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geekhack Marketplace => Group Buys and Preorders => Topic started by: packman86 on Tue, 25 January 2022, 21:19:22

Title: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Concluded
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 25 January 2022, 21:19:22

Ottantaquattro

Ottantaquattro Extras raffle live for ~24 hours

https://forms.gle/8vimpCq1GQQjpsWF7


(https://i.imgur.com/zaKv7DB.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/vivX5G9.png)


Product Page: https://merisi.works/collections/merisi-ottantaquattro
Pronunciation:https://streamable.com/p3eddr (Thanks, LightningXI :thumb:)
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/merisi.works/
Discord: https://discord.gg/fKmCxNE

Eighty-Four

(A very special "Grazie" to LightningXI (https://www.instagram.com/lightningkeyboards/) for letting me use these awesome photos from his prototype build featuring the DCS Deadbeats keyset, Big Bad Wolf - Chewy, and Bongo Cats artisans.)


(https://i.imgur.com/EPl1Tij.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/PcHHVS6.jpg)

LightningXI Typing Test:

LightningXI Build Stream VOD:

Group Buy Information:

Group Buy Date: January 31
Group Buy Type: Raffle via Google Form
Entry Window: 24 hours
MOQ (min and max): 100 units

Supported Plate Layouts::
- "Standard", Tsangan, or WKL bottom row
- ANSI only (NO ISO)
- Stepped or Normal Caps Lock
--Renders

More

(https://i.imgur.com/z0D600r.png)

(https://i.imgur.com/I9OAtFn.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/5NP1VUo.jpg)

Specifications:
- Top mount TKL (Jane V2/Whale/Koala style)
- Aluminum 6063 case
- Aluminum plate
- 7.8 degree typing angle
- Stainless Steel external weight (hairline brushed top, diamond cut edges, and sandblasted logo)
- Brass internal weight (sandblasted)
- QMK / VIA compatible matte black h87c PCB with custom merisi x hiney graphic from Hiney (https://hineybush.com/)
- Weight: ~3300g (assembled)
- Medium TX style bag (Merisi.Works branded zipper pullers and microfiber cloth)

(https://i.imgur.com/i70ZzE7.jpg)


Color Options:
- Case: Black or Silver
- Plate: Black, Silver, or Red.
--Renders

More

Case Colors

- Black
(https://i.imgur.com/lGNvIZ5.jpg)

- Silver
(https://i.imgur.com/owbG7LE.jpg)

Available Extras:
- Carbon Fiber Plate
- Brass Plate
- Extra h87c PCB
--Renders

More

Plate Options

- Carbon Fiber
(https://i.imgur.com/fQqewCZ.jpg)

- Brass
(https://i.imgur.com/X1e6Vgz.jpg)

- Black
(https://i.imgur.com/oc9z2CG.jpg)

- Red
(https://i.imgur.com/KuOO36S.jpg)

- Silver
(https://i.imgur.com/u0gYQMq.jpg)

Price (USD):
- Ottantaquattro kit: $645
- Extra Aluminum Plate: $48
- Extra Brass Plate: $58
- Extra Carbon Fiber Plate: $58
- Extra PCB: $50 (limit 2 extra PCBs)

Shipping
A separate shipping invoice will be sent out once the units are finished. The initial invoice will NOT include any shipping fees.
USPS for US addresses and DHL for internationals.
Buyers will be responsible for all shipping, tax, and import fees.

Lead Time:
Roughly 9 months with potential pandemic related delays.
Updates will be posted regularly on Geekhack, Instagram, and Discord.

Links:
- Merisi.Works (https://merisi.works)
- Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/merisi.works/)
- Discord (https://discord.gg/fKmCxNE)

(https://i.imgur.com/RQLqbKv.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/H4jLmHY.jpg)

(https://i.imgur.com/NEy3occ.jpg)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Shipping...
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 25 January 2022, 21:29:33

Reserved for Group Buy Updates:

Feb 1 Update:

Raffle form closed.

Invoices will be trickling out these next few days. Please be mindful of your spam or promotions folders in case the invoice ends up there.
--
Feb 18 Update:

Case:
Order placed with factory

PCB:
Final invoice requested from Hiney

Bag:
Order placed with factory

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Mar 7 Update:

No updates to report

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April 11 Update:

Case:
Machining has started!
The factory was shut down for ~3 weeks due to pandemic lockdowns.
GB fulfillment estimate included some pandemic buffer so we are still on schedule for now.

PCB:
No updates

Bags:
No updates

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May 8 Update:

Case:
Machining still in progress...
Factory not running at full speed due to lockdowns but the GB schedule should still be accurate.

PCB:
No updates

Bags:
No updates

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June 5 Update:

Case:
Machining still in progress...
Awaiting to hear about throughput status from factory but I'd suspect it is back to normal again based on the recent updates from our friends in the east.

PCB:
No updates.

Bags:
No updates.


--
June 17 Update:

Case:
Machining is done.
Surface finishing/anodizing is up next.

PCB:
No updates.

Bags:
No updates.

* Timeline overall still on track.

(https://i.imgur.com/FNwwBHH.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/FayyGMO.png)

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June 30 Update:

Case:
Anodizing...

PCB:
Manufacturing.

Bags:
Manufacturing

* Timeline overall still on track.

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July 26 Update:

Case:
Anodizing...

PCB:
Done. Shipping from Hiney next week.

Bags:
Manufacturing

* Timeline overall still on track.

(https://i.imgur.com/I57OAtN.png)
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August 15th Update:

Case:
Almost done anodizing.

PCB:
Arrived.

Bags:
Arrived.

* Timeline still on track.

(https://i.imgur.com/hQhBnNW.png)
(https://i.imgur.com/ficl4v1.jpg)

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August 23rd Update:

Case:
Production is complete!
Units are currently being packaged up and prepared for shipment from the factory.

PCB:
Arrived.

Bags:
Arrived.

* Timeline still on track.

(https://i.imgur.com/modSukD.jpeg)

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September 15 Update:

A handful of units have been QC’d and shipped out to customers. They should be receiving them throughout the next few days.
The Sessantacinque shipping was also staggered like this but hopefully it will go a bit quicker this time around since the supply chains have been running more smoothly.
**I’ll update everyone as soon as I know more.**

I made a few FnF units of Ottantaquattro in custom colors and I think they came out great. These anodizing experiments make me excited about sharing future projects which feature more color variants than the black & silver options in my current Kustoms series.

* Timeline still on track.

--
September 30 Update:

Additional units have arrived state side. Things are moving!

* Timeline still on track.

--
October 12 Update:

ALL Ottantaquattro shipping invoices have now been sent.
Check your spam/promotions folder.

DM me if you haven't received the shipping invoice or if there is a last-minute address change needed.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: crucifixx on Tue, 25 January 2022, 22:16:28

Gonna be poorer cause I’m definitely gonna win.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: some1ab on Tue, 25 January 2022, 22:18:37

Clean and classic looking, excited for this!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: ninjapirate on Tue, 25 January 2022, 22:18:46

I see them blockers.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: KneeDeep on Tue, 25 January 2022, 22:34:34

After having the 65 in house for a few days, this one calls to me too. Love the classic design language

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: pixelpusher on Tue, 25 January 2022, 22:35:34

Was 100% set on getting sliver to match my Sessantacinque but that black looks outstanding.  :thumb: :thumb:

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: whirlwind on Tue, 25 January 2022, 23:08:47

Let's go!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: sexydobikngu on Tue, 25 January 2022, 23:13:01

I'll take 3

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: hineybush on Tue, 25 January 2022, 23:39:33

did someone say hiney pcb

(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/446877465344737280/935770649987776554/unknown.png)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: Handke on Wed, 26 January 2022, 04:11:07

-----> uses italian name and inspiration

<----- no ISO

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: Tyson on Wed, 26 January 2022, 09:02:53

Quote from: hineybush on Tue, 25 January 2022, 23:39:33

did someone say hiney pcb

Show Image

(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/446877465344737280/935770649987776554/unknown.png)

Any chance you'd run the DN versions of your PCBs again. Big fan of those!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: hineybush on Wed, 26 January 2022, 11:49:53

Quote from: Tyson on Wed, 26 January 2022, 09:02:53

Quote from: hineybush on Tue, 25 January 2022, 23:39:33

did someone say hiney pcb

Show Image

(https://cdn.discordapp.com/attachments/446877465344737280/935770649987776554/unknown.png)

Any chance you'd run the DN versions of your PCBs again. Big fan of those!

yes once i move to my new shop I plan to do some special editions :)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: Diggidy on Sun, 30 January 2022, 10:17:17

,

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: Ensaum on Sun, 30 January 2022, 12:18:51

Quote from: Diggidy on Sun, 30 January 2022, 10:17:17

I really like most of the design elements of this board, and the giant weights; however, I really wish this would have been designed around a PCB w/ DB.

I kinda felt that way at first too, but honestly, the ability to easily buy off the shelf pcbs and plates for this is also great if you like tinkering or making multiple builds.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: packman86 on Sun, 30 January 2022, 13:10:10

Quote from: Ensaum on Sun, 30 January 2022, 12:18:51

Quote from: Diggidy on Sun, 30 January 2022, 10:17:17

I really like most of the design elements of this board, and the giant weights; however, I really wish this would have been designed around a PCB w/ DB.

I kinda felt that way at first too, but honestly, the ability to easily buy off the shelf pcbs and plates for this is also great if you like tinkering or making multiple builds.

Quote from: Handke on Wed, 26 January 2022, 04:11:07

-----> uses italian name and inspiration

<----- no ISO

Sorry for responding to all of this in one post.

I agree that a daughterboard system allows for a more "clean" look for the rear of the board. It does, however, add more layers of complexity to the entire GB and also adds more restrictions to people who would like to tinker with different PCBs and builds like Ensaum said. The Hiney h87c PCB is a very common PCB and a lot of people already have these laying around.

With regards to the non ISO comment from Handke, I am very sorry for not offering that layout option and I completely understand why one would ask for it in this specific Group Buy.
I don't want to type up an essay with reasons and excuses for not including ISO cutouts in my plate. Just know that the h87c PCB is ISO compatible and the plate mounting style is the same as the Jane V2, Whale, Koala, etc, so it will be fairly easy to source ISO plates if need be.
It is very unfortunate that ISO users are oftentimes not taken into consideration for keysets and plate layouts but I don't wish to make an inferior product for everyone when only a small fraction of potential buyers would make use of ISO.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: bigapplepietart on Sun, 30 January 2022, 17:11:33

Board do be hot doe

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Group Buy Raffle January 31st
Post by: tonyjones on Sun, 30 January 2022, 23:41:24

I'm going to have to take out a 2nd mortgage

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: packman86 on Sun, 30 January 2022, 23:58:18

Merisi Ottantaquattro Group Buy raffle form is now live!

Please follow the link below if you wish to enter.

https://forms.gle/3C4P4dYQJoMLLRgZ6

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 01:08:24

Packman where’s this shipping from? Say the lucky winner was….museum district Houston?

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 05:32:55

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 01:08:24

Packman where’s this shipping from? Say the lucky winner was….museum district Houston?

Local pickup can be arranged :)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: Ensaum on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:29:29

Quote from: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 05:32:55

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 01:08:24

Packman where’s this shipping from? Say the lucky winner was….museum district Houston?

Local pickup can be arranged :)

I was gonna ask about this too. I live in Dallas and have a friend in Austin. I would totally be down to road trip down to the Houston/Austin area for the weekend and pick it up if I manage to snag one.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:54:15

Quote from: Ensaum on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:29:29

Quote from: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 05:32:55

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 01:08:24

Packman where’s this shipping from? Say the lucky winner was….museum district Houston?

Local pickup can be arranged :)

I was gonna ask about this too. I live in Dallas and have a friend in Austin. I would totally be down to road trip down to the Houston/Austin area for the weekend and pick it up if I manage to snag one.

Of course! We can make a little mini-meetup out of it :)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: Ensaum on Mon, 31 January 2022, 11:14:12

Quote from: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:54:15

Of course! We can make a little mini-meetup out of it :)

Yesss! I haven't been to a meetup since like.. 2018/2019 I think?

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (11 hours)
Post by: packman86 on Mon, 31 January 2022, 22:20:47

Raffle Form closes in about 2 hours

(https://i.imgur.com/CehXukO.jpg)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 23:52:12

Quote from: Ensaum on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:29:29

I was gonna ask about this too. I live in Dallas and have a friend in Austin. I would totally be down to road trip down to the Houston/Austin area for the weekend and pick it up if I manage to snag one.

Im ugly so the masks will be appreciated anyways and we can all get covid tau together or whatever's popular then.

good luck everyone!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Invoices trickling out for the next few days.
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:34:34

Big chunk of invoices went out tonight.

Please check your spam and promotions folders.

Thanks, all!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Invoices trickling out for the next few days.
Post by: JubJubCity on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:44:12

Quote from: packman86 on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:34:34

Big chunk of invoices went out tonight.

Please check your spam and promotions folders.

Thanks, all!

Is there a google doc sheet showing the winners?

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Invoices trickling out for the next few days.
Post by: flying1911 on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:47:23

 grats to all the winners  :thumb:

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Invoices trickling out for the next few days.
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 01 February 2022, 23:27:27

Quote from: JubJubCity on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:44:12

Quote from: packman86 on Tue, 01 February 2022, 21:34:34

Big chunk of invoices went out tonight.

Please check your spam and promotions folders.

Thanks, all!

Is there a google doc sheet showing the winners?

Winners and entry amount will not be made public.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Raffle Form is LIVE (24 hours)
Post by: Ensaum on Wed, 02 February 2022, 15:34:00

Quote from: IOVERCALLHISTIOCYTES on Mon, 31 January 2022, 23:52:12

Quote from: Ensaum on Mon, 31 January 2022, 10:29:29

I was gonna ask about this too. I live in Dallas and have a friend in Austin. I would totally be down to road trip down to the Houston/Austin area for the weekend and pick it up if I manage to snag one.

Im ugly so the masks will be appreciated anyways and we can all get covid tau together or whatever's popular then.

good luck everyone!

Did you manage to snag one?

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Production Complete! Packaging...
Post by: MSA_Vision on Tue, 23 August 2022, 14:36:45

Really hyped! Let’s go! :cool:

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Production Complete! Packaging...
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 23 August 2022, 14:38:02

(Sorry for the bump)

August 23rd Update:

Case:
Production is complete!
Units are currently being packaged up and prepared for shipment from the factory.

PCB:
Arrived.

Bags:
Arrived.

* Timeline still on track.

(https://i.imgur.com/modSukD.jpeg)

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Shipping invoices soon
Post by: packman86 on Thu, 06 October 2022, 10:19:58

Please reply to your order confirmation email if you need to update the shipping address.

Ottantaquattro shipping invoices will be going out soon.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Shipping invoices soon
Post by: treeleaf64 on Fri, 07 October 2022, 23:08:18

Loved both the typing test with the DCS deadbeat and also the GMK red alert!
Great job Mr Merisi Ottantaquattro The 84
I like it!

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | All shipping invoices are sent
Post by: packman86 on Tue, 11 October 2022, 17:47:50

ALL Ottantaquattro shipping invoices have now been sent.
Check your spam/promotions folder.

DM me if you haven't received the shipping invoice or if there is a last-minute address change needed.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Extras
Post by: packman86 on Sun, 30 October 2022, 19:31:50

Merisi Ottantaquattro Extras:

A raffle for the extra Ottantaquattro units will be posted on Wednesday, November 2nd.
The form will include some of the same parts as the original GB and will be open for ~24 hours.
Raffle rules and details will be shared once the Google Form is live.

Title: Re: [GB] Merisi Ottantaquattro (TKL) | Extras Raffle Live
Post by: packman86 on Wed, 02 November 2022, 09:08:24

Ottantaquattro Extras raffle live for ~24 hours

https://forms.gle/8vimpCq1GQQjpsWF7


(https://i.imgur.com/GBUrIrx.jpg)