Author Topic: [IC] FJELL 60% High Profile Keyboard Case (Read 40703 times)

Saiph · « **Reply #50 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 16:06:11 »

Quote from: dante on Fri, 30 December 2016, 15:59:09

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 · « **Reply #51 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 16:07:02 »

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 · « **Reply #52 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 16:35:19 »

Quote from: dante on Fri, 30 December 2016, 16:07:02

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 · « **Reply #53 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 19:00:58 »

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 · « **Reply #54 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 20:02:32 »

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 · « **Reply #55 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19 »

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 · « **Reply #56 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:25:35 »

Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19

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 · « **Reply #57 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:36:26 »

^ preach. Replacing is not the best way.

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UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #58 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 22:28:13 »

Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19

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 · « **Reply #59 on:** Fri, 30 December 2016, 23:59:27 »

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 · « **Reply #60 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 03:39:21 »

Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19

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 · « **Reply #61 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 04:07:56 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Sat, 31 December 2016, 03:39:21

Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19
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 · « **Reply #62 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 06:57:32 »

Quote from: dante on Fri, 30 December 2016, 16:07:02

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 · « **Reply #63 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 08:45:57 »

Quote from: yuktsi on Sat, 31 December 2016, 04:07:56

Quote from: LeandreN on Sat, 31 December 2016, 03:39:21
Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Fri, 30 December 2016, 21:20:19
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 · « **Reply #64 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 10:09:38 »

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

LeandreN · « **Reply #65 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 11:54:51 »

Quote from: bbmathlvr on Sat, 31 December 2016, 10:09:38

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

Thanks. Glad people like it!

FioraCorp · « **Reply #66 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 16:53:11 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Fri, 30 December 2016, 15:56:13

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 · « **Reply #67 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:31:34 »

Wow. Just wow. Amazing.

gnmar2723 · « **Reply #68 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:38:17 »

It's going to be hard to decide between the Revo HHKB case and this

Can't wait to see more!

pixelpusher · « **Reply #69 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:17:16 »

Quote from: gnmar2723 on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:38:17

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 · « **Reply #70 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:21:10 »

Quote from: reececonrad on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:17:16

Quote from: gnmar2723 on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:38:17
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 · « **Reply #71 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:21:43 »

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

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pixelpusher · « **Reply #72 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:23:10 »

Quote from: Zackfoo on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:21:10

Quote from: reececonrad on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:17:16
Quote from: gnmar2723 on Sat, 31 December 2016, 19:38:17
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 · « **Reply #73 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:24:28 »

Chill man

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gnmar2723 · « **Reply #74 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:57:17 »

Nah it's cool, I knew you were kidding

Sifo · « **Reply #75 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 23:02:34 »

did someone say blue or nah

Zackfoo · « **Reply #76 on:** Sat, 31 December 2016, 23:03:12 »

Quote from: Sifo on Sat, 31 December 2016, 23:02:34

did someone say blue or nah

Powder Blue please!

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Unforgivable · « **Reply #77 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:36:54 »

Quote from: Zackfoo on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:21:43

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 · « **Reply #78 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:46:35 »

Quote from: Unforgivable on Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:36:54

Quote from: Zackfoo on Sat, 31 December 2016, 20:21:43
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 · « **Reply #79 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:46:52 »

Another sample in!

Zackfoo · « **Reply #80 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 06:26:17 »

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

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Sifo · « **Reply #81 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 07:06:35 »

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

GreyAmbience · « **Reply #82 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 07:07:56 »

Looks amazing! How heavy is the case?

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Perfex · « **Reply #83 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 10:36:57 »

Another fabulous 60% case!

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

LeandreN · « **Reply #84 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 10:54:42 »

smart5088 · « **Reply #85 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 11:05:48 »

interest.!

Can I check the estimated GB price?

LeandreN · « **Reply #86 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 11:06:15 »

Quote from: smart5088 on Sun, 01 January 2017, 11:05:48

interest.!

Can I check the estimated GB price?

Around 200$-

Unforgivable · « **Reply #87 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 12:03:17 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:46:52

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Another sample in!

That looks clean! I love it!

UsualSuspectXXX · « **Reply #88 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 12:46:54 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Sun, 01 January 2017, 10:54:42

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

onmybikedrunk · « **Reply #89 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 13:04:41 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Sun, 01 January 2017, 11:06:15

Quote from: smart5088 on Sun, 01 January 2017, 11:05:48
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 · « **Reply #90 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 15:18:09 »

Quote from: LeandreN on Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:46:52

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Another sample in!

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

stillzman · « **Reply #91 on:** Sun, 01 January 2017, 15:22:14 »

very interested in this!!

LeandreN · « **Reply #92 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 11:19:50 »

Quote from: stillzman on Sun, 01 January 2017, 15:22:14

very interested in this!!

Fantastic!

Quote from: CJD_Anthony on Sun, 01 January 2017, 15:18:09

Quote from: LeandreN on Sun, 01 January 2017, 05:46:52
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Another sample in!
.....can...can i buy that sample :v

Sorry, the sample is not for sale :)

LeandreN · « **Reply #93 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 11:20:31 »

Here is another photo of the case!

Halverson · « **Reply #94 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 12:04:13 »

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

LeandreN · « **Reply #95 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 14:07:27 »

Quote from: Halverson on Mon, 02 January 2017, 12:04:13

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

Happy to get your approval!

LeandreN · « **Reply #96 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 14:07:52 »

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

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nsmechkb · « **Reply #97 on:** Mon, 02 January 2017, 20:06:44 »

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

rabbitfire · « **Reply #98 on:** Tue, 03 January 2017, 20:03:42 »

Nice design!

LeandreN · « **Reply #99 on:** Wed, 04 January 2017, 07:36:10 »

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.


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Author Topic: [IC] FJELL 60% High Profile Keyboard Case (Read 40703 times)