[RIP] No More Elvish (Sindarin) Keycap Set

[dorkvader]

I believe it's impossible to have a perfect color match, and if can't match then it's better to make it completely different.

This is very true. I have one of the /kl SP PBT sets, which I used for several months. SP PBT is indeed pretty awesome, but the "almost" spacebar was really annoying. I eventually replaced it with one of those red ones feng got us.

Therefore, I propose a darkgreen spacebar for all sets. It'll match both the green and the beige.

Also, I will fill the form out once I know I can afford it

[cytoSiN]

Any chance I could mod a QFR case to LOOK like wood?  That's my current plan

Sure.  Pretty easy.  Look here:  http://www.mnpctech.com/Wood_Laminate_Film_Simulated.html

 - Ron | samwisekoi

Awesome.  Now to find the proper laminate...

[Kaysa]

This is the closest we can get to the real colors I believe, but I do not have access to the color ring. Spacebar color is to be disputed.

On a side note... I bet everyone gets what's in the ESC key, right?

These look a bit different....
the pearl.... it doesn't look as "pearly"? The green not as opaque...
I like the Esc Key, compare to the Dragon logo key, is it "GeekHack"?

For the spacebar, I m also worry about it's keyboard compatibility to keyboards,
I m using the notorious Leopold 500R series ..zzzz

[alaricljs]

SP has a 'universal' mold for space bars... Forget quite what all it's compatible with.  They just need to specify that's what spacebar they want in the set.

[jdcarpe]

Unless I'm mistaken, SP's "Universal" spacebar will fit the Leopold FC200R, but NOT the FC500R. No aftermarket spacebar will fit the 500R, AFAIK.

[Kaysa]

so I can now knock my head on the wall, or better - on the keyboard.
..... or perhaps I should've just smash the keyboard on the wall.

[jdcarpe]

Probably the best thing for a Leopold. Next time get a Filco?

[Sai]

I believe we can make this GB last a little longer, but let set it to 1 month for now.

Also, samwisekoi please update the image in the first post with the keyboard I posted few posts ago. It has better colors accuracy.

That is good. That way my wallet can survive for a little longer. 

[GMC]

Would like the mods, but not the full set and the price is a bit high for just that. Great work though.

[Kaysa]

Probably the best thing for a Leopold. Next time get a Filco?

got one and sold out because the blue switch not suit me...
am gonna sell my Leopold and get a filco or ducky so that all my keys can have a keyboard to put on.

I m trying to get some people to join me in from a Malaysia forum,
will be getting one set at for myself at least.

[asura]

"Phone Number for Shipper *
They often require this."

It should be number for the addressee, as you'll be the shipper, and I don't know your phone number 

Regardless, I knew what you meant.

Oops... realise I miss-read the sentence and it does make sense as is, apologies.

[Kaysa]

am thinking of getting a Ducky keyboard....
but not sure the spacebar from this set can fit on to it or not...?
is ducky using the standard spacebar?
the one I m looking at now is DK9087G2pro PBT version or something...

[Findecanor]

This GB is too pricey for me. Besides, I do not enjoy when all keys are at the same height.

[samwisekoi]

This GB is too pricey for me. Besides, I do not enjoy when all keys are at the same height.

They are not all the same height.


SP DCS Profile keycaps.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[Kaysa]

This GB is too pricey for me. Besides, I do not enjoy when all keys are at the same height.

They are not all the same height.

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SP DCS Profile keycaps.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

are they spherical top?

[dorkvader]

am thinking of getting a Ducky keyboard....
but not sure the spacebar from this set can fit on to it or not...?
is ducky using the standard spacebar?
the one I m looking at now is DK9087G2pro PBT version or something...

I think ducky might be using the same spacebar. You might also want to look into the QFR. I know that if you can get a few orders together, and talk with our excellent CM representative about it, they might be able to mail it directly to you internationally. Note: The QFR is TKL, though. One plus for the ducky is that you can sell the PBT off it pretty easily.

Ron, can you post updates to the OP when we hit 25,50, etc sets?

[samwisekoi]

Ron, can you post updates to the OP when we hit 25,50, etc sets?

I will, of course.

[sherryton]

Sorry, I just filled it out today.  This is freaking awesome!

I thought this was the Skyrim set for some reason..., and that is why I always overlooked this thread.

I just rewatched the LotR again this week, and I was like "Elvish sounds familiar...".

[Scirocco]

Put my order in. This is fantastic.

[RougeR]

i kinda want this haha, price is a bit high for the novelty though

[cytoSiN]

Only 6 orders so far?!    Doesn't everyone realize how epic this is?!

[jdcarpe]

It's even worse than you think. Because I would hope that samwisekoi and Matt3o are two of those six orders. I'm the third. Only 3 other people signed up? Didn't this pass an IC?

[cytoSiN]

Good point....sad face.

[Halverson]

I'm in those 6! I'm planning on making an earthen board just for them!
Some vendors should get involved to boost numbers!

[samwisekoi]

It's even worse than you think. Because I would hope that samwisekoi and Matt3o are two of those six orders. I'm the third. Only 3 other people signed up? Didn't this pass an IC?

There seem to be fewer buyers than there were interested parties, even though the few buyers are very excited.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[nebo]

I'm still considering this, just haven't pulled the trigger yet.

[cytoSiN]

I'm in those 6! I'm planning on making an earthen board just for them!
Some vendors should get involved to boost numbers!

Me too, sort of.  Been scouring teh interwebs for a wooden case (hopefully to replace a QFR case), but can't find anything (except an old wooden case that someone had made for a Filco with a CNC router), so I might look into making something myself.  Either way, this set is amazing and people should place orders!

[frostwoozle]

It seems to me that this GB is a little overambitious. The quotes are far too high (unavoidable I know) to attract your average fan who'd use them for a week and then swap out everything but the White Tree. Something like a numeral set* (1 - 0) centered with none of that %≈tree silliness would get more orders. I'm avoiding this both because of my empty pockets and all the liberties taken in transliteration. I understand you fellows have worked hard on this, and I'd like to see LotR keys, but those feet aren't touching the ground :|

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[Halverson]

It seems to me that this GB is a little overambitious. The quotes are far too high (unavoidable I know) to attract your average fan who'd use them for a week and then swap out everything but the White Tree. Something like a numeral set* (1 - 0) centered with none of that %≈tree silliness would get more orders. I'm avoiding this both because of my empty pockets and all the liberties taken in transliteration. I understand you fellows have worked hard on this, and I'd like to see LotR keys, but those feet aren't touching the ground :|

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OT but, come to the February Toronto meetup frostwoozle!

[frostwoozle]

OT but, come to the February Toronto meetup frostwoozle!

I might do. Will keep an eye on things at any rate. The Chicago thread makes me think a good meeting room and take-away would be the best plan.

[Matt3o]

we have been open to layout design for month and actually the layout is not set on stone yet. So suggestions are welcome, I am by no means an Elvish guru.

Apart from that, I did not yet sent my order. I'm waiting till the very end because I might take more than one set if that helps reaching the tier.

[dorkvader]

It's even worse than you think. Because I would hope that samwisekoi and Matt3o are two of those six orders. I'm the third. Only 3 other people signed up? Didn't this pass an IC?

There seem to be fewer buyers than there were interested parties, even though the few buyers are very excited.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

Oh, I won't put in for the IC until I know I can afford it. That's why I'm happy this has sort-of a longer IC period, so I can wait a bit.

[danielucf]

This is a bad time of the year for an expensive set group buy. If you delay for February/March then more people will feel they have money and can participate. Just let it run for awhile, not like any of the current 6 are going to drop, you can only get more orders in this scenario. I want to order a set, but will not have money for it until February most likely.

[esoomenona]

Yes, I'm waiting to put my name in when I have some expendable funds. I'm also waiting until that time to determine whether I would like one set of two...

[Sai]

This is a bad time of the year for an expensive set group buy. If you delay for February/March then more people will feel they have money and can participate. Just let it run for awhile, not like any of the current 6 are going to drop, you can only get more orders in this scenario. I want to order a set, but will not have money for it until February most likely.

i am same like you. Already planned to spend for things untill Feb

[JSaintS]

In for a set I convinced my parents to offer me it (nice christmas gift ^^) thanks for this, I love the lord of the ring (I love it at the point I got my name tattooed in my elvish)

just to be sure, it will happen, whatever the number of sets we have to order, right?

[Halverson]

I'd be willing to wait till Feb to let this gather more orders, only means some more disposable income....hopefully

[haskellelephant]

I'm gonna fill in an order sometime early in January. I was just waiting for the price! I just see a registration form, is there any form of payment up yet?

[samwisekoi]

I'm gonna fill in an order sometime early in January. I was just waiting for the price! I just see a registration form, is there any form of payment up yet?

Nope, We're just going to build up an order backlog, then once we have enough people to make the buy we will collect money.

Also, this will stay up longer to let volume go u-p and prices come down.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[esoomenona]

I can't remember if I filled the form for this. Can we have a list of people who ordered? Or at least can I be reminded if I ordered or not...? Thanks!

[samwisekoi]

I can't remember if I filled the form for this. Can we have a list of people who ordered? Or at least can I be reminded if I ordered or not...? Thanks!

Yes to both!  See OP+1.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[esoomenona]

Thank you very much, Ron.

[Magnusian]

Now if only we could convince Feng to bring back the green spacebar to go with this set.

[Glod]

I'm on the fence for this; I'm spending so much money lately, maybe i should exhibit some self control.

[esoomenona]

I'm on the fence for this; I'm spending so much money lately, maybe i should exhibit some self control.

It's almost midnight. I thought I was going to go a full day without seeing something ridiculous.

[Glod]

I'm on the fence for this; I'm spending so much money lately, maybe i should exhibit some self control.

It's almost midnight. I thought I was going to go a full day without seeing something ridiculous.

  damn geek hack, every day something cool I want to or will buy

[moogatronic]

damn geek hack, every day something cool I want to or will buy

No Doubt. I have several unplanned purchases this month, of supremely awesome things as a result of coming to this site.

[samwisekoi]

Updated the OP with a new mock-up.  (I'm experimenting with more realistic keyboard mock-ups.)


Updated keyboard mock-up as of 04-Jan-2013.

 - Ron | samwisekoi

[esoomenona]

Ooh, did we do something about the spacebar color?

[KangarooZombies]

Love the set. Looks amazing. Not too crazy about the price unfortunately. (at least not yet)