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Title: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Croktopus on Fri, 18 December 2020, 12:55:19
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Bushwacker

An extra-wide rubber grommet mounted leafspring keyboard

IC Form (https://forms.gle/29CaKMPHA1bxg2F69)
Discord (https://discord.gg/MjzG78J6gW)


Layout


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Internals



Externals


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Electronics


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Price TBD
Vendors HMU

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Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Croktopus on Fri, 18 December 2020, 12:57:05
FAQ

Vendors?

I would love to have a vendor run this, as based on my experience with the Timber Wolf, I don't think I'm very good at that stuff. I've contacted a couple already, and if you are a vendor and are interested in running this please reach out, but I'm also considering using something like a fulfillment service. We'll see.

Pricing?

TBD, but likely not super low - despite there not being a weight, some of the geometry isn't the most friendly to machine, and it's kinda huge. I'd say midrange.

ETA?

TBD, I wanna get it perfect first, and I need more prototypes.

Files?

I'll release a bunch of plate files so people can get their own cut in exactly their desired layout and material, and I also plan to open source the PCB after the GB.

2U vertical keys?

I love the 2U delete in this position because it fits as the solution to these 3 criteria:
1) I want the delete key to be directly to the right of backslash, just like on a full-size or TKL
2) I don't want any additional keys below the delete key, which might get in the way of my pinky when I hit delete, or mess up my homing
3) I don't want a gap between the up arrow and the delete key

Obviously, we're left with the problem of there being no properly legended 2U delete keys, but I make do with a numpad+

The enter is because I like to hit enter with my mouse hand thumb after typing something brief, say into the address bar, or an excel document. Just fits my use pattern, and I've heard from a few other people that they do something similar.

Alternative Firmwares?

Long story short, Mr. xyz is working on a new qmk gui thing called vial (https://github.com/vial-kb/vial-doc). The raison d'etre is more to do with being open source and not requiring changes be made to the central repository when designers want to add their keyboard, but one of the neat side benefits is that he was also able to add support for instant remapping of encoder behavior and it even has layer functionality for the encoders. I'm using it right now and it's great, and this particular feature is perfect for the Bushwacker, but the one eh thing is that it's super early development and it might not be out or have a stable release when the Bushwacker comes out, so I'm not gonna commit to it being a feature of this board (tho I will provide files for anyone who lives the beta testing lifestyle).
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: jestemfranklin on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:03:07
Whoa...should I wait until the kids leave the room to watch that Bushwacker Explosion video? Age restricted?
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Zeelobby on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:04:55
Oh buddy. Haha. It's here
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: $W4GK!NG on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:06:52
Very interesting layout and mounting style, I'm definetly intrigued, GLWIC
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Baka Bot on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:12:26
interesting yes.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: catamscott on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:34:41
that pcb mounting looks nice, and a good looking board overall!  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:46:41
I guess the Bone Ranger, Disco Stick and Poonpounder didn't make the cut.

WANG was already taken.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Croktopus on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:54:01
Quote from: jestemfranklin on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:03:07
Whoa...should I wait until the kids leave the room to watch that Bushwacker Explosion video? Age restricted?

put the kids to bed

Quote from: Zeelobby on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:04:55
Oh buddy. Haha. It's here

kept you waiting huh

Quote from: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 18 December 2020, 13:46:41
I guess the Bone Ranger, Disco Stick and Poonpounder didn't make the cut.

WANG was already taken.

i name my mechs after mechs actually
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: OtherAndrew on Fri, 18 December 2020, 14:18:18
what happens when i use jarate with this
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: ddrfraser1 on Fri, 18 December 2020, 14:38:02
Thinking about doing a 40 and calling it the "Eshlonggate"
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: paperassgasket on Fri, 18 December 2020, 16:31:37
Finally!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: niakulah on Fri, 18 December 2020, 17:36:19
The enter is because I like to hit enter with my mouse hand thumb after typing something brief, say into the address bar, or an excel document. Just fits my use pattern, and I've heard from a few other people that they do something similar.

Hell yes!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: rooski15 on Fri, 18 December 2020, 17:45:48
Definitely going to be following this one - excited to see where it goes.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: stoffelduss on Fri, 18 December 2020, 18:03:37
cool layout, interested!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Havattack on Fri, 18 December 2020, 18:46:04
I have no need or want of a num pad, but that keyboard looks amazing. looks great next to your avatar pic too.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Fri, 18 December 2020, 22:05:53
YES YES YES I HAVE WAITED SO LONG FOR THIS

Clicks watch and notify; IC filled
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Koatl on Fri, 18 December 2020, 22:10:32
!!!

Would love white or black/white mix.

...also what do these knobs even do?
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Fri, 18 December 2020, 22:18:25
Quote from: OtherAndrew on Fri, 18 December 2020, 14:18:18
what happens when i use jarate with this

C-Can any keyboard survive jarate?

Quote from: Koatl on Fri, 18 December 2020, 22:10:32
!!!

Would love white or black/white mix.

...also what do these knobs even do?

If this knob serves the same function as the one in the Timber Wolf (Crok's previous GB, see me stanning it in my signature), then volume control by default. I use for mute/unmute and play/pause as well.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Croktopus on Sat, 19 December 2020, 01:26:47
Quote from: niakulah on Fri, 18 December 2020, 17:36:19
The enter is because I like to hit enter with my mouse hand thumb after typing something brief, say into the address bar, or an excel document. Just fits my use pattern, and I've heard from a few other people that they do something similar.

Hell yes!

there's dozens of us!

Quote from: Koatl on Fri, 18 December 2020, 22:10:32
!!!

Would love white or black/white mix.

...also what do these knobs even do?

so hm i shoulda written more on this. basically, this board was originally designed to be my keyboard-designing keyboard. as such, personally, ill be using the knob for things like changing grid size in kicad, switching between tools in fusion 360, etc. however, default behavior will be volume & mute because that i think will be the most popular use
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 20 December 2020, 19:34:56
Quote from: Croktopus on Sat, 19 December 2020, 01:26:47
Quote from: niakulah on Fri, 18 December 2020, 17:36:19
The enter is because I like to hit enter with my mouse hand thumb after typing something brief, say into the address bar, or an excel document. Just fits my use pattern, and I've heard from a few other people that they do something similar.

Hell yes!

there's dozens of us!

I used to doubt, but now I am a believer.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: vilagefool on Thu, 11 February 2021, 11:11:05
I'm in! Got the Timber Wolf and love it! The right 2u enter and 2u delete are crazy useful, and this has MOAR!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: MIGHTY CHICKEN on Thu, 11 February 2021, 11:31:09
good
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: NorrittMTG on Thu, 11 February 2021, 11:42:20
this is incredible!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Rx003 on Fri, 19 February 2021, 05:50:42
Long boi I like  :thumb:
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Thu, 18 March 2021, 06:47:53
any updates 👀
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: sybase on Thu, 18 March 2021, 14:24:45
The more I look at this, the more I want it. I appreciate the split spacebar options :thumb: and that right nav cluster looks aesthetic and functional. If possible, would like to see prototypes sent out to streamers/reviewers.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Sun, 04 April 2021, 07:47:17
April bump.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Vibex on Sun, 04 April 2021, 08:21:41
Really hope this board isn't dead, its such a novel concept!
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: yotasan on Sun, 04 April 2021, 08:34:13
i do see the usage in the left numpad, im definitely into this
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: iinko_mk on Sun, 04 April 2021, 08:53:01
this is the innovation this community needed.
I'm really interested in this, if it is possible to keep under or around the 450-500 USD range...
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Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Croktopus on Fri, 23 April 2021, 01:44:17
Quick update: vendor search has gone so well that I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. New proto ordered with slight geometry update and some small internal tweaks, I think y'all are gonna like it. Sorry for the lack of updates but I didn't have much to say. I'll post a big IC 2 update when the new proto's in and vendors are locked.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Fri, 23 April 2021, 02:16:30
Quote from: Croktopus on Fri, 23 April 2021, 01:44:17
Quick update: vendor search has gone so well that I'm waiting for the other shoe to drop. New proto ordered with slight geometry update and some small internal tweaks, I think y'all are gonna like it. Sorry for the lack of updates but I didn't have much to say. I'll post a big IC 2 update when the new proto's in and vendors are locked.

Happy to hear about the vendor update! Can't wait to see the changes you've made with the new prototype.
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: Vibex on Wed, 14 July 2021, 12:51:26
Any new updates here?
Title: Re: [IC] Bushwacker - super wide, southpaw
Post by: lush_bunny on Tue, 19 July 2022, 08:52:26
Yo dawg I heard there was a prototype :D