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Title: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 22:32:44: Introducing the Fosen Aquamarine switches.

-> CLOSED <-
(http://i.imgur.com/5DFz2De.jpg)

Packs of 110
Each pack is $45 + PP Fee
$14 shipping all over the world (Tracked CONUS and Canada)

MOQ: 30/30 HIT

Orders will be cut off at 60 or on August 9th 11:55PM EST

Gimme the Deets

These clicky switches are fantastic, with an aquamarine stem and a blue top.
They're approximately the same weight as Gateron Blues. (I have no certain way to measure, but they feel very similar weight-wise.)

See the album here for some in depth stuff: http://imgur.com/a/rP5LM

and a video comparing sounds with GMK Cherry and SP DCS keycaps (after playing with them a bit more I can't really tell the weights apart):
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:14:36: Approval Bump!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Gajible on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:25:23: Gimme!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: sony on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:26:53: The lack of switch top opening is kind of a deal breaker for me. Anyone want to send me just one or two switches?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: zhihuichan on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:38:37: Any more details? Such as slider and spring
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:43:52: Quote from: zhihuichan on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:38:37
Any more details? Such as slider and spring

Those are posted in the album in the "gimme the deets" section.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: FrostyToast on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:58:01: How do I order for local pickup?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:59:03: Quote from: FrostyToast on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:58:01
How do I order for local pickup?

Haha, I'll charge you minus shipping
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Halverson on Wed, 03 August 2016, 00:05:23: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:59:03
Quote from: FrostyToast on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:58:01
How do I order for local pickup?

Haha, I'll charge you minus shipping

Date night pickup ;)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 00:08:00: Quote from: Havlerson on Wed, 03 August 2016, 00:05:23
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:59:03
Quote from: FrostyToast on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:58:01
How do I order for local pickup?

Haha, I'll charge you minus shipping

Date night pickup ;)

He pays ;3
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: FrostyToast on Wed, 03 August 2016, 00:27:42: Quote from: Havlerson on Wed, 03 August 2016, 00:05:23
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:59:03
Quote from: FrostyToast on Tue, 02 August 2016, 23:58:01
How do I order for local pickup?

Haha, I'll charge you minus shipping

Date night pickup ;)

I'll give him just the tip.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:42:25: If we meet MOQ I'll try to get some extras for anyone who wants to get some after the gb is over, but the price will be a little higher. We're nearly halfway to MOQ after less than a day, so here's hoping we reach it.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:46:36: Is it at all possible to split a set with someone or take a smaller order? I'd like about 10-15 just to check out and review.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:48:26: Quote from: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:46:36
Is it at all possible to split a set with someone or take a smaller order? I'd like about 10-15 just to check out and review.

I'll be getting some extras so I can sell some sample packs :) I'll run another groupbuy of these not too long after if people like them.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:49:13: Cool, dibs on a sample pack. Hopefully Canada Post strikes won't be an issue for shipping :).
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Gajible on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:53:40: Quote from: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:49:13
Cool, dibs on a sample pack. Hopefully Canada Post strikes won't be an issue for shipping :).

I don't think they should. Aren't supposed to be any disruptions for the time being!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 12:23:17: Thanks to everyone who has signed up so far. We're two thirds of the way to MOQ, so it's looking like we'll reach it :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: kawasaki161 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 13:36:10: Do Gateron/Cherry switchtops fit on those to allow for switchtop removal?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 13:40:39: Quote from: kawasaki161 on Thu, 04 August 2016, 13:36:10
Do Gateron/Cherry switchtops fit on those to allow for switchtop removal?

No they do not
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: MaNiFeX on Thu, 04 August 2016, 16:58:36: Looks great. Love the hard snap.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: odd on Thu, 04 August 2016, 19:05:46: Quote from: 27 on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:48:26
Quote from: CPTBadAss on Wed, 03 August 2016, 13:46:36
Is it at all possible to split a set with someone or take a smaller order? I'd like about 10-15 just to check out and review.

I'll be getting some extras so I can sell some sample packs :) I'll run another groupbuy of these not too long after if people like them.

I would love to buy around 10 or so to add to my master switch collection in addition to my various switch testers
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: sony on Fri, 05 August 2016, 01:00:12: Yeah same. I got a giant switch tester off taobao and I've just been adding to it. A pack of 10 would be great. It would help create awareness and interest in future buys.

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Sat, 06 August 2016, 17:48:51: 3 Days left to join! We only need 6 more packs to reach MOQ. I'll be selling packs of 10 switches after the groupbuy to try and get more people trying them and playing around with them.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Giorgio on Sat, 06 August 2016, 17:50:53: "ORDER HERE"

that's pink on beige in my layout.... better than hidden
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Sat, 06 August 2016, 17:52:37: Quote from: Giorgio on Sat, 06 August 2016, 17:50:53
"ORDER HERE"

that's pink on beige in my layout.... better than hidden

Oops, I'll fix that, it's on grey on mine.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: JDragon on Sun, 07 August 2016, 02:11:03: If we end up 1 away from MOQ I'll add another set of switches to my order to hit it.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Anakey on Sun, 07 August 2016, 04:12:36: I already have 50 zealios switches for my Planck when i get to build it. I was going to try and get hold of some aristotle stems from Zeal and put them in the zealio housing to make them clicky. Is it possible then to put the stems of these switches into the zealio housings like i was going to do with the aristotle stems?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Sun, 07 August 2016, 11:00:51: Planning on entering the buy once my check goes through tomorrow, hopefully we meet the moq

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: JDragon on Sun, 07 August 2016, 18:29:49: Quote from: Anakey on Sun, 07 August 2016, 04:12:36
I already have 50 zealios switches for my Planck when i get to build it. I was going to try and get hold of some aristotle stems from Zeal and put them in the zealio housing to make them clicky. Is it possible then to put the stems of these switches into the zealio housings like i was going to do with the aristotle stems?

I believe so (I'm doing the same with mine).
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: bocahgundul on Sun, 07 August 2016, 18:49:36: they sounds like blue alps!!!!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: romevi on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:24:01: These sound interesting. Is this related to the GB on Reddit?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:25:23: Quote from: romevi on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:24:01
These sound interesting. Is this related to the GB on Reddit?

Yupp, I'm running it all :D
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: zisb on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:27:26: Sign me up!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: romevi on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:40:25: Quote from: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:25:23
Quote from: romevi on Sun, 07 August 2016, 19:24:01
These sound interesting. Is this related to the GB on Reddit?

Yupp, I'm running it all :D

:D
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: tuco on Sun, 07 August 2016, 21:45:43: I'm in, thanks!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:05:33: Is it possible to order 130 switches? To make it fit 2 60% keyboards. How much would it be?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:13:56: Quote from: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:05:33
Is it possible to order 130 switches? To make it fit 2 60% keyboards. How much would it be?
PM'd
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:41:17: Quote from: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:13:56
Quote from: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:05:33
Is it possible to order 130 switches? To make it fit 2 60% keyboards. How much would it be?
PM'd

Placed an order. Can you modify or marked my order to 130switches? Thanks.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:42:21: Quote from: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:41:17
Quote from: 27 on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:13:56
Quote from: jorgenslee on Sun, 07 August 2016, 22:05:33
Is it possible to order 130 switches? To make it fit 2 60% keyboards. How much would it be?
PM'd

Placed an order. Can you modify or marked my order to 130switches? Thanks.

I've noted it :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:18:11: Only need one more pack to meet moq! If anyone would like to adjust their order pm me :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: kawasaki161 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:23:43: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:18:11
Only need one more pack to meet moq!

I'd probably buy one pack if they have the same sharp click when in a Zealio housing. Are you able to confirm that for me? Maybe I'm also okay if they click in Cherry/Gateron housings, but I'd really like to know how they do in Zealio housings.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:25:06: Definitely going to try and get a pack in before the GB closes. :cool:
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:40:16: Into the zealio it goes!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: JDragon on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:03:45: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:18:11
Only need one more pack to meet moq! If anyone would like to adjust their order pm me :)

PM'd
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: KetchyKech on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:11:01: screw itttt, in for another pack ~ pm'ing ^-^
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:14:36: I'll start sending out invoices now. I'll update with a lead time once I place the order with the manufacturer.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:44:13: Oops, the deadline is today. Eh, maybe if someone wants to split a pack? :-[
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: eksuen on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:00:10: Quote from: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:44:13
Oops, the deadline is today. Eh, maybe if someone wants to split a pack? :-[

Deadline is listed as tomorrow.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:03:46: Quote from: eksuen on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:00:10
Quote from: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:44:13
Oops, the deadline is today. Eh, maybe if someone wants to split a pack? :-[

Deadline is listed as tomorrow.

Correct, I've just started invoicing since we reached MOQ.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: JDragon on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:08:38: Invoice paid. :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: eksuen on Mon, 08 August 2016, 15:34:20: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:03:46
Quote from: eksuen on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:00:10
Quote from: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:44:13
Oops, the deadline is today. Eh, maybe if someone wants to split a pack? :-[

Deadline is listed as tomorrow.

Correct, I've just started invoicing since we reached MOQ.

Good, because I'm still trying to decide. ;D
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 18:12:29: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:03:46
Quote from: eksuen on Mon, 08 August 2016, 14:00:10
Quote from: romevi on Mon, 08 August 2016, 13:44:13
Oops, the deadline is today. Eh, maybe if someone wants to split a pack? :-[

Deadline is listed as tomorrow.

Correct, I've just started invoicing since we reached MOQ.

Oh, weird. I thought the deadline was today.
Hmm... Probably won't order a pack, but if someone wants to send some later I'd be down.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: mrkevint on Mon, 08 August 2016, 21:18:20: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:40:16

Into the zealio it goes!

Thanks for the video! How does the feel differ with the stem in the housing? I'm deciding between keeping it stock or doing the mod...
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 21:39:40: Quote from: mrkevint on Mon, 08 August 2016, 21:18:20
Quote from: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 12:40:16

Into the zealio it goes!

Thanks for the video! How does the feel differ with the stem in the housing? I'm deciding between keeping it stock or doing the mod...

It's a tad bit less tactile, which I think is due to the slightly small leaf.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Mon, 08 August 2016, 21:53:08: Make sure you pay your invoices everyone. The sooner they get paid the sooner I can get the switches to you.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: nttin89 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 01:34:19: Just join, waiting for invoice :D
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 01:37:31: Quote from: nttin89 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 01:34:19
Just join, waiting for invoice :D

Score! The more the merrier!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: PriusProblems on Tue, 09 August 2016, 02:14:40: Paid, pm'd you regarding shipping details.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: WOMBO on Tue, 09 August 2016, 07:48:27: paidpaidpaid
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:50:26: I applied through the form, But I never received an invoice

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:57:48: Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:50:26
I applied through the form, But I never received an invoice

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I'm still sending out invoices, you'll get yours today :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: nttin89 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 11:25:57: Pls remember send me invoice :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:33:36: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:57:48
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:50:26
I applied through the form, But I never received an invoice

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I'm still sending out invoices, you'll get yours today :)
Oh sorry didn't know! Accidentally signed up twice hopefully that doesn't bring any complications

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:47:14: Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:33:36
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:57:48
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:50:26
I applied through the form, But I never received an invoice

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using Tapatalk

I'm still sending out invoices, you'll get yours today :)
Oh sorry didn't know! Accidentally signed up twice hopefully that doesn't bring any complications

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No worries, I only sent an invoice for one of them. Pm me if you meant to get 2
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:48:35: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:47:14
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 12:33:36
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:57:48
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 10:50:26
I applied through the form, But I never received an invoice

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using Tapatalk

I'm still sending out invoices, you'll get yours today :)
Oh sorry didn't know! Accidentally signed up twice hopefully that doesn't bring any complications

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No worries, I only sent an invoice for one of them. Pm me if you meant to get 2
Great only meant to get one set

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: kawasaki161 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:15:28: I'm probably in next round, I went the safe route with NOS Aristotles, but not from Zeal :).
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:28:22: Quote from: kawasaki161 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:15:28
I'm probably in next round, I went the safe route with NOS Aristotles, but not from Zeal :).

I'm not convinced anyone should consider 20+ year old Chinese switches "the safe route", but I definitely want Aristotles as well!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: kawasaki161 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:36:42: Quote from: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:28:22
Quote from: kawasaki161 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 14:15:28
I'm probably in next round, I went the safe route with NOS Aristotles, but not from Zeal :).

I'm not convinced anyone should consider 20+ year old Chinese switches "the safe route", but I definitely want Aristotles as well!

I kinda phrased that wrong, I meant I got Aristotle's while they are still available. If I got it right these Fosen's are still produced and the Aristotle's haven't been in many years (who knows if the tooling still exists).
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 17:17:40: Just another reminder to everyone to pay your invoices ASAP. I'd like to have the order placed at the manufacturer by Friday night.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:08:42: Invoice paid thanks for the buy, F-ealios are coming

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:31:53: Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:08:42
Invoice paid thanks for the buy, F-ealios are coming

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We need a good name for these suckers.. Fosen Aqua? Fosen Milky Blue seems long, and Aqua is fitting due to the housing..
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:52:13: Quote from: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:31:53
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:08:42
Invoice paid thanks for the buy, F-ealios are coming

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using Tapatalk

We need a good name for these suckers.. Fosen Aqua? Fosen Milky Blue seems long, and Aqua is fitting due to the housing..

I'm thinking Fosen Aqua would be good.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:59:39: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:52:13
Quote from: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:31:53
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:08:42
Invoice paid thanks for the buy, F-ealios are coming

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using Tapatalk

We need a good name for these suckers.. Fosen Aqua? Fosen Milky Blue seems long, and Aqua is fitting due to the housing..

I'm thinking Fosen Aqua would be good.
How about honey dews? The stem color naming convention is pretty common I think it'd be best naming it after the stem.

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 19:13:13: Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:59:39
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:52:13
Quote from: Gajible on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:31:53
Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 18:08:42
Invoice paid thanks for the buy, F-ealios are coming

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SM-G925A using Tapatalk

We need a good name for these suckers.. Fosen Aqua? Fosen Milky Blue seems long, and Aqua is fitting due to the housing..

I'm thinking Fosen Aqua would be good.
How about honey dews? The stem color naming convention is pretty common I think it'd be best naming it after the stem.

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I'd say the stem is much more aquamarine than it is the colour of honeydew
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 09 August 2016, 19:16:44: Oh okay, i can't really tell from the video but I'll have to take your word for it. I'm just thinking of milkly green colors There are

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - OPEN
Post by: jal on Tue, 09 August 2016, 20:18:41: Paid, looking forward to seeing what these are like.

If nothing else, I dig the color, and am glad there are multiple manufacturers of the switch type.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Tue, 09 August 2016, 23:08:31: CLOSED! I'll be chasing people down for payments up until Friday. At that point, anyone who hasn't paid is getting cut loose.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: sony on Wed, 10 August 2016, 02:36:31: Looking forward to the buy for sample packs!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: manofinterests on Wed, 10 August 2016, 10:49:12: Do'h I missed this one! I guess I'll wait and see what everyone thinks about these switches
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Thu, 11 August 2016, 18:02:18: I'm done collection money, there were two unpaid invoices so I have to drop them. I'll be placing the order tonight, once the factory contact comes online. Lead like is 7-12 days and then it will ship via dhl to me.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: manofinterests on Thu, 11 August 2016, 18:04:14: Can I join in a spot of one of the unpaid invoices if I can pay you before you get the order in?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Thu, 11 August 2016, 18:06:39: Quote from: manofinterests on Thu, 11 August 2016, 18:04:14
Can I join in a spot of one of the unpaid invoices if I can pay you before you get the order in?

pm-d
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: Slash Emperor on Thu, 11 August 2016, 20:22:41: May I also join a spot for an unpaid invoice? I can send payment as soon as you need me to.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Thu, 11 August 2016, 20:24:00: Quote from: Slash Emperor on Thu, 11 August 2016, 20:22:41
May I also join a spot for an unpaid invoice? I can send payment as soon as you need me to.

Sorry both have been filled and I'm in the process of getting it paid for. They'll be an R2 sometime again this year.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: Slash Emperor on Thu, 11 August 2016, 20:26:58: Ah, okay. Thanks for the prompt response. I will warmly wait for the R2.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: jorgenslee on Fri, 12 August 2016, 05:26:37: Just curious if you have tried changing a heavier spring. How does it feel?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: Paendabear on Fri, 12 August 2016, 09:00:24: Quote from: jorgenslee on Fri, 12 August 2016, 05:26:37
Just curious if you have tried changing a heavier spring. How does it feel?
I'm planning on doing the F-ealios (fosen stem + zealio housing) mod with heavier springs. Once I have the materials to swap the heavier springs into the fosen I'll post it on here. Also when I get my white fox kit in November I'll hopefully be able to do the mod sticker and lube add heavier springs and see if the sound changes at all

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: xondat on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:49:22: So can we buy these anywhere apart from here? Can't afford it now but I'll want to try them soon.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:03:42: Quote from: xondat on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:49:22
So can we buy these anywhere apart from here? Can't afford it now but I'll want to try them soon.

I haven't seen them around anywhere, but I'll run a few rounds of this of there's enough demand :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: xondat on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:06:25: Quote from: 27 on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:03:42
Quote from: xondat on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:49:22
So can we buy these anywhere apart from here? Can't afford it now but I'll want to try them soon.

I haven't seen them around anywhere, but I'll run a few rounds of this of there's enough demand :)
So where do you get them from?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:07:29: Quote from: xondat on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:06:25
Quote from: 27 on Sun, 14 August 2016, 15:03:42
Quote from: xondat on Fri, 12 August 2016, 16:49:22
So can we buy these anywhere apart from here? Can't afford it now but I'll want to try them soon.

I haven't seen them around anywhere, but I'll run a few rounds of this of there's enough demand :)
So where do you get them from?

Straight from the manufacturer of course.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: 27 on Thu, 18 August 2016, 02:11:50: Mini update. The manufacturer should receive the money any day now, and then I just need to wait for them to produce and ship the switches.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: Zealousy on Sat, 20 August 2016, 12:03:06: Let us know when you get round two going!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - In Production
Post by: 27 on Mon, 29 August 2016, 21:37:57: Forgot to update here. They've received the money and I'll be notified when it's ready to ship to me. There was a delay when sending the money, so I'll be receiving and shipping all of these in early Sept.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - In Production
Post by: nateth on Mon, 29 August 2016, 22:27:18: Excellent. Thanks for the rough estimate!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: 27 on Tue, 06 September 2016, 14:20:43: Alright, so the switches are 650KM away at my parent's house, I'm working on getting it sent to me, and from there I can start sorting and shipping it.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: JDragon on Tue, 06 September 2016, 14:23:25: Thanks for the update!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: WOMBO on Mon, 12 September 2016, 21:21:51: Any updates for this?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: 27 on Mon, 12 September 2016, 21:22:53: 3 more days and they should be here!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: 27 on Tue, 13 September 2016, 08:39:42: https://imgur.com/a/8ZCVc

Really bad pictures from my parents before they sent the switches.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 13 September 2016, 08:45:02: Awesome thanks for the update! We should run a poll after all orders are sent to see what we should name these bad boys

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: 27 on Tue, 13 September 2016, 09:55:53: Quote from: Paendabear on Tue, 13 September 2016, 08:45:02
Awesome thanks for the update! We should run a poll after all orders are sent to see what we should name these bad boys

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I'll definitely throw a poll up somewhere once I wrap this up.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: nateth on Tue, 13 September 2016, 10:36:56: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 13 September 2016, 08:39:42
https://imgur.com/a/8ZCVc

Really bad pictures from my parents before they sent the switches.

...but little did everyone know that the tragic Great Package Fire of 2016 would happen later that day.

Seriously though, I'm exited!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: JDragon on Tue, 13 September 2016, 13:34:38: I imagine for a lot of people, these switches are just going to be organ donors. :P
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: manofinterests on Tue, 13 September 2016, 15:50:49: It's getting closer to being here! I can't wait! Too bad they won't be here in time for my meetup, but then again I need to decide how I want to use these switches haha
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 09:46:15: (http://i.imgur.com/VWGTLv7.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Delivering to me
Post by: Gajible on Tue, 20 September 2016, 09:51:39: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 09:46:15
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/VWGTLv7.jpg)

Hype!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Paendabear on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:00:23: The hype starts now... Can't wait to feel them wide leafs with heavier springs
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:11:57: (http://i.imgur.com/cwF2hZf.jpg)

Need to get bubble mailers still, but I have all the other supplies I need for sorting.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: jal on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:15:35: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:11:57
Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/cwF2hZf.jpg)

Need to get bubble mailers still, but I have all the other supplies I need for sorting.

You clearly have the beverages covered. Really looking forward to playing with these. Looks like a lot of new switch options soon...
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: manofinterests on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:40:24: Looking forward to setting these switches up with heavier springs to compare with aristotles!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:17:34: Quote from: manofinterests on Tue, 20 September 2016, 10:40:24
Looking forward to setting these switches up with heavier springs to compare with aristotles!

Careful opening them, they're a pain in the ass.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Fictiouz on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:20:57: Quote from: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:17:34
Careful opening them, they're a pain in the ass.
Does a standard switch opener like the one from mechanicalkeyboards.com work on them?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:22:07: Quote from: Fictiouz on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:20:57
Quote from: 27 on Tue, 20 September 2016, 11:17:34
Careful opening them, they're a pain in the ass.
Does a standard switch opener like the one from mechanicalkeyboards.com work on them?

I'm not sure. They're not openable from the top, and the bottom is styled like the outemu switches
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: manofinterests on Tue, 20 September 2016, 12:30:45: Quote
I'm not sure. They're not openable from the top, and the bottom is styled like the outemu switches

Thanks for the heads up!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - CLOSED
Post by: William_S_Jones on Tue, 20 September 2016, 21:11:13: Quote from: Zealousy on Sat, 20 August 2016, 12:03:06
Let us know when you get round two going!

Same here b/c I'm interested in ordering a 110 pack.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Zealousy on Wed, 21 September 2016, 00:33:17: Anybody shoot a typing test yet?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Paendabear on Fri, 23 September 2016, 08:06:32: Quote from: Zealousy on Wed, 21 September 2016, 00:33:17
Anybody shoot a typing test yet?
There are only the supplied videos of the samples comparing the fosen to gat blue
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Fri, 23 September 2016, 09:18:22: Quote from: Zealousy on Wed, 21 September 2016, 00:33:17
Anybody shoot a typing test yet?

I'm the only one (that I know of) with the switches. I'll try to put something together this weekend, but no promises.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nateth on Sat, 24 September 2016, 13:25:30: I'd like to see a progress report photo please. Primarily, I just want to know how much of the vodka is gone. :)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Sat, 24 September 2016, 17:06:47: Quote from: nateth on Sat, 24 September 2016, 13:25:30
I'd like to see a progress report photo please. Primarily, I just want to know how much of the vodka is gone. :)

No photos right now, but I'm about a 3rd through packing. I'm hoping to finish tonight or tomorrow morning and have labels printing tomorrow night. Then I just need to drop them off at the post office.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:13:20: Almost done packing.

(http://i.imgur.com/ILfQtxy.jpg)
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Paendabear on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:44:51: Quote from: 27 on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:13:20
Almost done packing.

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

Nice and no vodka to be seen

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:46:08: Quote from: Paendabear on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:44:51
Quote from: 27 on Sun, 25 September 2016, 10:13:20
Almost done packing.

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

Nice and no vodka to be seen

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There's a reason I didn't wake up until 9:00
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Mon, 26 September 2016, 20:29:52: Hey guys, school work took priority. I think I've gotten most of it done, so I can start printing labels for what I have sorted tomorrow, and continue sorting from there.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nateth on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:17:23: Quote from: 27 on Mon, 26 September 2016, 20:29:52
Hey guys, school work took priority. I think I've gotten most of it done, so I can start printing labels for what I have sorted tomorrow, and continue sorting from there.

School is definitely understandable. Any update since this post?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: cpeterson19 on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:26:47: Please PM me if anyone has a couple switches to spare i would love to tries these out before next GB! ill pay, just let me kknow! :thumb:
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:40:02: Quote from: nateth on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:17:23
Quote from: 27 on Mon, 26 September 2016, 20:29:52
Hey guys, school work took priority. I think I've gotten most of it done, so I can start printing labels for what I have sorted tomorrow, and continue sorting from there.

School is definitely understandable. Any update since this post?

Finished sorting, didn't get labels printing yet. I'm going to hunker down and get it all done on Sunday, and out Monday.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nateth on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:43:14: Awesome. Thanks for running such a smooth group buy.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:44:31: Quote from: nateth on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:43:14
Awesome. Thanks for running such a smooth group buy.

No problem. I feel bad that I've had them most of the month though :'(
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: jal on Fri, 30 September 2016, 09:53:19: Quote from: 27 on Fri, 30 September 2016, 08:44:31
No problem. I feel bad that I've had them most of the month though :'(

Don't feel bad. I've been forgetting to take Grandma her heart meds for almost two.

I second the smooth group buy sentiment.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nateth on Thu, 06 October 2016, 12:28:43: Were you able to get stuff shipped out?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Thu, 06 October 2016, 12:30:11: Quote from: nateth on Thu, 06 October 2016, 12:28:43
Were you able to get stuff shipped out?
Not all, it's slow going, but I'm working through it.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nateth on Thu, 06 October 2016, 12:30:58: Understood. Thanks for the quick reply!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: jal on Wed, 12 October 2016, 07:36:25: Got mine yesterday! Thank you.

And now I have no idea what I want to do with them. Time to play a bit.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Wed, 12 October 2016, 07:38:22: Everyone else's switches SHOULD be out during this week.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Paendabear on Wed, 12 October 2016, 07:47:07: Alright great! It'll be interesting to see what other people have in store for these guys. I hope these switches will pair well with eighty gram springs

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nttin89 on Thu, 13 October 2016, 04:05:48: Waiting for tracking :D
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: shangrila500 on Sat, 22 October 2016, 16:44:51: Quote from: 27 on Wed, 12 October 2016, 07:38:22
Everyone else's switches SHOULD be out during this week.

I got mine today (I am actually surprised they made it through customs and to Alabama as fast as they did, they were shipped on the 18th and I got them today on the 22nd). They are surprisingly deep sounding! I bought a bunch of aristotles from Zeal that I had planned on using to make Zealiostotles for my VE.A (right now I am waiting on the transparent stabs and then I will build it) but now I just have to stem swap some of these to see if they sound better to me!
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Sat, 22 October 2016, 16:47:24: Sorry everyone for being quiet, plans to get them all out get set back due to midterms, but I'm down to the last bunch to get sent out. Sorry again for the constant delays.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: KetchyKech on Tue, 25 October 2016, 11:03:54: got my 250 yesterday ~ thanks hombre :-*
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: WOMBO on Tue, 25 October 2016, 13:29:00: fosens sound pretty nice in mx housing (better than they normally do imo) but more interestingly, swapping clear stems into fosens gives a better tactile bump

someone else try it and verify my claim
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: JDragon on Tue, 25 October 2016, 13:45:05: Got my 100 and immediately broke a housing trying to get the stem out. :(

Not as satisfying as Zealiostotles, gonna play around with these and see if any other mods jump out as particularly appealing.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: nttin89 on Wed, 26 October 2016, 05:33:11: Quote from: KetchyKech on Tue, 25 October 2016, 11:03:54
got my 250 yesterday ~ thanks hombre :-*

Hi,

Have you sent it for me ? I don't receive tracking number.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: eksuen on Tue, 01 November 2016, 13:11:17: Any update on the remaining orders?
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Tue, 01 November 2016, 13:15:38: I haven't forgotten about you guys! I'm going to get some more ready to go out within the next couple of days.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: eksuen on Tue, 01 November 2016, 13:33:31: Good to know. Thanks for the update.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Thu, 10 November 2016, 12:02:17: I'm very very very very sorry about the wait for everyone left over. I'm powering through what's left as we speak.

I've had a personal crisis in the last few weeks and made the hard decision of temporarily dropping out of school until next September. Before I move back home, I WILL have all these packages shipped out.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: KetchyKech on Thu, 10 November 2016, 12:19:23: Quote from: 27 on Thu, 10 November 2016, 12:02:17
I'm very very very very sorry about the wait for everyone left over. I'm powering through what's left as we speak.

I've had a personal crisis in the last few weeks and made the hard decision of temporarily dropping out of school until next September. Before I move back home, I WILL have all these packages shipped out.

Sorry to hear about that, m8. :( Wish you the best
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: jal on Thu, 10 November 2016, 18:09:53: Quote from: 27 on Thu, 10 November 2016, 12:02:17
I've had a personal crisis in the last few weeks and made the hard decision of temporarily dropping out of school until next September. Before I move back home, I WILL have all these packages shipped out.

I'm so sorry - I hope things get better soon.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Paendabear on Thu, 10 November 2016, 19:02:57: Quote from: 27 on Thu, 10 November 2016, 12:02:17
I'm very very very very sorry about the wait for everyone left over. I'm powering through what's left as we speak.

I've had a personal crisis in the last few weeks and made the hard decision of temporarily dropping out of school until next September. Before I move back home, I WILL have all these packages shipped out.
Hey, stay strong don't let things get you too low.
Keep on keeping on, thanks for the gb

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Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: 27 on Thu, 10 November 2016, 23:54:15: All but two are ready to be sent out tomorrow. I'll send those two once I get back home and get unpacked.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: ambalek on Mon, 28 November 2016, 16:03:05: I just received my switches, thanks 27!

They have less wobble than I thought they would, particularly compared to other cherry clones. The click is satisfying as well.
Title: Re: [GB] Fosen MX Compatible Switches - Sorting
Post by: Tyson on Tue, 03 July 2018, 19:14:04: Reading through this post makes me cry. If anyone has any extra Aquamarines that they would be willing to sell please let me know. This is my all time favorite switch.