[GB] Noxary X60 V1

[romevi]

The longer one looks awkward. Will the shorter weight cause some sort of balance issue when lifting it? Not that you'd be lifting an alu case like that often, but still.

[UsualSuspectXXX]

Definitely the shorter, fatter one. As romevi said, the bottom one just looks awkward.

[JulienC]

Interrested in the HHKB-style case, filled the questionnaire.

[loud_asian]

The top one, it leaves more room for engraving

[gadzkun]

+1 bottom 

can you make the side of bottom case have handle like lz rv

[xondat]

I've decided how I'm going to finish the design. I will have next to finished pictures of it tomorrow.

[loud_asian]

Yesss, I can't express how excited I am for this custom

I'm even thinking about picking up multiples of the HHKB

[romevi]

Looking forward to tomorrow's showing!

[renzpwns]

Will definitely follow the development on this one.

[Waateva]

I like the bottom weight shape and I would definitely be interested in a 75% board

[xondat]

Find the rest of the images here: http://imgur.com/a/OGAa2


So this is the HHKB finished in my eyes. I had a total of 41 responses to the questionnaire, and 20 peoples favorite was the HHKB. The results I got helped a lot with the design process and the 3rd remodel that I did, so a lot of the things from it are reflected in the keyboard itself. I'm sure there will be minor tweaks but that's it as far as any big edits or design decisions go. However I may reduce the outside fillets to 1mm instead of 2mm, creating a less curvy look, but I'll see how it goes down as it's pretty split. Over the next couple of days I'll be remodeling the 75% layout - it will look the same as this. For now, I'll be working on quoting and seeing what I can do.

[romevi]

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Find the rest of the images here: http://imgur.com/a/OGAa2


So this is the HHKB finished in my eyes. I had a total of 41 responses to the questionnaire, and 20 peoples favorite was the HHKB. The results I got helped a lot with the design process and the 3rd remodel that I did, so a lot of the things from it are reflected in the keyboard itself. I'm sure there will be minor tweaks but that's it as far as any big edits or design decisions go. However I may reduce the outside fillets to 1mm instead of 2mm, creating a less curvy look, but I'll see how it goes down as it's pretty split. Over the next couple of days I'll be remodeling the 75% layout - it will look the same as this. For now, I'll be working on quoting and seeing what I can do.

xondat, this looks absolutely marvelous.

[Saiph]

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So this is the HHKB finished in my eyes. I had a total of 41 responses to the questionnaire, and 20 peoples favorite was the HHKB. The results I got helped a lot with the design process and the 3rd remodel that I did, so a lot of the things from it are reflected in the keyboard itself. I'm sure there will be minor tweaks but that's it as far as any big edits or design decisions go. However I may reduce the outside fillets to 1mm instead of 2mm, creating a less curvy look, but I'll see how it goes down as it's pretty split. Over the next couple of days I'll be remodeling the 75% layout - it will look the same as this. For now, I'll be working on quoting and seeing what I can do.

Looks great! Can't wait to see your 75% redesign.

[R4WBIT]

Looks absolutely amazing! 1mm instead of 2mm in the edges would look better imo, otherwise as said, great design. Hope you finish this project 

[loud_asian]

Looks absolutely amazing! 1mm instead of 2mm in the edges would look better imo, otherwise as said, great design. Hope you finish this project 

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

whoops

[bocahgundul]

1mm fo sho

[CommonCurt]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

+1

[Minha]

Any possibility of making the angle of the case higher?

[SixtyLife]

love the hhkb. please do not make the angle any higher.

[loud_asian]

Any possibility of making the angle of the case higher?

PLS NO

using my viper for extended periods of time kills my wrists

[500_pts]

In for hhkb style.

[Minha]

I like the steeper angles

[xondat]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

This isn't true - the fillets are the curves on the vertical edges. I can change this how I want

Any possibility of making the angle of the case higher?

Not really, I quite like 8 and so does everyone else. What angle are you looking for?

[bocahgundul]

1 mm and 8 degree das it

[thebeae]

Looking great! Cant wait to see the 75%

[loud_asian]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

This isn't true - the fillets are the curves on the vertical edges. I can change this how I want

If that's the case, hit me with those thin edges

[scubaste]

I don't see how I could pass up on the HHKB layout. Great work on the design.

[xondat]

Small update from the emails with the shop.

• 6061 will be used over 7075 as the latter is about 20% more expensive.
• The cost increase between different anodizing colors is minimal so perhaps several colors will be offered.
• Colors need to be kept "broad and basic" although any color can be done, providing it's a primary or secondary.
• Laser etching the brass weights is possible with a small percentage increase in price.
• A brushed finish on the weight is possible, along with nickel plating.
• Everything will be done at the one shop, which allows quality control to be at its highest.
• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

[Auxo]

Do we know how much a kit (whatever is available) will likely be priced at? Rough estimate?

[loud_asian]

Small update from the emails with the shop.

• 6061 will be used over 7075 as the latter is about 20% more expensive.
• The cost increase between different anodizing colors is minimal so perhaps several colors will be offered.
• Colors need to be kept "broad and basic" although any color can be done, providing it's a primary or secondary.
• Laser etching the brass weights is possible with a small percentage increase in price.
• A brushed finish on the weight is possible, along with nickel plating.
• Everything will be done at the one shop, which allows quality control to be at its highest.
• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

Any idea when you'll start taking deposits? I'd hate to miss out on this

[xondat]

Do we know how much a kit (whatever is available) will likely be priced at? Rough estimate?

Not going to make guesses. There's prices that I want it to be at but saying that doesn't mean it will be therefore I'll post the price when I know.

Any idea when you'll start taking deposits? I'd hate to miss out on this

As soon as I know the cost of the prototype and the amount that have to be made for a realistic group buy cost.

[SixtyLife]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

This isn't true - the fillets are the curves on the vertical edges. I can change this how I want

seems like people are confusing fillets for bezels. I'm personally a fan of what you have in the current mockups and think it looks good with that bit of roundedness on the outside edges.

pic of fillet for those who may be confused:

[xondat]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

This isn't true - the fillets are the curves on the vertical edges. I can change this how I want

seems like people are confusing fillets for bezels. I'm personally a fan of what you have in the current mockups and think it looks good with that bit of roundedness on the outside edges.

pic of fillet for those who may be confused:

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I figured this was happening too.

[Diokhan]

2 mm is needed for the edges since it will be where the screw holes for the plate will be. If you check out the kmac happy, it doesn't look too bad with the bigger edges

This isn't true - the fillets are the curves on the vertical edges. I can change this how I want

seems like people are confusing fillets for bezels. I'm personally a fan of what you have in the current mockups and think it looks good with that bit of roundedness on the outside edges.

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I figured this was happening too.

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This looks sexy as hell

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[xondat]

Expecting numbers today, been in communication with the shop all day.

[Phenix]

I also vote for fillets!

[xondat]

• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

I've decided that I'll be producing enough to keep the price down instead of keep the numbers low for no reason. Aiming around the $350 mark though.

[loud_asian]

• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

I've decided that I'll be producing enough to keep the price down instead of keep the numbers low for no reason. Aiming around the $350 mark though.

At least its not $400 

I'm still interested in getting at least one of these

[xondat]

• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

I've decided that I'll be producing enough to keep the price down instead of keep the numbers low for no reason. Aiming around the $350 mark though.

At least its not $400 

I'm still interested in getting at least one of these

Oh I want the price as low as possible too but there is only so many that will buy it )

[raymogi]

I need that 60% WKL.

[CommonCurt]

• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

I've decided that I'll be producing enough to keep the price down instead of keep the numbers low for no reason. Aiming around the $350 mark though.

Is that $350 with PCB or without?

[dannrawr]

if only i have more moneh

[romevi]

• I'm looking at having 25 kits made, and deposits are looking likely.

I've decided that I'll be producing enough to keep the price down instead of keep the numbers low for no reason. Aiming around the $350 mark though.

Is that $350 with PCB or without?

Ouch. A little bit higher than I thought, especially since I want only the case and plate.
What PCB will it use? I can't imagine the PCB will knock off that much.

[billnye]

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Find the rest of the images here: http://imgur.com/a/OGAa2


So this is the HHKB finished in my eyes. I had a total of 41 responses to the questionnaire, and 20 peoples favorite was the HHKB. The results I got helped a lot with the design process and the 3rd remodel that I did, so a lot of the things from it are reflected in the keyboard itself. I'm sure there will be minor tweaks but that's it as far as any big edits or design decisions go. However I may reduce the outside fillets to 1mm instead of 2mm, creating a less curvy look, but I'll see how it goes down as it's pretty split. Over the next couple of days I'll be remodeling the 75% layout - it will look the same as this. For now, I'll be working on quoting and seeing what I can do.

Good looks my man.

[xondat]

So doing 25 is stupid. It roughly works out around $650 per case at 25. Absolutely not doing that little. Instead, 50+ will half the price and make it much more viable. However there might have to be sacrifices such as no switch modding on the plates, no engraving or even changing the weight design/removing it completely. Reaching 50+ is insane for a keyboard, especially since they're ~$320. Whether this is possible - I don't know. I guess the only way to see is to try.

In order to have the prototype made, I will need to raise the base cost or take deposits. I can see the minimum being $340 at this current point in time. This means that deposits would be $20, and I would need 50.

Please fill in this poll so that I can get working on it and get the price as low as I can.

POLL HERE

[xondat]

The weight design will be changing, I'll be getting quotes for both no weight and an optional weight and comparing how different the prices are. I'll be getting a quote for a plate with no switch modding, simply out of interest. Engraving is something that probably won't be done as the cost compared to the amount of people that will want it just doesn't make sense for the others.

[loud_asian]

Thanks for the update xondat 

Have you thought about contacting vendors and seeing if they could potentially pick up a couple of orders?

[ramnes]

Democracy sucks.

I want an engraved weight, and visible from outside.

[CommonCurt]

Just noticed the thread name was changed. Will there even be a regular 60% option now?

[Diokhan]

Democracy sucks.

I want an engraved weight, and visible from outside.

Same here man

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