip with it is that there was no mark or indication to show where the feet had to go on the back of the case (I understand they don't come pre-installed) but because of that I ended-up placing them too "high" (understand too close to the top edge of the board). I screwed them in but one of the screws broke, meaning I can't take the feet off (and even if I could, that would leave a mark).

That last bit is probably my fault for tightening the screw too much, but the problem is that the absence of marking and me placing the feet too "high" is that the weight simply pops out when (the weight protrude too much and typing on the board puts too much pressure, resulting on the weight to come out of its slot). This has been solved by adding a little bumper under the brass leg to make the back higher. Again, I know it's my fault for screwing the legs in (the do give you some 3M thingies so you can paste the legs to the board - I strongly advice you use them!).

Honestly, the case is nice, really nice, and I really like it, but I'm not convinced the quality reflects the price and the multiple delays.

Pics of my board: https://imgur.com/a/yjHpR9F

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #48 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 07:34:34 »
Pics of my board: https://imgur.com/a/yjHpR9F

Nice pics, can you post some of the bottom of the case as well? :D

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Re: [GB] Imperial Hue - a 60% Break Wood case (GB closed)
« Reply #49 on: Mon, 07 January 2019, 07:41:21 »
Pics of my board: https://imgur.com/a/yjHpR9F

Nice pics, can you post some of the bottom of the case as well? :D

I am at work right now but I will take a couple more pics when I get back home :)