[IC] FJELL 60% High Profile Keyboard Case

[LeandreN]

This Group Buy will not be started before I am done with Round 5 of PCBs, plates and stabilizers.






This is not really an interest check, as I have gathered a lot of info and I have decided how the case should be. I just wanted to keep people updated in a thread without making a GB thread yet.


This is a very limited group buy for a high profile, heavy, high quality mechanical keyboard case for 60% keyboards.

Round 1 will have 20(TBD)places available, later there will be more. The orders will be open for a short time, and I will raffle out the first places if needed.


Specifications:

Brass or steel(TBD) weight

Bead blasted anodized aluminium (alloy to be determined from samples)

5 different colours to choose from

Steep chamfered edges

Fits 60% tray mounted keyboard to make it highly compatible and sturdy.

6x M2 screws for mounting

2x M4 screws for weight mounting

4x antislide 3M feet

8 degree angle

V1:




V2





Pricepoint: TBD

[iamtootallforthis]

Looking good. Really like the look of the weight.

[KetchyKech]

I really like this design--hope gold or brass case color is an option! Heavier the better! 

[LeandreN]

Looking good. Really like the look of the weight.

Thanks. Glad you like it.

I really like this design--hope gold or brass case color is an option! Heavier the better! 

I'll always see what can be done. Thanks for the suggestion.



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[Slash Emperor]

Yes, yes, yes! I have my first brass weight cases coming in soon with my TX shipment that shipped this week, so that should help me decide on what to go for with the MOUNTAIN.

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[CommonCurt]

Looks cool.

Posting here so I don't forget about it.

[nugglets]

I really like the look of the R2 case. Having that flat top before the angled edges makes it look really, really nice IMO.

[LeandreN]

I really like the look of the R2 case. Having that flat top before the angled edges makes it look really, really nice IMO.

That's the one we are going for, so great to hear.

[LeandreN]

Yes, yes, yes! I have my first brass weight cases coming in soon with my TX shipment that shipped this week, so that should help me decide on what to go for with the MOUNTAIN.

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Great

[Vigrith]

Looks beautiful, Leandren - I don't purchase parts personally as I don't have the skills nor the time to assemble my own keyboards but the case looks wonderful, truly. Amazing job!

[polentA]

I have been following the updates in the other group buy thread, and I am extremely excited to support this case! Will definitely watch this thread for updates. I don't have any constructive criticism unfortunately - I just love high profile 60% cases! Badass LeandreN

[sems]

Amazing! 

[GreyAmbience]

Looks absolutely stunning.

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[LeandreN]

Looks beautiful, Leandren - I don't purchase parts personally as I don't have the skills nor the time to assemble my own keyboards but the case looks wonderful, truly. Amazing job!

Thanks!
I would be happy to build for you if you ever need that

[LeandreN]

I have been following the updates in the other group buy thread, and I am extremely excited to support this case! Will definitely watch this thread for updates. I don't have any constructive criticism unfortunately - I just love high profile 60% cases! Badass LeandreN

Great. Thanks.

[LeandreN]

Looks absolutely stunning.

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Thanks

[TalkingTree]

Definetely one of the best looking 60% cases around. Did you design it yourself LeandreN?

[LeandreN]

Definetely one of the best looking 60% cases around. Did you design it yourself LeandreN?

Thanks TalkingTree

Yes, I have designed it entirely myself.

[TalkingTree]

Yes, I have designed it entirely myself.

You've got some skills.

[rabbitfire]

Nice design! 

[Marvellion]

Finally, we got teased for too long on Instagram. Looks superb.


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[Jokrik]

Leandre! pls!
my wallet, take!

[ambalek]

I've been following you tease this on Instagram, and I really want one! The design is awesome, the polygonal feel will go nicely with something a little 80s-themed (dark gray/black with Skeletor maybe?)

[GreyAmbience]

I've been following you tease this on Instagram, and I really want one! The design is awesome, the polygonal feel will go nicely with something a little 80s-themed (dark gray/black with Skeletor maybe?)

I got you fam https://www.massdrop.com/talk/455/laser-gmk?referer=D3D4E9&mode=guest_open

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[ambalek]

I've been following you tease this on Instagram, and I really want one! The design is awesome, the polygonal feel will go nicely with something a little 80s-themed (dark gray/black with Skeletor maybe?)

I got you fam https://www.massdrop.com/talk/455/laser-gmk?referer=D3D4E9&mode=guest_open

That looks perfect

[GreyAmbience]

I've been following you tease this on Instagram, and I really want one! The design is awesome, the polygonal feel will go nicely with something a little 80s-themed (dark gray/black with Skeletor maybe?)

I got you fam https://www.massdrop.com/talk/455/laser-gmk?referer=D3D4E9&mode=guest_open

That looks perfect

I love the novelties on that set

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[yuktsi]

I really need one for the extra 60% organ. I have no any other boards to use now. 

[Vigrith]

Thanks!
I would be happy to build for you if you ever need that

You reside in Northern Europe do you not? I might actually take you up on that offer some time honestly, been meaning to get my wife a 60% for her travels but all of the mass produced ones don't interest me at all.

[kmba]

very interested. 

[LeandreN]

Thanks!
I would be happy to build for you if you ever need that

You reside in Northern Europe do you not? I might actually take you up on that offer some time honestly, been meaning to get my wife a 60% for her travels but all of the mass produced ones don't interest me at all.

Yes, I do live in Norway.

[LeandreN]

very interested.

Great

[Zackfoo]

I'm gonna be very poor because of you my friend.... M

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[BunnyLake]

will do terrible things for this case, im in for every colour and option available

[Gajible]

Persian carpet 

[Rob27shred]

WOW! That is a beautiful case @LeandreN, hopefully my finances allow for me to throw my hat in the ring when this goes live.

[BAS1C]

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Pricepoint: TBD

Gajible where you at?

[UsualSuspectXXX]

This looks awesome! If purple is an option I might jump in on this and ditch my Tex case.

[LeandreN]

I'm gonna be very poor because of you my friend.... M

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...Sorry...

[LeandreN]

will do terrible things for this case, im in for every colour and option available

Great to hear this from you, thanks for your support!

[LeandreN]

Persian carpet 

Best colour combo!

[LeandreN]

This looks awesome! If purple is an option I might jump in on this and ditch my Tex case.

Great

[kmba]

I assume you will be releasing V2?

[Auxo]

super limitedGBs are the death of me 

[LeandreN]

I assume you will be releasing V2?

Yes for sure.

[LeandreN]

super limitedGBs are the death of me 

I just want to mess things up. There will be more GBs shortly afterwards. This is for the sake of quality.

[pixelpusher]

Welp, there's just about 20 of us who have posted so far, so I guess we get the first 20.  Woohoo!

Go ahead and sign us up and lock it down 

[LeandreN]

Welp, there's just about 20 of us who have posted so far, so I guess we get the first 20.  Woohoo!

Go ahead and sign us up and lock it down 

Looking at the interest, I think I have to expand the orders a bit.

I'll see what I can do.

[dante]

As a fan of all things low profile this is like slamming my penis in a door.

I wish some of the talented board makers here would make something that is as low profile as possible because that is where a void is currently unfulfilled.

[pixelpusher]

Just stick some rubber feet on the bottom and get a wrist rest! 

[pixelpusher]

Just stick some rubber feet on the bottom and get a wrist rest! 

Ooh, better yet... cut a reverse angle in your desktop.  Boom! Flat!

[Saiph]

As a fan of all things low profile this is like slamming my penis in a door.

I wish some of the talented board makers here would make something that is as low profile as possible because that is where a void is currently unfulfilled.

What kind of case were you thinking? I feel like the flat 60% cases you can buy everywhere are as low profile as you can get.

[dante]

I don't know how unusual it is but I prefer to type without a wrist rest.  I'm not sure if there are exotic materials that will allow a maker to build a board unusually thin while still maintaining structural integrity.

[Auxo]

I don't know how unusual it is but I prefer to type without a wrist rest.  I'm not sure if there are exotic materials that will allow a maker to build a board unusually thin while still maintaining structural integrity.

You might be able to consider running a caseless/naked board? I went a few days where I just laid the bare PCB/board on my wide mouse pad and if it we're for the flat profile, it would have been more enjoyable to type on (very nice and quiet)

[LeandreN]

Sorry but high profile seems like the most popular here. Might have some new designs later down the road though, but will be basing them on the high profile for now.



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[duynguyenle]

I think I already commented on the Deskthority thread, but I am interested n getting one, hopefully you don't choose to run this in January because of the JC65 is also running then, February is golden though 

[Auxo]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

[pixelpusher]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

Well that's just nonsense.   You don't need to replace the Tex case, you simply need to add to your collection 

[Zackfoo]

^ preach. Replacing is not the best way.

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[UsualSuspectXXX]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

My thoughts exactly!

[kmba]

There's a million low profile cases that you can find all over.  If you want a really low to the desk case, get a sandwich style with super low or no feet.  I think designers focus on high profile cases because 1) there's a greater range for design aesthetics due to varying bezel width and shape, and 2) because they're not as cheap to manufacture so they don't get pumped out regularly in cheap kits, making supply lower and demand higher. 

[LeandreN]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

I will be running it when it is ready. I have no estimate yet, as I need atleast 1 more prototype.

[yuktsi]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

I will be running it when it is ready. I have no estimate yet, as I need atleast 1 more prototype.

I would love to get the first prototype if you are selling it. 

[menuhin]

I don't know how unusual it is but I prefer to type without a wrist rest.  I'm not sure if there are exotic materials that will allow a maker to build a board unusually thin while still maintaining structural integrity.

Perhaps steel plate on steel bottom with extra brass/steel standoffs?

For me I hesitate to have the 'floating keys' / the low-profile case design because it exposes the top housings of the switches. I would gladly have a low profile case paired with some matching color switch tops and key caps; but if they don't match or it switch tops are not at all part of the plan, the exposed switch tops are just distracting and make the look inconsistent. So I prefer high-pro cases, and it is mostly for aesthetics reasons. I don't know if high-profile or low-profile can affect typing because I don't think I can bottom out a key even further with a low-pro case, though perceptually I may think otherwise.

[LeandreN]

Yeah, regarding the above post... is there any estimated date? I am quite literally looking for an end-game high profile 60% case to replace my tex aluminum

I will be running it when it is ready. I have no estimate yet, as I need atleast 1 more prototype.

I would love to get the first prototype if you are selling it. 

Trust me, you dont want the first prototype

[bbmathlvr]

Looks damn hefty, but not too bulky. Very nice design!

[LeandreN]

Looks damn hefty, but not too bulky. Very nice design!

Thanks. Glad people like it!

[FioraCorp]

Looking at the interest, I think I have to expand the orders a bit.

I'll see what I can do.

Yes please  I'd love to get in too

[Unforgivable]

Wow. Just wow. Amazing.

[gnmar2723]

It's going to be hard to decide between the Revo HHKB case and this Can't wait to see more!

[pixelpusher]

It's going to be hard to decide between the Revo HHKB case and this Can't wait to see more!

Both, of course.  If money is the issue you just need to sell some plasma or baby batter 

Wait... I assumed your gender.  But then again, if you are a woman, funds maybe not an issue

[Zackfoo]

It's going to be hard to decide between the Revo HHKB case and this Can't wait to see more!

Both, of course.  If money is the issue you just need to sell some plasma or baby batter 

Wait... I assumed your gender.  But then again, if you are a woman, funds maybe not an issue

That's kinda sexist..... But hey I'm not offended. XD

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[Zackfoo]

Will blocker for hhkb layout be an option to have? That will be cool.

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[pixelpusher]

It's going to be hard to decide between the Revo HHKB case and this Can't wait to see more!

Both, of course.  If money is the issue you just need to sell some plasma or baby batter 

Wait... I assumed your gender.  But then again, if you are a woman, funds maybe not an issue

That's kinda sexist..... But hey I'm not offended. XD

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Sorry if I offended.  Just being silly

[Zackfoo]

Chill man

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[gnmar2723]

Nah it's cool, I knew you were kidding

[Sifo]

did someone say blue or nah

[Zackfoo]

did someone say blue or nah

Powder Blue please!

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[Unforgivable]

Will blocker for hhkb layout be an option to have? That will be cool.

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You mean like a HHKB top plate?

If so, I'm keeping my fingers crossed. I would honestly love that option.

[LeandreN]

Will blocker for hhkb layout be an option to have? That will be cool.

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You mean like a HHKB top plate?

If so, I'm keeping my fingers crossed. I would honestly love that option.

That is very hard to do with a tray mount case. I would love to do it later though

[LeandreN]

Another sample in!

[Zackfoo]

That sample looks so perfect it kinda looks like it is rendered.... Holy...

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[Sifo]

damn, so down for a deep blue if the price is right.

[GreyAmbience]

Looks amazing! How heavy is the case?

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[Perfex]

Another fabulous 60% case!

2017 looks to be a great year for my desk, but my wallet is another story

[LeandreN]

[smart5088]

interest.!

Can I check the estimated GB price?

[LeandreN]

interest.!

Can I check the estimated GB price?

Around 200$-

[Unforgivable]

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Another sample in!

That looks clean! I love it!

[UsualSuspectXXX]

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Looks dope AF. I like how the weight looks from the bottom too!

[onmybikedrunk]

interest.!

Can I check the estimated GB price?

Around 200$-

Wow - this is gorgeous! Great price too!  F&$% me, I'm gonna be broke and divorced.

[Auxo]

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Another sample in!

.....can...can i buy that sample :v

[stillzman]

very interested in this!!

[LeandreN]

very interested in this!!

Fantastic!

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Another sample in!

.....can...can i buy that sample :v

Sorry, the sample is not for sale :)

[LeandreN]

Here is another photo of the case!

[Halverson]

Ive been really needing an empty 60% case for awhile....such a sexy design. Consider me interested!

[LeandreN]

Ive been really needing an empty 60% case for awhile....such a sexy design. Consider me interested!

Happy to get your approval!

[LeandreN]

You can follow me on @mekaniskco on Instagram if youwant instant updates, short videos etc.

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[nsmechkb]

Really like the bottom bevel on the most recent pictures.  Looks great!

[rabbitfire]

Nice design!

[LeandreN]

Hello!
I been talking to the factory about what tolerances I have for these cases. The prototypes were very good, with some small flaws that would go unnoticed by most people, but I still want to make these better so that we get the highest possible quality out from the situation.

We had:
Some "stripes" on the side of the case, from the machining

Scratches on the brass weight(difficult to work with in this shape)

A few of the inner corners were not machined correctly.

We have been going through these small problems, and hopefully they have improved by our next prototype. The factory is very cooperative and they delivered an amazing products aside from these very small, almost unnoticeable flaws.

Shipping:

I am prepared to pay over 700$ in shipping to get these to me after I have placed the GB order, these are super heavy cases. From me, I will set up a solution with tracked shipping for everyone.

I am also figuring out some good options to include, and extras.

Thanks for reading, hopefully we will have some excellent prototypes so we can start this GB ASAP.

[Jokrik]

Hello!
I been talking to the factory about what tolerances I have for these cases. The prototypes were very good, with some small flaws that would go unnoticed by most people, but I still want to make these better so that we get the highest possible quality out from the situation.

We had:
Some "stripes" on the side of the case, from the machining

Scratches on the brass weight(difficult to work with in this shape)

Some of the corners were not machined correctly.

We have been going through these small problems, and hopefully they have improved by our next prototype. The factory is very cooperative and they delivered an amazing products aside from these very small, almost unnoticeable flaws.

Shipping:

I am prepared to pay over 700$ in shipping to get these to me after I have placed the GB order, these are super heavy cases. From me, I will set up a solution with tracked shipping for everyone.

I am also figuring out some good options to include, and extras.

Thanks for reading, hopefully we will have some excellent prototypes so we can start this GB ASAP.

Very interesting updates
really can't wait for the GB , all the best for the next proto

[Jedi]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives. 

[LeandreN]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

[hervuli]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

Wow. I was already interested, now I definitely want one!

[LeandreN]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

Wow. I was already interested, now I definitely want one!

Fantastic, thanks for teh feedback!

[bbmathlvr]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

Holy crap! I think that's a good thing, but I'm a little worried for my desk at that weight

[Slash Emperor]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

Holy crap! I think that's a good thing, but I'm a little worried for my desk at that weight

What is your desk made of?

[Saiph]

What is your desk made of?

Origami, is that not normal?

[Halverson]

I don't know if it's been mentioned, have the colors been determined?

[LeandreN]

I don't know if it's been mentioned, have the colors been determined?

Not yet, still trying some different options to see what will fit best as options.

[Halverson]

I don't know if it's been mentioned, have the colors been determined?

Not yet, still trying some different options to see what will fit best as options.

Ok great, looking forward to see what you choose

[exanile_tabasco]

This is going to be a wonderful hipro case! I need this in my life.

Posting so I won't forget about this. I love what you've done with the centre screw post; most weighted hipros don't have it due to the position of the weight.


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[E3E]

Watching this topic over here too. 

[KHAANNN]

I wonder how much higher are the bottom row keycaps compared to an 60% with a TEX case

Like everyone points out, it's an incredible product, would want to join If I can still type while my palm is on the desk

[exanile_tabasco]

I wonder how much higher are the bottom row keycaps compared to an 60% with a TEX case

Like everyone points out, it's an incredible product, would want to join If I can still type while my palm is on the desk

If you want to live the hipro life, you should probably have either a wrist rest or good posture (wrist suspended while typing). Otherwise it's going to hurt. If it's anything like FMJ or Hammer, bottom row (assuming regular R4 Cherry mods, not R5) will be a few mm higher than in a Tex case.



By the way @Leandren, I'm a little concerned now about the corners. If they're really rounded, is there any chance that the corners of bottom row Cherry caps will rub against the case? Have had this issue with some other hipro cases. I see that you like Skidata a lot so perhaps you could test it out for us GMK users? To me it looks like V2 is going to be tight around the edges, and V1 has a little more wiggle room for the board.

[LeandreN]

I wonder how much higher are the bottom row keycaps compared to an 60% with a TEX case

Like everyone points out, it's an incredible product, would want to join If I can still type while my palm is on the desk

If you want to live the hipro life, you should probably have either a wrist rest or good posture (wrist suspended while typing). Otherwise it's going to hurt. If it's anything like FMJ or Hammer, bottom row (assuming regular R4 Cherry mods, not R5) will be a few mm higher than in a Tex case.



By the way @Leandren, I'm a little concerned now about the corners. If they're really rounded, is there any chance that the corners of bottom row Cherry caps will rub against the case? Have had this issue with some other hipro cases. I see that you like Skidata a lot so perhaps you could test it out for us GMK users? To me it looks like V2 is going to be tight around the edges, and V1 has a little more wiggle room for the board.

Yeah it is true. It doesn't scratch at the normal position now, but it is awfully close. We will reduce the roundness by .5mm to make sure.

[bbmathlvr]

Throw us a weight figure on these boys.  My Round5 order could sure use this when it arrives.

Looks like a are going to hit the 2KG mark.

Holy crap! I think that's a good thing, but I'm a little worried for my desk at that weight

What is your desk made of?

It's solid cherry.

[ArchDill]

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

[alveeno]

So no hhkb blockers?

[LeandreN]

So no hhkb blockers?

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

That is impossible with this design, sorry.

[LeandreN]

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

Me too!

[GreyAmbience]

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

Me too!

Soon™?

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[rabbitfire]

Looks so great. Interested!

[LDobler]

This case looks real nice 

Will we have the option to order a PCB with the case when the GB is live?

Also, good work Leandren! 

[menuhin]

So no hhkb blockers?

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

That is impossible with this design, sorry.

I always wonder if any maker creates switch blockers (like those sold on Pimpmykeyboard) but in aluminum. As a separate kit, two 1.5u aluminium switch blockers (with matching height and color) at the corner can kind of transform a high profile 60% case to a HHKB style case.

[venjiang]

Cool


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[xondat]

I always wonder if any maker creates switch blockers (like those sold on Pimpmykeyboard) but in aluminum. As a separate kit, two 1.5u aluminium switch blockers (with matching height and color) at the corner can kind of transform a high profile 60% case to a HHKB style case.

It's been done before, but there is a problem. It looks wank.

[menuhin]

I always wonder if any maker creates switch blockers (like those sold on Pimpmykeyboard) but in aluminum. As a separate kit, two 1.5u aluminium switch blockers (with matching height and color) at the corner can kind of transform a high profile 60% case to a HHKB style case.

It's been done before, but there is a problem. It looks wank.

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It doesn't look good when there are too many of them on a board.

I am suggesting two things:
- As I read from a few TaoBao listings that their alu blockers are screwed into the PCB, unlike those Pimpmykeyboard blockers where one can just snap them in. Snap-in blockers will be better.
- A pair of 1.5u blockers and a pair of 1u blockers can turn a 60% into the HHKB style and the Winkeyles style in a few second and it doesn't look half bad:



Of course these low cost addons are not as elegant as running another Groupbuy and spending another few hundred dollars on a specialized HHKB case and then also on a Winkeyless case.
(I know that LeandreN offers Winkeyless plate option and HHKB plate option)

[LeandreN]

[Jokrik]

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pls stop
my life feels miserable without one

[ArchDill]

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NNNEEEEEDDD IIITTTTT!!!!

[kmba]

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What case is that?

[kmba]

I need the gray case for GMK Terminal.

Me too!

I think the problem with trying to match a gray case with gray keycap sets is the grays will never be the same color unless manufactured to match.   I think two dark grays together, but different shades, is a little silly looking    That's why I'm putting terminal on a board with a black case! heh. 

Based on your color option renders above.. I miiiight try to get in for a blue case, but I'll probably wuss out and go with silver. 

[LeandreN]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

[exanile_tabasco]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Cool idea putting in renders for both the brass and steel weights 

But what is this at the top? It only shows on the Fjell page. I thought you said it wouldn't start until R5 ended?



Also, the "Enter the raffle" button on the Project C page has been broken for some time because the link is the page itself.

EDIT: something to do with the products page. Once you go on the products page, the banner disappears. I feel like an idiot for getting all worried.

[LeandreN]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Cool idea putting in renders for both the brass and steel weights 

But what is this at the top? It only shows on the Fjell page. I thought you said it wouldn't start until R5 ended?

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Also, the "Enter the raffle" button on the Project C page has been broken for some time because the link is the page itself.

EDIT: something to do with the products page. Once you go on the products page, the banner disappears. I feel like an idiot for getting all worried.

It's purposely broken. It's just an old site, I will update it.

I will not start before I have a 100% plan for R5. So that will be posted to R5 thread first.

We are waiting for a package over there.

[UsualSuspectXXX]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Colors look great. When you do the GB will you also have plates of matching colors available?

[LeandreN]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Colors look great. When you do the GB will you also have plates of matching colors available?

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

[Halverson]

Ohhhh, that orange looks good!

[UsualSuspectXXX]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Colors look great. When you do the GB will you also have plates of matching colors available?

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

The reason I ask is because I'd like to redo my purple build, so I'd like to get a purple plate to go along with the case.

[LeandreN]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Colors look great. When you do the GB will you also have plates of matching colors available?

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

The reason I ask is because I'd like to redo my purple build, so I'd like to get a purple plate to go along with the case.

That is totally understandable. I will try my best to get it available.

[IneffableTao]

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

+1 for brass plate <3

[UsualSuspectXXX]

https://mekanisk.co/products/fjell?variant=36234901255

Here you can test different combinations.

The colours are a bit off in the renders, hope to fix that soon, but you should get a general idea.

Colors look great. When you do the GB will you also have plates of matching colors available?

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

The reason I ask is because I'd like to redo my purple build, so I'd like to get a purple plate to go along with the case.

That is totally understandable. I will try my best to get it available.

Thank you. Also, the purple with the brass weight looks dope!

[ticktwo]

that purple case so awesome!

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[ehmlis]

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

+1 for brass plate <3

Ooh, a matching brass plate! I would love that. +1

[LeandreN]

I need to clear things ups in that regard, but I might offer that, or/also brass plates

+1 for brass plate <3

Ooh, a matching brass plate! I would love that. +1

First post? Welcome to Geekhack!

[ehmlis]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

[LeandreN]

https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=86822.0;topicseen

GB thread live

[LeandreN]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

[exanile_tabasco]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

OMGOMGOMGOMG FINALLY

[ArchDill]

ENTERED. Really hoping to get in on this!

This may be a stupid question but this is compatible with the Zeal PCB right?

[LeandreN]

ENTERED. Really hoping to get in on this!

This may be a stupid question but this is compatible with the Zeal PCB right?

I haven't tested it, but I can try to acquire one to test.

Should work.

[jgodinez302]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

I love the purple, but a white option would take the cake for me

[UsualSuspectXXX]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

I love the purple, but a white option would take the cake for me

Unfortunately there is no way to do a white anodize.

Here is an explanation as to why

Related GH thread

[polentA]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

I love the purple, but a white option would take the cake for me

Unfortunately there is no way to do a white anodize.

Here is an explanation as to why

Related GH thread

I thought this was the case. Thanks for providing the explanation.

[UsualSuspectXXX]

Thank you. I'm a long time non-registered lurker though (Also, I'm oknytt on DT.)

Will the silver case be so light in colour that it's almost white? I mean with the name and all, a snowclad "fjell" would be beautiful.

Unfortunately it is not white, just silver. I hope to get some sample pics next week.

I love the purple, but a white option would take the cake for me

Unfortunately there is no way to do a white anodize.

Here is an explanation as to why

Related GH thread

I thought this was the case. Thanks for providing the explanation.

NP. The only really good way to get white would be to powder coat, which we usually don't see in this hobby.

[E3E]

NP. The only really good way to get white would be to powder coat, which we usually don't see in this hobby.

Either that or cerakoting, eh? I know there's an example that henz has of the Novatouch aluminum case that's white. I personally would rather anodizing anyway, especially on something with as many sharp edges as the FJELL, since those are usually weak points for paints.

[riotonthebay]

The Matrix team tried a new technique with their Abel buy to get something like white anodization (read more here), but my understanding is they actually had to scrap it and ask the people who chose ceramic white to choose another color because it got dirty af and gross looking.

[UsualSuspectXXX]

NP. The only really good way to get white would be to powder coat, which we usually don't see in this hobby.

Either that or cerakoting, eh? I know there's an example that henz has of the Novatouch aluminum case that's white. I personally would rather anodizing anyway, especially on something with as many sharp edges as the FJELL, since those are usually weak points for paints.

Powder coat holds up on edges better than paint dies. But yea, anodizing will always be a better, longer lasting finish process.

[jgodinez302]

NP. The only really good way to get white would be to powder coat, which we usually don't see in this hobby.

Either that or cerakoting, eh? I know there's an example that henz has of the Novatouch aluminum case that's white. I personally would rather anodizing anyway, especially on something with as many sharp edges as the FJELL, since those are usually weak points for paints.

Powder coat holds up on edges better than paint dies. But yea, anodizing will always be a better, longer lasting finish process.

TIL! Thanks for those helpful links

[yuktsi]

Are the invoices out already? 

[jgodinez302]

Are the invoices out already? 

I believe selections have been made and invoices should be going out in February sometime after Chinese New Year? But don't quote me on that......

[LeandreN]

Are the invoices out already? 

I believe selections have been made and invoices should be going out in February sometime after Chinese New Year? But don't quote me on that......

This is true.

[fublamchu]

Are the invoices out already? 

I believe selections have been made and invoices should be going out in February sometime after Chinese New Year? But don't quote me on that......

This is true.

This first invoice is just the deposit correct?

[LeandreN]

Are the invoices out already? 

I believe selections have been made and invoices should be going out in February sometime after Chinese New Year? But don't quote me on that......

This is true.

This first invoice is just the deposit correct?

Yes.

[pixelpusher]

If anyone gets cold feet when they see the invoice... consider me a foot warmer!

Translation: I'll buy your spot if you don't have the dough.

[LeandreN]

Please post in the GB thread also, this is the interest check. I do have lists I will go through though.

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[alienman82]

removed.