[GB] Cherry MX Silent Black Switches - Shipping Update

[VicareyG]

Just qurious, if I ordered switch top remover tools along side the switches, will they be shipped together once the switches arrive? I just assumed this was the case when I ordered.

That is correct yes!

[VicareyG]

Hello everyone! 

First of all, apologies for the wall of text, but it is worth a read.

Unfortunately I have a bit of bad news. I have been informed by the distributor that the lead time for these switches is now **16** weeks instead of the 12 weeks before. This isn't really something that could have been foreseen this now puts the expected shipping date at 6th-13th December 2017. Yikes!  I know to some or perhaps many of you this news will be disappointing, if there is anything I can do I would do it right away. Maybe we'll be lucky and in a weeks time when the GB closes the lead time will have shrunk, but I won't be getting my hopes up based on that. 
 
The second part of this update is about the MOQ, which as you all know was 48,000 switches which we have surpassed by quite a bit. we are currently at 64,680 switches ordered, which is fantastic! However I made the mistake of assuming that I could order in smaller intervals over 48,000. The actual truth is that I can only order in intervals of 48,000, meaning we need a further 31,320 switches to be ordered to make MOQ, this also means that we cannot sell more than 96,000 switches as I don't think we have time to go to the next point of 144,000 switches. I have also had confirmation that there is no price drop at 96,000 switches, we'd need 5 times MOQ to even potentially have a price drop.

There are a few hours over a week left of the Group Buy, I suggest you order ASAP to definitely be in the Group Buy. The Group Buy will close when 96,000 switches are met if this is before August 16th 23:59 GMT.

If you have any questions let me know.

Cheers,

George

[kawasaki161]

December.... Ouch that hurts a lot.

Thanks for still trying to pull this through though

[TalkingTree]

What if we don't meet the 96.000 MOQ? Every order after the 48.000 MOQ gets cancelled?

[VicareyG]

What if we don't meet the 96.000 MOQ? Every order after the 48.000 MOQ gets cancelled?

That would be an absolute last resort and worst case scenario. I'll be doing everything I can to make this reach 96,000 including funding as many extras as I can on top of the 10k I already will be.

[Chromatrope]

Kinda bummed because this means I can't have it arrive at nearly the same time as Solarized Dark, for a build, unless the latter also receives some delays. Who knows... I wonder how long I'll last before I get itchy and order some Kailh BOX Browns or something.

[TalkingTree]

I'll be doing everything I can to make this reach 96,000 including funding as many extras as I can on top of the 10k I already will be.

31,320 are 261 packs. That should be doable.

[VicareyG]

I'll be doing everything I can to make this reach 96,000 including funding as many extras as I can on top of the 10k I already will be.

31,320 are 261 packs. That should be doable.

That's about the same amount that was ordered on the first 3 days, so I believe this is possible. Especially taking into account that there are always a rise in sales towards the end of a GB from people holding off.

[Cotay]

Hello everyone! 

First of all, apologies for the wall of text, but it is worth a read.

Unfortunately I have a bit of bad news. I have been informed by the distributor that the lead time for these switches is now **16** weeks instead of the 12 weeks before. This isn't really something that could have been foreseen this now puts the expected shipping date at 6th-13th December 2017. Yikes!  I know to some or perhaps many of you this news will be disappointing, if there is anything I can do I would do it right away. Maybe we'll be lucky and in a weeks time when the GB closes the lead time will have shrunk, but I won't be getting my hopes up based on that. 
 
The second part of this update is about the MOQ, which as you all know was 48,000 switches which we have surpassed by quite a bit. we are currently at 64,680 switches ordered, which is fantastic! However I made the mistake of assuming that I could order in smaller intervals over 48,000. The actual truth is that I can only order in intervals of 48,000, meaning we need a further 31,320 switches to be ordered to make MOQ, this also means that we cannot sell more than 96,000 switches as I don't think we have time to go to the next point of 144,000 switches. I have also had confirmation that there is no price drop at 96,000 switches, we'd need 5 times MOQ to even potentially have a price drop.

There are a few hours over a week left of the Group Buy, I suggest you order ASAP to definitely be in the Group Buy. The Group Buy will close when 96,000 switches are met if this is before August 16th 23:59 GMT.

If you have any questions let me know.

Cheers,

George

I'm happy to order another set from Novelkeys. Any way I can merge the order without incurring additional shipping charges?

[TalkingTree]

Any way I can merge the order without incurring additional shipping charges?

My orders were merged and I was then refunded the shipping fee for the latter.

[VicareyG]

I'm happy to order another set from Novelkeys. Any way I can merge the order without incurring additional shipping charges?

If you get in touch with Mike at NovelKeys I'm sure he could sort this out for you

[Cotay]

My orders were merged and I was then refunded the shipping fee for the latter.

If you get in touch with Mike at NovelKeys I'm sure he could sort this out for you

Thank you both. I'll go ahead and order and then email Mike.

[Kavik]

I don't mind the extra wait, but it would really suck if we can't get enough orders to complete the GB.

[Felion]

Ordered two more sets for support (and greed, I'm a cheap bastard )

[joey]

What happens if the second MOQ point isn't reached?

[funderburker]

Well, this kinda sucks as it's the second GB I've joined for MX Silents and that too was delayed and that's why "I pulled out". This time around I will stay as it's not really urgent for me (no builds for a while).

But I totally understand that you've undertaken a large task and the MOQ is not small one. Hopefully the delays don't continue but I applaud you for being driven to make this GB a success and update everyone involved every step of the way.

GOOD LUCK! 

[TalkingTree]

What happens if the second MOQ point isn't reached?

What if we don't meet the 96.000 MOQ? Every order after the 48.000 MOQ gets cancelled?

That would be an absolute last resort and worst case scenario. I'll be doing everything I can to make this reach 96,000 including funding as many extras as I can on top of the 10k I already will be.

[Giorgio]

Make the first group but start immediately, canceling all invoices after the first MOQ, which probably includes mine, and restart a second GB in September. That's my advice.

[Sempre]

Make the first group but start immediately, canceling all invoices after the first MOQ, which probably includes mine, and restart a second GB in September. That's my advice.

Good idea but I think just wait until the deadline. If it doesnt reach the second MOQ then cancel all the invoices after the first MOQ, granted I don't know where my order stands.
I do have hope though that it'll tip.

[Cotay]

Make the first group but start immediately, canceling all invoices after the first MOQ, which probably includes mine, and restart a second GB in September. That's my advice.

Why cancel? Just split into two GBs and and if people in the second GB want to cancel then let them. Personally, I'd just as soon wait it out if my orders are in the second group of 48K.

[VicareyG]

Make the first group but start immediately, canceling all invoices after the first MOQ, which probably includes mine, and restart a second GB in September. That's my advice.

Why cancel? Just split into two GBs and and if people in the second GB want to cancel then let them. Personally, I'd just as soon wait it out if my orders are in the second group of 48K.

^^this. IF the GB does not reach 96,000 switches I will fulfil orders on the first 48,000 switches and carry over the other orders to a R1.5 of the GB, all existing orders will have the chance to stay part of the GB but will also be able to cancel if they would like.

[TalkingTree]

How far are we from the 96.000 MOQ by the way?

[VicareyG]

How far are we from the 96.000 MOQ by the way?

 I'm just waiting on an accurate count from NovelKeys then I'll update you all

[VicareyG]

Just to let everyone know that Mike @ NovelKeys and I have came to the decision that this GB will succeed no matter what. I will be purchasing at least 10,000 and Mike has pledged to pick up whatever else is needed to meet the 96,000 that we need.

[joey]

I keep forgetting to place an order

[dorf]

Great news!

[TalkingTree]

Just to let everyone know that Mike @ NovelKeys and I have came to the decision that this GB will succeed no matter what. I will be purchasing at least 10,000 and Mike has pledged to pick up whatever else is needed to meet the 96,000 that we need.

You gentlemen are great.

[VicareyG]

I keep forgetting to place an order

Do it now!

[Giorgio]

Just to let everyone know that Mike @ NovelKeys and I have came to the decision that this GB will succeed no matter what. I will be purchasing at least 10,000 and Mike has pledged to pick up whatever else is needed to meet the 96,000 that we need.

Excellent!

[romevi]

Oh, heck yes.

[VicareyG]

Oh, heck yes.

It's exciting isn't it!

[Mechboards]

Oh, heck yes.

It's exciting isn't it!

Nice work!

[kawasaki161]

Hats off to you guys 

[digi]

Hello there Mr. VicareyG, will/can/are you going to do a GB for the RGB version?

[VicareyG]

Hello there Mr. VicareyG, will/can/are you going to do a GB for the RGB version?

Once this GB finishes I will put it to a vote for what Cherry Switch to run a GB for next. Since I am getting these straight from a Cherry Distributor there would be another MOQ of 48,000 switches and this time it will also be a maximum. The RGB variant are also more expensive.

[digi]

Hello there Mr. VicareyG, will/can/are you going to do a GB for the RGB version?

Once this GB finishes I will put it to a vote for what Cherry Switch to run a GB for next. Since I am getting these straight from a Cherry Distributor there would be another MOQ of 48,000 switches and this time it will also be a maximum. The RGB variant are also more expensive.

10-4, thanks for the reply.

[duynguyenle]

Put in an order for a couple packs. Let's get this show on the road 

[VicareyG]

Less than 9 hours left! Get these while you can!

[VicareyG]

Just a few hours left, don't miss out!

[Unforgivable]

Hello there Mr. VicareyG, will/can/are you going to do a GB for the RGB version?

Once this GB finishes I will put it to a vote for what Cherry Switch to run a GB for next. Since I am getting these straight from a Cherry Distributor there would be another MOQ of 48,000 switches and this time it will also be a maximum. The RGB variant are also more expensive.

Oh my goodness. I hope Retooled PCB Mount MX Blacks win. I'd shed a tear.

[VicareyG]

Hello there Mr. VicareyG, will/can/are you going to do a GB for the RGB version?

Once this GB finishes I will put it to a vote for what Cherry Switch to run a GB for next. Since I am getting these straight from a Cherry Distributor there would be another MOQ of 48,000 switches and this time it will also be a maximum. The RGB variant are also more expensive.

Oh my goodness. I hope Retooled PCB Mount MX Blacks win. I'd shed a tear.

Only one way to make sure. Keep your eyes open for the vote

[pixelpusher]

alright you crazy people, I ordered some

[VicareyG]

alright you crazy people, I ordered some

[WCO1]

just ordered some. it's gonna be interesting to try these silent switches. and a european groupbuy 

[VicareyG]

just ordered some. it's gonna be interesting to try these silent switches. and a european groupbuy 

BRILLIANT!

[funderburker]

Any info on the quantity? Have we reached 96k MOQ?

[TalkingTree]

Any info on the quantity? Have we reached 96k MOQ?

Just to let everyone know that Mike @ NovelKeys and I have came to the decision that this GB will succeed no matter what. I will be purchasing at least 10,000 and Mike has pledged to pick up whatever else is needed to meet the 96,000 that we need.

[funderburker]

Ok, that I read but still interested in how much we, the customers, have bought. It'd be nice to hear up-to-date info because it'll still be 4 months in production after MOQ is met.

[zacheadams]

Ok, that I read but still interested in how much we, the customers, have bought. It'd be nice to hear up-to-date info because it'll still be 4 months in production after MOQ is met.

Agreed, please let us know :S

[M3thusalem]

Wish I had seen this sooner, trying to sort silent reds and this would be the next best thing.

I saw you guys ended up buying some extras for NK in the US?  If so, any way I could get my grubby little hands on a pack?