Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:36:23
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PRESENTING SERIES 00 XXXXL.
It's here. And it's 64x bigger.
(https://i.imgur.com/kywLFj5.jpg)
From the same five year olds that brought you the Series 00 metalartisans novelties.
They are back.
They ran out of ideas for their next product, so they made this.
Why?
Still trying to figure that out (https://i.imgur.com/4WczUmi.jpg).
PRESENTING SERIES 00 XXXXL.
It's here. And it's 64x bigger.
(https://i.imgur.com/kywLFj5.jpg)
IC FORM (https://esclab.typeform.com/to/h6Pkz6zi) (cause y'all actually asked for this)
From the same five year olds that brought you the Series 00 metal
They are back.
They ran out of ideas for their next product, so they made this.
Why?
Still trying to figure that out (https://i.imgur.com/4WczUmi.jpg).
1. ALLOYS
* Yes these are actually real.
* Yes these are actually real.
Black Anodized Aluminum
(https://i.imgur.com/dPAe5L1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vwKQQ7X.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PcHr7NV.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hMrBaVZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/d5o60g5.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/dPAe5L1.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/vwKQQ7X.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/PcHr7NV.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/hMrBaVZ.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/d5o60g5.jpg)
Silver Anodized Aluminum
(https://i.imgur.com/OKd5KMm.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/d1ePsdq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/p0SAEIW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OV1Zndy.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/21tXfe0.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OKd5KMm.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/d1ePsdq.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/p0SAEIW.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/OV1Zndy.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/21tXfe0.jpg)
Specifications
| Name | Color | Weight | Finish | Coating |
| Anodized Aluminum | Black | 315 g | Sandblast | Anodization |
| Anodized Aluminum | Silver | 315 g | Sandblast | Anodization |
2. DETAILS
Series 00 XXXXL is an unfamiliar XXXXL R1 Cherry-like profile. It looks sharp, but doesn't feel sharp. Probably still can give someone a concussion.
(https://i.imgur.com/sI8CP7T.jpg)
The black anodization is actually just a very very dark gray. Still better color matching than TKC Islander deskmats.
(https://i.imgur.com/BW1hJRc.jpg)
Fits on a NovelKeys Big Switch (https://novelkeys.xyz/products/the-big-switch-series). We asked NovelKeys if they wanted to send us a free one. They ignored us. Highly recommend this Krytox GPL205 5 KG Bucket (https://www.amazon.com/Chemours-D12431805-Krytox-GPL205-Grease/dp/B072M9HN7Q?th=1) for lube. Not speaking from experience.
(https://i.imgur.com/zOh5fl4.jpg)
Each Series 00 has the identification info, AKA Series ID (https://www.esclab.co/about#yui_3_17_2_1_1613462449656_118), engraved into the- okay.. who actually gives a s***.
(https://i.imgur.com/HK2PdNy.jpg)
Series 00 XXXXL is an unfamiliar XXXXL R1 Cherry-like profile. It looks sharp, but doesn't feel sharp. Probably still can give someone a concussion.
(https://i.imgur.com/sI8CP7T.jpg)
The black anodization is actually just a very very dark gray. Still better color matching than TKC Islander deskmats.
(https://i.imgur.com/BW1hJRc.jpg)
Fits on a NovelKeys Big Switch (https://novelkeys.xyz/products/the-big-switch-series). We asked NovelKeys if they wanted to send us a free one. They ignored us. Highly recommend this Krytox GPL205 5 KG Bucket (https://www.amazon.com/Chemours-D12431805-Krytox-GPL205-Grease/dp/B072M9HN7Q?th=1) for lube. Not speaking from experience.
(https://i.imgur.com/zOh5fl4.jpg)
Each Series 00 has the identification info, AKA Series ID (https://www.esclab.co/about#yui_3_17_2_1_1613462449656_118), engraved into the- okay.. who actually gives a s***.
(https://i.imgur.com/HK2PdNy.jpg)
3. TESTIMONIES
People had the pleasure of reviewing the Series 00 XXXXL.
"The Series 00 XXXXL is the keyboard equivalent of eating Wagyu Tenderloin with gold flakes and Heinz ketchup on top. The most extravagant, distasteful, unnecessary item that literally nobody asked for. If you really want to piss away your money please hit me up instead, I have a Lumina group buy spot I can sell you."
- dededecline (https://www.twitch.tv/dededecline)
"So you know that saying of science should have asked if they should? Well here you go. So massive the local primate rehab went berserk. Like they have seen it before. Crusher of springs, breaker of boards."
- Patrick from Mechs & Co (https://www.instagram.com/mechsandco/)
"what"
- Glarses (https://www.youtube.com/glarses)
No response.
- NovelKeys
"imagine wanting blanks that look like they were cnc'd by 5 year olds"
- Taeha Types (https://www.youtube.com/user/FeelgHoodMusic)
"highly doubt anything you produce would make me happy."
- some nobody on Discord
"You see, this is what you've done. You've gone and made the assumption that people wanted more. They didn't. No one wants this. What the f*** even is this? What's its point?"
- sentarius101, some rando on our server
4. GALLERY
You must be really bored if you're still reading this.
(https://i.imgur.com/RIbKM1O.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/w3rpXnI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/c52A8ir.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xl4JQmj.jpg)
You must be really bored if you're still reading this.
(https://i.imgur.com/RIbKM1O.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/w3rpXnI.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/c52A8ir.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/xl4JQmj.jpg)
5. TIMELINE
This is the timeline for Series 00 XXXXL. They will probably arrive before the GMK set you ordered last year.
This is the timeline for Series 00 XXXXL. They will probably arrive before the GMK set you ordered last year.
(https://i.imgur.com/bP1LeqP.jpg)
6. OUR COMMUNITY
Series 00 XXXXL Product Page (http://401.esclab.co)
Series 00 Group Buy (http://gb.esclab.co)
Discord (http://discord.esclab.co/)
Instagram (http://ig.esclab.co/)
Series 00 Group Buy (http://gb.esclab.co)
Discord (http://discord.esclab.co/)
Instagram (http://ig.esclab.co/)
7. HOW 2 COP
We used up all our money to manufacture these, and we still only had enough to make two. We're raffling one away because we need moni plzzz.
To get a chance to win this (AKA a chance to get a fat L like all the artisan raffles you've joined), join our Discord (https://discord.gg/cUDbkBbu), and enter into the Series 00 XXXXL raffle in the #events channel.
We will pick the one winner in one week, April 7th 2021, and we will invoice you through PayPal. Your choice of black or silver aluminum.
Yes you have to pay for it. It's $169.69 USD. That's how much it cost to manufacture. Don't complain. Or we'll change it to a silent auction
We used up all our money to manufacture these, and we still only had enough to make two. We're raffling one away because we need moni plzzz.
To get a chance to win this (AKA a chance to get a fat L like all the artisan raffles you've joined), join our Discord (https://discord.gg/cUDbkBbu), and enter into the Series 00 XXXXL raffle in the #events channel.
We will pick the one winner in one week, April 7th 2021, and we will invoice you through PayPal. Your choice of black or silver aluminum.
Yes you have to pay for it. It's $169.69 USD. That's how much it cost to manufacture. Don't complain. Or we'll change it to a silent auction
8. SIGNATURE
Have no self respect? Shill Series 00 XXXXL.
(https://i.imgur.com/DKxOBFG.jpg) (https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=112044.0)
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Post by: Dotnick on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:39:12
Post by: frostykoala on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:40:10
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Post by: dededecline on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:50:40
Post by: guill3m on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:56:12
Post by: SxM Designs on Thu, 01 April 2021, 09:59:46
Post by: justinhigley on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:09:19
https://novelkeys.xyz/products/the-big-switch-series?variant=3747938500648
Post by: IMZO on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:12:55
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:15:15
Post by: Extra Fox on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:24:43
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:32:40
I change my mind I'm in for 10
are we getting better reviews if we send you 10 or nah
Post by: dededecline on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:35:20
I change my mind I'm in for 10
are we getting better reviews if we send you 10 or nah
Only if I get to keep the pelican case this time
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 10:37:12
I change my mind I'm in for 10
are we getting better reviews if we send you 10 or nah
Only if I get to keep the pelican case this time
:-[ XXXXL Pelican not included. We're not Rama yet.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 11:05:57
FAQ
- Is this real? Yes
- Did you actually manufacture this? Yes
- Does it fit on a NovelKeys Big Switch? Yes
- Are you making more? No
- Why? No warehouse big enough to store them
- Why did you make this? No idea
- How long have this been in the works? Since January
- How many did you make? 10
- Can I buy one? No, they're all with their rightful owners
- How does it sound? As you would expect
Post by: Extra Fox on Thu, 01 April 2021, 11:09:12
THONK!-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-k-k-k-k...
- How does it sound? As you would expect
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 11:10:35
I heard somewhere that Glarses has an XXXXL with a Clicky Big Switch in his possession right nowTHONK!-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-K-k-k-k-k...
- How does it sound? As you would expect
Post by: Pingu_Types on Thu, 01 April 2021, 11:15:39
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Post by: Hell-es on Thu, 01 April 2021, 13:05:39
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Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 13:52:41
I thought Aprils fools was supposed to be funny.I appreciate the comment :) I'm sorry you didn't find this funny. There are plenty of other funny ICs today for you to laugh at though.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 14:08:42
Mr Esc lab what is happing with this There are too many of the same post and it is Confusing and it does not HelpI'm sorry leaf man I bad at Geekhack
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 14:08:51
bigFor you.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 14:59:54
Would be in for copper ... or gold
Do you really want a 5 pound solid block of metal on your desk
Yes it'll weight ~5 pounds.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 15:12:47
If i make a Paw big enough to fit these will you send me one for free
Don't promise what you can't keep :p
Post by: Yuinth on Thu, 01 April 2021, 17:16:40
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:00:55
Would preferred it if it was made in a Cobalt Niobium Zirconium or a Tungsten Titanium alloy, maybe for series 01?
Careful there you mad man. Might need a brand new titanium-reinforced desk for that.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:25:59
No guarantees we'll actually run a GB, and even if we do, it'll be a small limited GB because these take up a lot of space, are very heavy, and cost a ton to ship. I will say right now that these won't be very cheap to manufacture and buy. So please temper your expectations. Thanks.
Post by: Shutter_Shock on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:30:40
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:31:36
So I'd want one either way, but here's a serious question. Anyone know the actuation force of the big switches? Are these so heavy that they'll automatically actuate the switch, requiring a spring swap to make the switch functional? Again, I don't mind paying for it if it's just a paperweight or bookend. Just curious.
The aluminum one weighs 315 grams, so I estimate you'll need at least 100-200g extra for a reasonable up-force. You will 100% need a spring swap. And a tub of 205g0.
Post by: Shutter_Shock on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:38:19
So I'd want one either way, but here's a serious question. Anyone know the actuation force of the big switches? Are these so heavy that they'll automatically actuate the switch, requiring a spring swap to make the switch functional? Again, I don't mind paying for it if it's just a paperweight or bookend. Just curious.
The aluminum one weighs 315 grams, so I estimate you'll need at least 100-200g extra for a reasonable up-force. You will 100% need a spring swap. And a tub of 205g0.
Yeah I just found the Kailh spec sheet; 280±60g. I still love it. I will definitely try to get my hands on one. I'm honestly surprised nobody has done this already.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 18:38:52
I'm sorry you were entertained by thisSo I'd want one either way, but here's a serious question. Anyone know the actuation force of the big switches? Are these so heavy that they'll automatically actuate the switch, requiring a spring swap to make the switch functional? Again, I don't mind paying for it if it's just a paperweight or bookend. Just curious.
The aluminum one weighs 315 grams, so I estimate you'll need at least 100-200g extra for a reasonable up-force. You will 100% need a spring swap. And a tub of 205g0.
Yeah I just found the Kailh spec sheet; 280±60g. I still love it. I will definitely try to get my hands on one. I'm honestly surprised nobody has done this already.
Post by: shima on Thu, 01 April 2021, 19:31:06
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 19:32:06
chonc
it has feelings you know
Post by: yukitoki on Thu, 01 April 2021, 20:19:29
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 21:21:43
O.Ouwu
Post by: Anthixious on Thu, 01 April 2021, 22:06:44
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Thu, 01 April 2021, 22:10:57
I freaking love the key cap profile references. Also I can't tell you enough how great of an item this is, would love to own one if possible.Thank you for the kind words (https://emoji.tapatalk-cdn.com/emoji847.png)
Post by: hottrout on Fri, 02 April 2021, 04:00:42
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 02 April 2021, 15:44:05
I will use this as a salad bowl. Thank you for this amazing design.
I demand a video when you do.
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 02 April 2021, 17:38:17
I hope you are doing well! Today I wanted to talk to you as one of the humans behind esc lab and as loop.
As an Asian male growing up, what the heck is mental health?
Sad? Suck it up. Crying? 男人流血不流泪 (men only bleed, not cry). Disappointed? Do better next time. Tired? Keep going on. Depressed? What is wrong with you. Anxious? Don’t be anxious. Unhappy? Be happy instead!
Issues related to our minds are swept under the rug, and disagreements between individuals rarely get talked about openly and maturely.
It was only after growing up and being exposed to the real world more clearly did I learn about the concept of mental health. How to properly talk about my feelings, being honest about my vulnerabilities, being clearer with my boundaries, being more acknowledging and accepting of my flaws as a human being.
While we’re never perfect, we can learn to better accept our flaws, and work around them, rather than punish ourselves for them, and strive for an unattainable sense of perfection.
Learning about Minterly trying to bring an ultra positive and accepting vibe to the keeb community regarding mental health with “Mints for Health 2021”, this was something that spoke to me on a deeply personal level.
To support Mints for Health 2021 #IDONTMIND, we are super happy to bring a 1/10 Series 00 XXXXL Silver up for auction. All proceeds go towards Mental Health America (https://tiltify.com/@minterly/mints-for-health-2021); (https://tiltify.com/@minterly/mints-for-health-2021);) we do not receive a single cent from this.If you are struggling, #IDONTMIND - talk to us. We will also throw in a free custom engraving. We never do custom engravings, but for such a great cause, we will do a one-off. We will work with you on what to engrave.
Date:
The blind charity auction will be live from 12PM PST (noon) on Friday April 2nd to 12PM PST (noon) on Sunday April 4th.
Rules:
- The bids start at $169.69 which is our fair market value. Note that neither Minterly or esc lab gets a single cent from this auction. All proceeds go towards Mental Health America.
- Prize is a one out of ten Silver Series 00 XXXXL.
- Once the winning bidder is announced/chosen, we will reach out immediately. Note that shipping might take a few weeks since we're still ironing out some details of this original April Fools idea that turned into something slightly bigger.
Post by: MisterWaffle on Fri, 02 April 2021, 19:38:09
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 02 April 2021, 20:34:00
as someone who doesn't actually read posts on here, I was really thrown off by the yuge text
I'm sorry this is what you had to read after your hiatus.
Post by: Hell-es on Sun, 04 April 2021, 13:49:04
Would be in for copper ... or gold
Do you really want a 5 pound solid block of metal on your desk
Yes it'll weight ~5 pounds.
Tempting ... maybe mirror polished ... art piece :thumb:
Post by: savageastr0naut on Sun, 04 April 2021, 14:51:02
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Sun, 04 April 2021, 15:42:23
Thank you for the support and bids to such a great cause.
All proceeds will be going to Mental Health America!
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Sun, 04 April 2021, 17:09:11
This is your last chance to get a Series 00 XXXXL of your choice.
Post by: MoltenKhor on Mon, 10 May 2021, 04:42:28
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Mon, 10 May 2021, 11:22:32
How much this meme could cost me?Too much
Post by: Cubic // esc lab on Fri, 21 May 2021, 00:07:24
The first ever raffle sale of the Series 00 XXXXL is live on our Discord's #raffles channel: http://discord.esclab.co
For the month of June 2021, we have FIVE Silver Series 00 4XL up for grabs.
We were hesitant to launch or sell something before we've fulfilled our Series 00 GB, but since this is a limited volume collectible + are items we've already manufactured, we thought it's okay to make an exception.
The raffle will close in two days, and we will send the PayPal invoices out when that ends.