the Norbaforce: after-market housing for RealForce TKL keyboards — SHIPPED

[forstsiven]

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[norbauer]

When I check my order today, it says "Order #1688
Order canceled". I thought orders didn't get canceled after Nov were safe. Do you have any solution for me?

Have no fear. This is just a quirk of how the fulfillment system works for orders that are older than one-month. In order to push orders from Shopify into the fulfillment system that are older than 30 days, I have to assign a new order number to them, which will invalidate your old order-tracking URL. This problem will be solved for new orders going forward, but it's just a quirky technical by-product of the new workflow working with older orders. Don't worry; if your order needed to have been cancelled (which is exceedingly rare), I would have contacted you directly.

I just confirmed with the shipping folks that that the last of the Norbaforce orders should be going out today. You should get a tracking number from them directly, but I'm working on confirming that these actually do go out today. This is the first time I'm doing this, so we're still working out some of the technical details.

[Hawkfriend]

just want to say thanks Ryan, this case is absolutely beyond my expectations. The shimmer of the enigma finish has to be be seen to believed. I've just finished building it - this is some seriously impressive quality, the only problem was with the cable (dang). Thanks again, this is my topre endgame for sure.

Here's a potato - hopefully i can take some better pictures soon!

[Kerasan]

just want to say thanks Ryan, this case is absolutely beyond my expectations. The shimmer of the enigma finish has to be be seen to believed. I've just finished building it - this is some seriously impressive quality, the only problem was with the cable (dang). Thanks again, this is my topre endgame for sure.

Here's a potato - hopefully i can take some better pictures soon!
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only switch plate custom is missing    )

KMK Labs.

[Peddamann]

Hi @norbauer

ORDER #1607 here... didnt get any email up until now, am i one of those happy handful of orders with special circumstances?

thx

Your order is in the EU proxy, so you'll get your tracking number from MyKeyboard.eu once they ship them within the EU.

ahh thx

[klove4252]

just want to say thanks Ryan, this case is absolutely beyond my expectations. The shimmer of the enigma finish has to be be seen to believed. I've just finished building it - this is some seriously impressive quality, the only problem was with the cable (dang). Thanks again, this is my topre endgame for sure.

Here's a potato - hopefully i can take some better pictures soon!
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That is a beautiful finish. I'm even more excited for mine to come in now.

[funkybeat7]

Shipping went from "Expected" yesterday to "Pending"  The wait continues.

[Darknight00z]

Where do you guys get shipping notification? My order just says cancelled, and Ryan has explained that.

[norbauer]

Where do you guys get shipping notification? My order just says cancelled, and Ryan has explained that.

Were you in the EU proxy?

[omjak]

Shipping went from "Expected" yesterday to "Pending"  The wait continues.

Same here...  apparently some internal issues at fedex - mine is stuck in Illinois since Friday (doesn't seem to be weather related)  " The wait continues."

Sunday , 12/02/2018
4:05 am NORTHLAKE, IL - In transit

Saturday , 12/01/2018
4:03 pm NORTHLAKE, IL - In transit
3:58 am NORTHLAKE, IL - In transit

Friday , 11/30/2018
3:46 pm NORTHLAKE, IL - In transit

[omjak]

I take that back - it IS weather related... holly crap!!!

https://abcnews.go.com/US/dozens-injured-22-tornadoes-reported-central-illinois/story?id=59555813

[Rumblehotep]

My realforce has accumulated a number of artisans and blanks over the year but these cases are so pretty  I just decided to stick with simple color schemes.  They type like a dream, I’m not even sure I want to use the foam I bought for them, the echo is kinda pleasant.  Thanks again for these Ryan!

[norbauer]

Whoa. That purple and green pairing is quite striking—and very cool. Thanks for sharing these photos!

[PurpleURP]

Realforce 87u
Enigma Gray Aperture Norbaforce Case
BKE Heavy Domes
Novatouch sliders
Kbd fans silencing rings
SA Carbon
Hammer Spacebar
Mechcables Carbon USB-C cable

Super happy with the results!  Thanks to Norbauer for a successful group buy!

[Kerasan]

Realforce 87u
Enigma Gray Norbaforce Case
BKE Heavy Domes
Novatouch sliders
Kbd fans silencing rings
SA Carbon
Hammer Spacebar
Mechcables Carbon USB-C cable

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Super happy with the results!  Thanks to Norbauer for a successful group buy!

it does not seem enigma gray

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[Lansky]

Realforce 87u
Enigma Gray Norbaforce Case
BKE Heavy Domes
Novatouch sliders
Kbd fans silencing rings
SA Carbon
Hammer Spacebar
Mechcables Carbon USB-C cable

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Super happy with the results!  Thanks to Norbauer for a successful group buy!

it does not seem enigma gray

KMK Labs.

Yes, looks more like Royal Wrinkle.

[lzlzh035]

Really love this thing!

[PurpleURP]

Realforce 87u
Enigma Gray Norbaforce Case
BKE Heavy Domes
Novatouch sliders
Kbd fans silencing rings
SA Carbon
Hammer Spacebar
Mechcables Carbon USB-C cable

Show Image

Super happy with the results!  Thanks to Norbauer for a successful group buy!

it does not seem enigma gray

KMK Labs.

Yes, looks more like Royal Wrinkle.

Ok its actually Aperture which was used on heavy 6

[MajorKoos]

Potato shot.

[cyberpigg]

Received mine last week. Didn't have a chance to put it together till now.

Love the color and instructions were super easy to follow. Had to post some shots to show the love of the board. The fancy usb cable was good for me as well. Best packaging of a product I've ever seen.

First pic with my normal room light, bit yellow ish. Second pic I used the vivid cool setting on iphone to mimic a whiter light.

[nmur]

Received mine last week. Didn't have a chance to put it together till now.

Love the color and instructions were super easy to follow. Had to post some shots to show the love of the board. The fancy usb cable was good for me as well. Best packaging of a product I've ever seen.

First pic with my normal room light, bit yellow ish. Second pic I used the vivid cool setting on iphone to mimic a whiter light.

nice board and nice bots

[regionfree]

The texture on this is amazing. To think that I almost asked for a refund for this. This is actually royal wrinkle black!

[oh_chesteroni]

Commenting just in the smallest chance there are extras sitting around for sale so I can keep up with the thread. Beautiful boards everyone!

[anorphirith]

I just finished assembling the keyboard nice finish but apparently the breakout PCB is not actually USB-C compliant, it only works with USB-A to USB-C cables, and not with USB-C to USB-C cables. so it's pretty much an old USB cable with a USB-C connector on one end... it's definitely not future proof since it will never work with a USB-C to USB-C cable... Also one of the reasons I bought the case is to avoid using a USB-A to USB-C adapter on my laptop which looks like I won't be able to avoid

[Wetherbee]

Huh?

I thought USB-C is only the connector type.

The protocol standard is USB 2.0 regardless of the connector type (USB-C or USB-A).

[Viking_Robot]

Just received my Space Station White today.  Couldn’t be more impressed with the quality of the case, the packaging, etc.  Thank you Ryan.

[Himoremic]

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I just finished assembling the keyboard nice finish but apparently the breakout PCB is not actually USB-C compliant, it only works with USB-A to USB-C cables, and not with USB-C to USB-C cables. so it's pretty much an old USB cable with a USB-C connector on one end... it's definitely not future proof since it will never work with a USB-C to USB-C cable... Also one of the reasons I bought the case is to avoid using a USB-A to USB-C adapter on my laptop which looks like I won't be able to avoid

Yes i can confirm this issue too. First I thought the Mac doesn't support RF.
Works just fine on Windows with USB C to USB A. Looks like I have to live a dongle life for several more years  )

Anyway, the Norbaforce is absolutely S T U N N I N G !

[omjak]

Realforce 87u
Enigma Gray Norbaforce Case
BKE Heavy Domes
Novatouch sliders
Kbd fans silencing rings
SA Carbon
Hammer Spacebar
Mechcables Carbon USB-C cable

Show Image

Super happy with the results!  Thanks to Norbauer for a successful group buy!

it does not seem enigma gray

KMK Labs.

Yes, looks more like Royal Wrinkle.

Ok its actually Aperture which was used on heavy 6

@PurpleURP
is this Norbaforce Aperture in matte finish? 
The photos on the Heavy 6 Aperture appear glossy... curious if this is the exact finish - looks amazing!!!

[cyberpigg]

I just finished assembling the keyboard nice finish but apparently the breakout PCB is not actually USB-C compliant, it only works with USB-A to USB-C cables, and not with USB-C to USB-C cables. so it's pretty much an old USB cable with a USB-C connector on one end... it's definitely not future proof since it will never work with a USB-C to USB-C cable... Also one of the reasons I bought the case is to avoid using a USB-A to USB-C adapter on my laptop which looks like I won't be able to avoid

Yes i can confirm this issue too. First I thought the Mac doesn't support RF.
Works just fine on Windows with USB C to USB A. Looks like I have to live a dongle life for several more years  )

Anyway, the Norbaforce is absolutely S T U N N I N G !

Nice purple combo. I like the enter key.

[poodude]

Will there be a R2 on these cases in the future? I just picked up an 87U.

[anorphirith]

Yes i can confirm this issue too. First I thought the Mac doesn't support RF.
Works just fine on Windows with USB C to USB A. Looks like I have to live a dongle life for several more years  )
Anyway, the Norbaforce is absolutely S T U N N I N G !

((((((((( dreams broken

[Kerasan]

is there a date for European shipments?

KMK Labs.

[Eiji Murakami]

Assembly is completed.
It is a very wonderful texture
Galaxy Console(91UDK-G) and Enigma Gray(91UG-S).
Thanks Ryan

[AFluffyMobius]

Just want to give a heartfelt thanks to Norbauer and the wonderful Realforce case. It's all i've ever wanted and after 4 years of using my Realforce 55g, it has found a new home and life in your custom cases. I have basically begun to purge all my other keyboards for everyday use, except this and one other one for playing around with MX keycaps from time to time (incidentally, a Norbatouch)

Anyway cheers!

PS- a friend of mine gave me the GALACTICA thing about 5 years ago but i never had a good place to stick it on to until now. Just a fun little thing is all~

[Puddsy]

Just want to give a heartfelt thanks to Norbauer and the wonderful Realforce case. It's all i've ever wanted and after 4 years of using my Realforce 55g, it has found a new home and life in your custom cases. I have basically begun to purge all my other keyboards for everyday use, except this and one other one for playing around with MX keycaps from time to time (incidentally, a Norbatouch)

Anyway cheers!

PS- a friend of mine gave me the GALACTICA thing about 5 years ago but i never had a good place to stick it on to until now. Just a fun little thing is all~

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that's p rad

[tron]

I ended up trading my Enigma Black powder for a tactile black. The typing angle is great. I would love to see a custom Norbaforce wrist rest and leather desk pad 

[funkybeat7]

Thank you Ryan, Fedex took a little longer than expected but you're always outdoing yourself



BKE Heavies are perfect, so tactile!

P.S. Don't mind the fuzzies, my cats leave fur all over the place!

[online]

I’m kicking myself for missing the GB. Will there be extra?

[Will_26]

is there a date for European shipments?

KMK Labs.

+1. Mykeyboard any update on the shipment to you?

[tanvir175]

I know I'm rushing ahead but how long of a wait are we looking at for a potential R2 of the norbaforce? My 86u needs a new home and I doubt I'll be able to find an R1 WKL Venice Beach on the aftermarket, haha.

[Darknight00z]

Honestly, I hope Norbauer makes a new case for the R2 without the forehead or tackle the hhkb

[Darknight00z]

is there a date for European shipments?

KMK Labs.

+1. Mykeyboard any update on the shipment to you?

I've just asked them on the discord server. Norbaforces have arrived at their offices. So hopefully shipping soon^TM Hype! Finally nearly 1 year.

[tanvir175]

Honestly, I hope Norbauer makes a new case for the R2 without the forehead or tackle the hhkb

I would not prefer that since it'll exclude RF R1 owners who didn't buy during R1. He could be trying to make it compatible with both RF R1 and R2 TKL's, though, but that would still mean a 4head for all.

[poodude]

The forehead is what makes the Realforce iconic. Otherwise it would just look like a generic case. This is why I really don't like the new redesign.

[online]

The forehead is what makes the Realforce iconic. Otherwise it would just look like a generic case. This is why I really don't like the new redesign.

+1

Love the forehead.

[Darknight00z]

Maybe its very selfish of me, since I've got a Norbaforce on the way. And I want R2 as well but with a new design.

I think conducting a poll for forehead Norbaforce, no forehead R2 or hhkb might help to see what people want.

Or unless Norbauer has other plans in mind.

[norbauer]

is there a date for European shipments?

KMK Labs.

+1. Mykeyboard any update on the shipment to you?

I'm pretty sure that they should already all have shipped. I already spoke to someone in Italy whose order somehow got missed in the proxy (data export issue from Shopify, I think), to whom I'm sending the order directly, so perhaps that was you, Kerasan? Will_26, or anyone else in the proxy who hasn't gotten his or her case yet or at least a tracking number, feel free to email me (shop@norbauer.com) and I'll be happy to follow up with MyKeyboard.eu and to double-check that your order made it into the spreadsheet that went over to MyKeyboard.

[AFluffyMobius]

Maybe its very selfish of me, since I've got a Norbaforce on the way. And I want R2 as well but with a new design.

I think conducting a poll for forehead Norbaforce, no forehead R2 or hhkb might help to see what people want.

Or unless Norbauer has other plans in mind.

If more Norbaforce cases are coming for a second round, we're going to have to call it something other than "R2" or im going to get very confused lol. Maybe like Norbaforce Cycle2 or Series2 for second run of OG Realforce cases (if that ever comes to fruition).

In turn Norbaforce cases for Realforce R2 can just be called Norbaforce R2.

[norbauer]

To answer the semi-implicit question from above, btw, if I do a second run it would definitely have a vintage-style "forehead." To me, that's a big part of the wacky/awesome RealForce aesthetic, which I'd love to preserve.

[stevits]

I don't like the term "forehead," the design is amazing and unique, when you're typing from a seated position, it looks just right.