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Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Fri, 03 June 2011, 06:09:09
THIS GROUP BUY IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED :closed_2: "08/02/2011" and I AM NOT TAKING :nono: ANY MORE ORDERS. ALL THE SETS ARE GONE

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:pray2:THANKS A LOT TO ALL THE BUYERS FOR THERE SUPPORT AND THERE TRUST :rapture:


These keycapas sets are 100% Topre special edition!! :first:

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[strike]ONLY If you are100% SURE about ordering, you can send me a PM

Please provide the following information whenever you are ready to order:

1) Number of Sets:
2) Type (Lettering or blank) and Colors:
3) Location (Country):
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Prices:
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TOTAL PRICE =( ITEM PRICE x # of items ) + SHIPPING

PRICE PER SET
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$ 116 USD

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Keycap puller IS NOT included
You have to add $4.50 USD to your order

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(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-f7cf-ec4b.jpg)



SHIPPING COST
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AUSTRALIA
A. 1 SET =  23 USD
B. 2 SETS = 37 USD
 
SPAIN
A. 1 SET = 26 USD
B. 3 SETS = 48 USD

USA
A. 1 SET = 31 USD
B. 2 SETS = 49 USD
C. 3 SETS = 56 USD
D. 6 SETS = 70 USD

SINGAPORE
A. 1 SET = 17 USD

HUNGARY
A. 1 SET = 26 USD

MALAYSIA
A. 1 SET = 17 USD
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* GROUP 1 :closed_2:
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1) cactux             : 1 set Yellow Blank: Australia -> HHKB Pro 2
2) Laggy-gaga       : 1 set Blue lettered, 1 set of Red lettered:Australia(Perth WA) -> Realforce
3) guilleguillaume  : 1 set Red Lettered, 1 set of Blue Blank, 1 set of White Blank: Spain(Barcelona) -> Realforce
4) 002 : 1 set Yellow Lettered:Australia -> Realforce
5) mmmty        : 1 set Orange Lettered:USA (Tampa, FL) -> Realforce
6) reaper~       : 1 set Yellow Lettered:USA(Los Angeles, CA) -> Realforce
7) jayfinger      : 1 set Yellow Lettered:USA(Seattle, WA) -> Realforce
8) Chobopants  : 1 set Blue    Lettered:USA(Cambridge,MA) -> Realforce
9) gimpster     : 1 set Red    Lettered  + 1 keycap puller:USA(Seattle, WA) -> Realforce
10) litster         : 1 set Yellow Lettered:USA(Redmond, WA) -> Realforce
11) muck         : 1 set Red Lettered, 1set Orange Lettered:Australia -> Realforce
12) keyboardlover : 1 set White Lettered:USA -> Realforce
13) RiGS : 1 set Blue Lettered:Hungaria -> Realforce

TOTAL = 17 SETS



* GROUP 2:closed_2:
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1) GoodKnight: 1 set Orange Lettered,1 set Red Lettered, 1 set White Lettered:USA -> Realforce
2) jinhan108: 1 set Orange Lettered:Malaysia -> Realforce
3) HungryPillow: 1 set White Lettered, 1 set Blue Blank:Singapore -> Realforce
4) wanabe: 1 set White Lettered:USA -> Realforce
5) nizmic: 1 set White Lettered, 1 set Orange Lettered:USA -> Realforce
6) ambroise: 1 set Red Lettered, 2 keycap puller:USA -> Realforce


TOTAL = 10 SETS
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Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: guilleguillaume on Fri, 03 June 2011, 09:09:57
If this is going to happen I would be in for the new Japanese set of Keycaps, at least 3 sets ( Blue, White and Red).
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: HaveANiceDay on Fri, 03 June 2011, 10:12:40
AFAIK there are no retail Topre caps in different colors for the non-JIS layout.
Of course Topre can make them, but the prices are a joke. I guess high quality dye sublimation IS expensive.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: rodya on Fri, 03 June 2011, 15:28:04
I don't suppose I'll see the mythical Red Control key in my lifetime.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: reaper on Fri, 03 June 2011, 17:21:25
Quote from: rodya;355301
I don't suppose I'll see the mythical Red Control key in my lifetime.

 
What?  These?  Let me send you one. =D

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/HHKB/th_hhk01.jpg) (http://[URL=http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/HHKB/hhk01.jpg)](http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/HHKB/th_hhk01.jpg) (http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/HHKB/hhk01.jpg)[/URL]



j/k I'm looking for one myself. =(
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: Pylon on Fri, 03 June 2011, 20:13:38
Can't you just Rit Dye them?
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Fri, 03 June 2011, 23:12:48
Quote from: Pylon;355373
Can't you just Rit Dye them?

Yes, but they wont look the same 
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: krull on Sat, 04 June 2011, 01:28:53
I'd be in for 2 sets.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 04 June 2011, 05:14:13
Quote from: Pylon;355373
Can't you just Rit Dye them?

I'm not going to destroy my Yellow Keycaps for making white, blue or red ones. That for sure.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sat, 04 June 2011, 10:15:13
I am looking for 3 sets:red blue green
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: slueth on Mon, 06 June 2011, 13:00:45
Include me in when this gets legit :X
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Mon, 06 June 2011, 23:08:52
Quote from: ripster;356293
I'm still waiting for ClickClack keys.  Or the Geekhack keyboard.

Why do people start threads like these that don't know how to organize a group buy?  

Oh wait, I did that with the Clear Signature Plastic keys.

Nevermind.

Keep Calm and Carry On.

Great! We just have a volunter willing to help us organize and buy some Nice keycaps. My only intention here is to find out how many guys are willing to buy and right after someone with more group buying experience can take over.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: mmmty on Mon, 06 June 2011, 23:31:19
Count me in!!
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 06 June 2011, 23:32:40
Quote from: mmmty;356593
Count me in!!
Another good soldier ;-)
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: HaveANiceDay on Tue, 07 June 2011, 10:20:11
I still don't get it. There is no signature plastics equivalent for Topre keycaps. You have to order from Topre directly, and they won't do 20 keycaps for a few dollars.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: Mazora on Tue, 07 June 2011, 10:26:46
omg. IM IN !
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Wed, 08 June 2011, 01:04:41
Quote from: ripster;356768
I'm a bad soldier too.

A better use of time would be to start posting at the Japanese keyboard forums in an effort to find the supplier of Topre keycaps.

But then, 90% of the Group Buy posts in this subforum end up this way so who am I to talk.

Thanks for your feedback. Do you have any other idea ? I would like to make it happend ;-) . Newbie question, is there any company out there beside topre capable to do this kind of job (low volume)?
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Post by: noodles256 on Wed, 08 June 2011, 01:14:49
there is a guy in the alley near the coffee shop i go to that might be able to help
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: sinis on Wed, 08 June 2011, 01:22:52
everytime i read coffeeshop i have to think of netherlands. in the usa they really sell coffe there I assume. wikiped tells it at least.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: woody on Wed, 08 June 2011, 03:17:56
Quote from: sinis;357185
in the usa they (coffeeshops) really sell coffee there I assume.
Very common misconception.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: rodya on Wed, 08 June 2011, 03:53:36
Quote from: cactux;357178
Newbie question, is there any company out there beside topre capable to do this kind of job (low volume)?

Quote from: haveaniceday;356765
i still don't get it. There is no signature plastics equivalent for topre keycaps. You have to order from topre directly, and they won't do 20 keycaps for a few dollars.

Looks like no.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Wed, 08 June 2011, 19:26:58
Any help is more than welcome ;-)
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: noodles256 on Wed, 08 June 2011, 20:12:20
when I think of coffee shop, I think hipster
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Wed, 08 June 2011, 20:47:54
Quote from: ripster;357609
When you think of coffee think Ripster.
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Anyhoo Signature Plastics gave some lame excuse for why they couldn't do Topre.  Something about $50,000 metal molds IIRC.

I do know nothing about the plastic mold required, but for such amount of money I will buy my sit in the chair board
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: noodles256 on Wed, 08 June 2011, 21:49:27
amazazingggg
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Post by: Moratorius on Thu, 09 June 2011, 16:23:56
I'd also be willing to willing to join in... I'd want a set of green caps though.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: HaveANiceDay on Fri, 10 June 2011, 20:02:31
You've been naughty, all of you! As punishment, NO ONE IS GETTING ANY CUSTOM TOPRE CAPS!

Maybe this one will work.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Fri, 10 June 2011, 21:25:41
Quote from: ripster;358816
Frankly I wasn't planning on it.

At least this way.

Do you know if click clack will come back some time soon?
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: hate on Fri, 10 June 2011, 21:34:21
sign me up for some topre love
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: HaveANiceDay on Fri, 10 June 2011, 22:50:12
Quote from: ripster;358816
Frankly I wasn't planning on it.

At least this way.
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(http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5030/5644807512_596ffcf183_z.jpg)

You are a cruel man, raising their false hopes like that.
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 11 June 2011, 12:40:57
Maybe awry can get the Japanese sets:

Quote from: awry;358158
I've a couple of the ilovex model. Will put up a review soon. Only got a chance to use it recently. haven't had the time and i've been testing other boards.  it's really quite an awesome keyboard. And looks a LOT better in person (in keyboard, whichever). The caps themselves are sub-dyed (Rigs, do not even bother to argue about this with me. So damn sick of your mannerisms, it's not even funny.) but they feel very very different. I do not know how to explain it. It's like they have a rubber coating on it. They feel really good. i'm not sure if this is how RF caps are gonna be from now on til i get my cap sets from Japan. But if this is how the new sets of caps are gonna feel. They are worth every penny. The board itself is variable. No DIP switches and the lights are blue. It is also screw-less from what I can tell. Anyway, here's a pic. More details later on. Cheers.

Ter

http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?15944-What-keyboard-would-you-pick-up-if-you-traveled-to-Japan&p=358158&viewfull=1#post358158
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: binarypie on Sat, 11 June 2011, 17:20:01
Having just ordered my HHKB PRO 2 I'd like a set of blanks.

A rainbow of colors would be awesome.

Although if I can't get some magic grab-bag of key colors I have preferences as follows

green
orange
blue
red
yellow
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: Chobopants on Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:49:30
If I can get some sexy black on whites (yeah I should have ordered a white RF...f me) for a RF103 I'm totally in.

Though I'd be down for a rainbow too maybe, gotta say I dig the look when it's done right.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: siz2rp on Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:55:55
I would be in to buy keys of just about any color though I'd prefer red or a rainbow assortment (though not interested in JIS formatted keys, for obvious reasons).
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Mon, 13 June 2011, 11:58:19
You guys should talk to her, it's your best chance!
(http://i.imgur.com/XU81x.jpg)
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: rodya on Mon, 13 June 2011, 14:13:31
Quote from: HaveANiceDay;359991
You guys should talk to her, it's your best chance!


lol, not you or even Ripster is enough to deter them.  Good on them for being hopeful and optimistic.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: gimpster on Mon, 13 June 2011, 16:50:13
So, if Topre is the only company that can do this, has anybody asked them how much it would cost to do a run of, say, up to 1000 key caps? I would be down for a set or two if this can be organized.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: cactux on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:05:01
That is the whole point of this post. We need to knowhow many people are willing to place an order, before talking to Topre or anyone else. Maybe I will create a poll. What do you think guys?
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Post by: noodles256 on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:47
+!
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:54
I thought it was all about ordering the current existing Japanese Sets that were actually released.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: rodya on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:07:59
If you quote it, they will come.
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Post by: gimpster on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:37:26
2 things:

A) One of the other posts gave the impression that somebody had already asked Topre what the price would be
B) You don't need confirmed orders before you ask them some key questions like:


You see where I'm going with this? :) Open the lines of communication now and find someone to work with at the company...that will probably take some time. You may even just ask them if they manufacture their own keys or if they contract it out. If they contract it out, you can always ask if they would be able to provide you with the contact information of that company.

And while all of that's happening, you can work on putting together the buyers, then use the details of the answers you get to build interest for the group buy.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: guilleguillaume on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:48:25
I think I didn't understand the purpose of this possible Group Buy. I thought that the idea was to import the existing key sets as Ripster is telling.

Easier, Cheaper, 5 color choices, ISO compatible except the final Row, ANSI compatible except the Final row and Enter, Hiragama lettering( Is called like this?)...

BTW what gimpster says is interesting since Click Clack is not doing more Topre keycaps right now.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: noodles256 on Mon, 13 June 2011, 18:49:53
Yea, lets just mass order the keycaps available!
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: gimpster on Mon, 13 June 2011, 19:02:56
No offense to anyone, but I don't want Japanese characters on my ANSI keyboard. :) I speak/type English only (with the occasional "French" expletive thrown in). I think some of the colors for those sets look nice (the orange is pretty sweet) but I probably wouldn't partake in the group buy if it's for the JIL key caps. How do they manage with such a small space bar?
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: 002 on Tue, 14 June 2011, 07:54:40
Quote from: ripster;360299
The spacebar in JIS is used for Kanji selection.

Which is not to say that they don't use the spacebar a lot, of course :)
I am interested in this group buy - I might be able to assist with questions we have of Topre too, so let me know what needs to be asked.
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: 7bit on Tue, 14 June 2011, 09:31:31
Quote from: gimpster;360297
No offense to anyone, but I don't want Japanese characters on my ANSI keyboard. :) I speak/type English only (with the occasional "French" expletive thrown in). I think some of the colors for those sets look nice (the orange is pretty sweet) but I probably wouldn't partake in the group buy if it's for the JIL key caps. How do they manage with such a small space bar?

 
Then stop buying outlandish crap from Japan (or where they produce the Topre)!

Buy American -- buy Unicomp!

- US/ANSI layout
- custom key caps available
- sufficient quality (built/charm like a tank)
- 2 key rollover
- 7 units space bar
- Made in Kentucky, USA

ps:SCNR
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: gimpster on Tue, 14 June 2011, 09:44:16
There's nothing more American than demanding that another country cater to my unreasonable demands. Just like the King says: "Have it your way." :)
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: binarypie on Tue, 14 June 2011, 10:19:55
I have a feeling I'll just be doing dying multiple sets of keys.

It is too bad the set of blanks + dye + time is going to cost about 100 dollars which makes reselling kind of difficult.
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Post by: Mazora on Tue, 14 June 2011, 10:37:08
I want those just tell me where to throw my money
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:30:29
I was never against people throwing money at me. Just for the record.
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Post by: binarypie on Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:45:13
Quote from: Mazora;360577
I want those just tell me where to throw my money

 
Next time I'm back in Vermont I'll drive up and you can throw money at me.
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Post by: Mazora on Tue, 14 June 2011, 11:58:38
I'll be waiting for you guys:
(http://thefuntimesguide.com/images/blogs/silver_coins.jpg)
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Post by: binarypie on Tue, 14 June 2011, 12:02:19
Quote from: Mazora;360615
I'll be waiting for you guys:
Show Image
(http://thefuntimesguide.com/images/blogs/silver_coins.jpg)

If I'm getting metal money thrown at me there better be $1 and $2 dollar coins.
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Post by: siz2rp on Tue, 14 June 2011, 12:41:46
I contacted Topre via Alibaba - doubt I'll get any traction but lets see what they come back with.
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Post by: gimpster on Tue, 14 June 2011, 18:24:36
Quote from: ripster;360647
That's a lot of nickels.  You should post that pic at Deskthority.net.

Must have just come from a shift at the strip club... :)
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Post by: ironman31 on Tue, 14 June 2011, 19:52:29
Depending on the prices, I'm interested.
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Post by: gimpster on Tue, 14 June 2011, 22:07:09
Quote from: ripster;360817
You must go to cheap clubs.

It's hard to give the stripper a nickel by biting with your teeth.  They really like the Benjamins.  Not the Thomas Jeffersons.

Of course I do, I have to save all my money for more keyboard pr0n.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 06:36:23
Quote from: rodya;355301
I don't suppose I'll see the mythical Red Control key in my lifetime.

Well I guess your dream came true red ctrl keycap (http://www.pfu.fujitsu.com/direct/type-s_campaign2011/)
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Post by: litster on Thu, 16 June 2011, 09:11:52
Looks like it is a special 100 unit run and it is on pre-order now.   Group buy?
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 16 June 2011, 09:19:58
Nice, except they're not really selling it.  It's just promotional with purchase of the Type-S.  And it's fecking expensive.
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Post by: noodles256 on Thu, 16 June 2011, 09:35:39
when will these be shipping?
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Thu, 16 June 2011, 12:25:53
Quote from: noodles256;361701
when will these be shipping?

As soon as you order some!

I cringe every time I see this thread title.
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 16 June 2011, 14:26:54
Quote from: HaveANiceDay;361799
I cringe every time I see this thread title.


You bad boy,  you like to punish yourself don't you?  Let me start a doubleshot Topre keycap group buy and we'll have some real fun ;)
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Thu, 16 June 2011, 14:30:56
It's more because of this:
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Lets order some Toper cool keycaps

Yeah let's do that!
Might be easier than getting those for the Topre.
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Post by: Mazora on Thu, 16 June 2011, 14:37:48
I'm in
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Post by: noodles256 on Thu, 16 June 2011, 15:54:28
wtf is a toper?

like gopher?
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 16 June 2011, 16:34:38
Quote from: HaveANiceDay;361901
It's more because of this:

Oh, lol.  Thought it was the thread overall.  Guess I shoulda read more carefully.
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Thu, 16 June 2011, 17:53:50
If this is all about posting stupid things I may look into another way of getting keycaps trough anybody willing to send me the Japanese sets.

I'm starting to be pissed off of all this **** posts here on Geekhack trying to emulate Ripster. STOP doing this spamnonsense posts everyhere you enter because you're not funny and you're not useful (Ripster is usually both things, funny and useful) so if you're not interested go away before ruining threads.

A bit of fun in the forums is sane but you don't have any control(I expect to see "I lost control" Ripster meme here)
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:11:25
This thread is unambitious, I'm not ruining anything of worth in here.
It's like spray painting an ugly wall.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:15:16
Quote from: HaveANiceDay;362014
This thread is unambitious, I'm not ruining anything of worth in here.
It's like spray painting an ugly wall.

If you dont like this topic go away other whise you will be reported
Title: [CLOSED] Lets order some Topre cool keycaps [CLOSED]
Post by: noodles256 on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:17:11
Quote from: guilleguillaume;362010
If this is all about posting stupid things I may look into another way of getting keycaps trough anybody willing to send me the Japanese sets.

I'm starting to be pissed off of all this **** posts here on Geekhack trying to emulate Ripster. STOP doing this spamnonsense posts everyhere you enter because you're not funny and you're not useful (Ripster is usually both things, funny and useful) so if you're not interested go away before ruining threads.

A bit of fun in the forums is sane but you don't have any control(I expect to see "I lost control" Ripster meme here)

did you ever see my posts regarding you changing your name to Guile?

Sonic BOOM
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:18:55
@guilleguillaume
Sorry if I offended you or anyone else here, it was not intentional.  HaveANiceDay and Ripster have both stated more than once that the correct thing to do is to find a Topre keycap manufacturer, and Ripster even suggested posting to Japanese forums, but it seems no one is willing to do the work of tracking someone down.  For what it's worth, I'm interested in custom Topre keycaps as well, it's just from reading this thread, it doesn't look like it will happen.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:19:23
If you are not willing to participate in a positive way nor help. YOU R NOT WELCOME HERE and if you continue you will be reported.
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Post by: noodles256 on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:22:45
Quote from: cactux;362019
If you are not willing to participate in a positive way nor help. YOU R NOT WELCOME HERE and if you continue you will be reported.

I already stated my interest. What is the update on these caps, did you contact topre?
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Thu, 16 June 2011, 18:52:32
Quote from: rodya;362018
@guilleguillaume
Sorry if I offended you or anyone else here, it was not intentional.  HaveANiceDay and Ripster have both stated more than once that the correct thing to do is to find a Topre keycap manufacturer, and Ripster even suggested posting to Japanese forums, but it seems no one is willing to do the work of tracking someone down.  For what it's worth, I'm interested in custom Topre keycaps as well, it's just from reading this thread, it doesn't look like it will happen.

You didn't offend me. It's just that there are some spamers here that are starting to be annoying and I got tired an just BOOM.

I contacted Leopold.co.jp asking about the chance of getting Japanese Keycaps. I will see if I get an interesting answer.

Sixty once in Deskthority said that Topre do Offer Custom Keycaps orders but they ask for a high MOQ and high prices.

Here is an example that I found lurking in Asian Keyboard Forums ( Don't remember where):

(http://i.imgur.com/Q1EJi.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/gdiu1.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/ZJT1f.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/5KT6a.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/CjCtn.jpg)

If there is enough people willing to pay for custom keycaps I'm totally in but we have to ask them first about prices and MOQ.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 19:50:50
Quote from: guilleguillaume;362037
You didn't offend me. It's just that there are some spamers here that are starting to be annoying and I got tired an just BOOM.

I contacted Leopold.co.jp asking about the chance of getting Japanese Keycaps. I will see if I get an interesting answer.

Sixty once in Deskthority said that Topre do Offer Custom Keycaps orders but they ask for a high MOQ and high prices.

Quote
Here is an example that I found lurking in Asian Keyboard Forums ( Don't remember where):

If there is enough people willing to pay for custom keycaps I'm totally in but we have to ask them first about prices and MOQ.

This is the web page were you found such  pictures (http://www.kbdmania.net/xe/review/752824)
BRABO BRABO BRABO Someone with INITIATIVE and willing to give solutions instead of just saying is not possible is not possible. Also I contacted Topre and this is part of the email that I got form my Topre contact:


Quote


Hi XXX

We appreciate for using our REALFORCE keyboards !

Thank you for your inquiry, Unfortunatly, our company account system does not accept payment from use directly. Please contact to our UK distributor keyboards Company to send request to us ! Or Do you know any company selling high end keyboards in XX ?  If you could introduce the company name I will contact to them and ask to provide the products you ask.


if there is further information you required, please contact my company email address directly XXX

Best Regards

XXX    

They are willing to offer  there special colorful sets to the different distributors I already contacted some distributors yesterday and I will contact them again next week to know more about it.
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 16 June 2011, 20:43:16
@guilleguillaume
Nice keyboard; interesting that the keys are so specific.  I wonder what it's used for.  Let us know what Leopold says.

@cactux
All right, cool.  Keep us updated.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 22:56:10
Looks like these guys can help us to make our dream come true sfkey (http://cafe.naver.com/sfkey) , they have very interesting real projects. If any of you guys speaks Korean that will help
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Post by: noodles256 on Thu, 16 June 2011, 23:02:37
what do you need translated
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 16 June 2011, 23:08:44
Quote from: noodles256;362158
what do you need translated

I know that they know who made those special colorful HHKB keycaps and I need to know who is this guy (I do not speak nor read Korean). Google Chrome is not able to translate the web page because the text is embedded in the images and is not raw text
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Fri, 17 June 2011, 18:35:10
I'm sorry for not saving the page where I took the photos from the HHKB2. I think it was kbdmania or OTD but can't remember, was weeks ago, maybe I can look into my cookies but I search for too many things in a single day. Maybe If I found the page we can see who is this guy.

EDIT: I saw that I saved them on my computer the 7 of May so I "only "have to look into 14k searches made on May LOL


And.... I found that it was on OTD for sure. BINGO! :D

http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=453&page=3

http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=330&page=3

(http://i.imgur.com/9xsWp.jpg)

Isn't he the one who makes those Titan keycaps?



I didn't receive any info from Leopold.co.jp yet. I supose that the weekend may cause a delay in the response.
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 17 June 2011, 19:23:48
Quote from: guilleguillaume;362623
I'm sorry for not saving the page where I took the photos from the HHKB2. I think it was kbdmania or OTD but can't remember, was weeks ago, maybe I can look into my cookies but I search for too many things in a single day. Maybe If I found the page we can see who is this guy.

EDIT: I saw that I saved them on my computer the 7 of May so I "only "have to look into 14k searches made on May LOL


And.... I found that it was on OTD for sure. BINGO! :D

http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=453&page=3

http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=330&page=3

Show Image
(http://i.imgur.com/9xsWp.jpg)


Isn't he the one who makes those Titan keycaps?



I didn't receive any info from Leopold.co.jp yet. I supose that the weekend may cause a delay in the response.

No worries man  .  Yes is kbdmania Looks like the guy who post this picture is called "scarface" . I still waiting for access to kbdmania in that way I can ask them
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 17 June 2011, 20:36:51
Quote from: ripster;362640
ScarFace.
Show Image
(http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1411/4729750213_96292f25cb_z.jpg)

If you have some useful info. feel free to post it. The goal of this post is to find options and solutions . Not posting usless info. That applies to each person posting here
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 17 June 2011, 23:37:23
Quote from: ripster;362669
Jeeeeeezzzzzzzzzzzz...............I just think when you refer to someone you should spell their name right.



Plus his metal keys are da bombe.

Thx for the spelling check!. Using my iphone while I am playing with my kids does not help that much
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Post by: litster on Sat, 18 June 2011, 00:07:03
Quote from: cactux;362015
If you dont like this topic go away other whise you will be reported

Quote from: cactux;362019
If you are not willing to participate in a positive way nor help. YOU R NOT WELCOME HERE and if you continue you will be reported.

Quote from: cactux;362667
If you have some useful info. feel free to post it. The goal of this post is to find options and solutions . Not posting usless info. That applies to each person posting here

Gee Cactux, I don't know if I have been reading your post with the wrong tone.  But you sound like you are pissed off.  Take it easy.  It sounds like you are visiting some new friends' home and you tell them to behave while you are here.

BTW, I am in.  Thanks for driving this.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 18 June 2011, 02:48:30
Quote from: litster;362740
Gee Cactux, I don't know if I have been reading your post with the wrong tone.  But you sound like you are pissed off.  Take it easy.  It sounds like you are visiting some new friends' home and you tell them to behave while you are here.

BTW, I am in.  Thanks for driving this.

I am not pissed off. I am seting the rules in my thread.

My goal is to find and order cool toper keycaps. I do not like to read usless info. in my thread like: I don't like topre keycaps, this is bs, Etc. People posting this kind of usless info are not welcome here.

Several people around here have alot of experience, good ideas, and contacts. I invite these people to share that info here.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 18 June 2011, 17:58:08
Quote from: ripster;362864
The OP should be able to run the thread any way he/she wants.

I'm with cactux.

Thx for your support.
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Post by: wanabe on Sat, 18 June 2011, 18:06:10
and the community should be able to post in this thread any way we want

I don't like topre keycaps, this is bs!
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Post by: jnsjr on Sat, 18 June 2011, 18:44:39
I'm in. I'll buy modifier keys for my HHKB2 for sure.
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Post by: chel- on Sat, 18 June 2011, 23:16:38
If the price is reasonable I may be interested in some modifier keys for the HHKB pro 2 as well. Also depends on what kind of colors would be available.
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 19 June 2011, 05:33:00
I have some other pictures of other custom keycaps made by Scarface. I have been trying to contact him, but since most of the Korean forums requires korean mobile number or korean id  in order to register. I have not been able to get in touch with Scarface so far.


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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sun, 19 June 2011, 06:59:09
Yep those are the ones I posted: http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=330&page=3

Maybe Imsto can put us in contact, I think he order from him some Titan Keycaps.
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 19 June 2011, 07:30:23
Quote from: guilleguillaume;363271
Yep those are the ones I posted: http://www.otd.kr/bbs/board.php?bo_table=f8&wr_id=330&page=3

Maybe Imsto can put us in contact, I think he order from him some Titan Keycaps.

I sent an email to Imsto. Let's see :-)
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Mon, 20 June 2011, 07:52:03
I got the response from Bambi:

Quote
Hello.

This is bambi from Leopold Japan.

Thank you for mail.

I am sorry we have no plan to sell the Japanese keycap sets by Topre.

 

Coming soon on our website have not updated for now.

Our main item is FC200R 87keyboard, FC500R 104 keyboard, realforce87, realforce104.

We will send goods to you directly if you are interested.

Thank you and best regards,

bambi

Unfortunately they're not going to sell Japenese Sets Topre Keycaps for now.
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 20 June 2011, 08:27:38
Quote from: guilleguillaume;363927
I got the response from Bambi:



Unfortunately they're not going to sell Japenese Sets Topre Keycaps for now.

Do not worry man one door was closed, but there are others ;-)
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Mon, 20 June 2011, 09:44:58
Those look like a special order for workstation keyboards, used only for one program. Possibly professional video editing.
If I had to bet, I'd say Topre made it themselves and they were REALLY expensive.
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Post by: GoodKnight on Mon, 20 June 2011, 12:55:45
:) I'm definitely in
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Post by: nocturn4l3030 on Tue, 21 June 2011, 23:13:55
only read the first page but some pictures on the OP would be nice..
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Post by: MadSage on Fri, 24 June 2011, 21:13:25
Would the keycaps for a HHKB and a Realforce be any different?

I would totally be in for some cool modifiers, numbers, ESC, etc. as long as the prices aren't too outrageous.
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Post by: 002 on Fri, 24 June 2011, 21:24:48
Quote from: Osman Dandia;367474
..as long as the prices aren't too outrageous.

Haha good one! Oh...you were serious?
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Post by: MadSage on Fri, 24 June 2011, 21:28:25
Sigh.

Sorry, new Topre owner here. Like, really new. As in, haven't even gotten my keyboard yet.

Guess I should start getting used to that.
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Post by: 002 on Fri, 24 June 2011, 21:36:54
Yeah you'll pick it up eventually :)
Do you think the owner of a Bentley asks how much replacement wheels are? Topre users should have the same level of snobbery.
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Post by: awry on Mon, 04 July 2011, 17:29:29
Count me in if it's those in the pics.
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Post by: cactux on Wed, 06 July 2011, 04:43:51
After looking all over the web and talking to several people out there. I found 2 solution 1 short term and 1 long term options.

At this time I will talk about the short term option.

Leopold has some blank and lettered keycaps (yellow, blue, orange, etc) They fit the Realforce US. This will make the realforce owners very happy, but the HHKB owners partially happy since some keys will not fit. Price is around $100 USD +Shipping.

Just for reference it cost 29 USD shipping to Australia no more than 1.5kg using EMS

http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/list.php&ca_id=20i0

I contacted leopold.co.jp as well in order to get some initial numbers. The advantage of using leopold.co.jp is, they accept PayPal and they ship to the rest of the world.

Please the following people let me know:
1) Color(s)
2) Set type (Blank or Lettered)
3) Number of sets
4) Where these sets are going to be shipped ?

[strike]1) Cactux[/strike]
2) guilleguillaume
3) reaper~
4) krull
5) LaMoratorius
6) Laggy-gaga  
7) mmmty
8) Mazora
9) Moratorius
10) hate
11) binarypie
12) jnsjr
13) chel-
14) litster
15) slueth
16) GoodKnight
17) awry
18) 002


I need this info. inorder to negotiate the shipping and group prices
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Wed, 06 July 2011, 10:55:59
Very good news cactux, those blank colourful keycaps are awesome and the fact that they will fit the Realforce 87U with the led holes is fantastic!

I'm in for sure. I just have to decide which ones I prefer since I would like to have them all!!

I will give you the final choice ASAP, have to check how much money I can spend on those keycaps.

leopold.co.jp can supply these keycaps? If yes, then is easier for us since we can order from them directly as individuals and save shippings and taxes.
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 06 July 2011, 11:02:40
Thanks cactux for organizing this.  Here are my choices:

1) Yellow
2) Lettered
3) 1 set
4) USA (Los Angeles, CA)
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Post by: Chobopants on Wed, 06 July 2011, 11:28:13
How do I look at the different colors?

Edit - Sent you a PM cactux. Would prefer white lettered, actually not sure what my second choice would be since I don't know how to view the different colors but let's say blue for now I guess?
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Wed, 06 July 2011, 12:05:55
Quote from: Chobopants;374616
How do I look at the different colors?

Edit - Sent you a PM cactux. Would prefer white lettered, actually not sure what my second choice would be since I don't know how to view the different colors but let's say blue for now I guess?

The blue ones are on the link that he posted, to see yellow ones we can look for the Realforce 91UBY that some of us already have, for the red ones we can look for the Red Esc or the keycaps that RiGS sold last week, for the orange ones we can look for the iLovex keyboard that awry has.

Here you go with some examples:

(http://i.imgur.com/FJveU.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/xggmr.png)

(http://i.imgur.com/M9jVK.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/NZ5hN.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/LCcB4.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/mHgmA.jpg)

(http://i.imgur.com/mFxnf.jpg)

(http://akiba-pc.watch.impress.co.jp/hotline/20110409/image/sfrf1.jpg)

(http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=19471&d=1308792423)

Those are not the keycaps that we will be ordering but the colours should not be different I guess.

I love that Realforce 87U on the first pic.
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Post by: Chobopants on Wed, 06 July 2011, 14:45:42
Awesome thanks man. In those other pictures the Blue actually looks way better. 100% want blue now! Heck yeah.
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Post by: jaynoon on Wed, 06 July 2011, 15:40:56
I'm not on the interest list but i would love a set of light blue for my hhkb.

1. Blue
2. Lettered
3. 1 set
4. USA (Seattle, WA)
Title: Pictures and Replay from leopold.jp
Post by: cactux on Wed, 06 July 2011, 20:05:38
This is the replay that I got from leopold.jp

Quote
Hello.
This is bambi from Leopold Japan.
Thank you for mail.

We, Leopold Japan don't sell realforce blank keycaps.
Purchasing from Leopold Korea is best for you.
Could you ask Leopold korea directly?

Thank you and best regards,

bambi


I replayed already to bambie, and told her the we may order something between 10-19 sets. That may help to place a direct order through them.


Those are the actual sets:

   
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Post by: cactux on Wed, 06 July 2011, 20:09:51
Quote from: jaynoon;374768
I'm not on the interest list but i would love a set of light blue for my hhkb.

1. Blue
2. Lettered
3. 1 set
4. USA (Seattle, WA)

No worries man!. I am also own a HHKB Pro2. I am not very sure that all the keycaps will fit our keyboards. I need to double check this first and I will post my findings
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Post by: JAMM0N on Wed, 06 July 2011, 21:35:43
so we would need another group buy for those lime topre keys. darn it. those set look sexy anyways i wish i was in for a set but those colors just aren't me no offense.
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Post by: jayfinger on Wed, 06 July 2011, 21:42:19
Yellow
Lettered
1 set
Seattle, WA, USA
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Post by: jayfinger on Wed, 06 July 2011, 22:02:18
Quote from: cactux;374975
This is the replay that I got from leopold.jp
Those are the actual sets:

 
Hey Cactux, something appears wrong in those sets.  You might want to ask Bambi for clarification.

In the normal configuration there is a wide (2X?) CapsLock next to the "A", and a smaller (1.5X?) Ctrl next to the Windows key.  But Topre provides alternate keycaps for when you choose to swap the Ctrl and CapsLock:  they provide the wide Ctrl for next to the A, and the smaller CapsLock to go next to the Windows key.

But in the pictures above, there are TWO wide CapsLock, one with backlite and one without, and TWO narrow Ctrl, one with backlite and one without.

I expect that the set really should have a wide and narrow CapsLock (both with backlight), and wide and narrow Ctrl (both without backlight).

So my question is:  is that really how the sets are provided?  Or did the photographer make a mistake when setting up the "model" for the picture?

I still want one set of yellow lettered, regardless of what the answer is.  But this might be important to some people.

Oh and by the way:  THANKS for setting up this order!
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Post by: cactux on Wed, 06 July 2011, 22:21:06
Quote from: jayfinger;375049
Hey Cactux, something appears wrong in those sets.  You might want to ask Bambi for clarification.

In the normal configuration there is a wide (2X?) CapsLock next to the "A", and a smaller (1.5X?) Ctrl next to the Windows key.  But Topre provides alternate keycaps for when you choose to swap the Ctrl and CapsLock:  they provide the wide Ctrl for next to the A, and the smaller CapsLock to go next to the Windows key.

But in the pictures above, there are TWO wide CapsLock, one with backlite and one without, and TWO narrow Ctrl, one with backlite and one without.

I expect that the set really should have a wide and narrow CapsLock (both with backlight), and wide and narrow Ctrl (both without backlight).

So my question is:  is that really how the sets are provided?  Or did the photographer make a mistake when setting up the "model" for the picture?

I still want one set of yellow lettered, regardless of what the answer is.  But this might be important to some people.

Oh and by the way:  THANKS for setting up this order!

Is hard to tell from the picture if the CTRL and CAPSLOCK have different sizes. Do not worry before placing the order I will double check with leopolds.
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Post by: MadSage on Wed, 06 July 2011, 22:28:56
Is there any way to get in for just a colored set of modifier keys?
i.e., left and right sets of: CTRL, ALT, SHIFT?

Or (for us 103U owners), maybe a swapped CTRL and CAPS (with the CAPS colored and in the left CTRL spot).

[EDIT]: And ESC key.
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Post by: Chobopants on Wed, 06 July 2011, 23:34:24
Hey cactux, I've sent you a couple PMs and posted in here a few times but I'm still not on the interest list. Just want to make sure I get on there.

Edit: Nevermind I was looking at the one on page 9 and not on page 1, thanks man!
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Post by: docvic on Thu, 07 July 2011, 06:29:09
I'm definitely interested in having these shipped to Australia, could I get on the interest list? Thanks!
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Thu, 07 July 2011, 09:53:19
I will take
1 set of blue lettered
1 set of red lettered
Australia(Perth WA)

Thanks  cactux
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Post by: jayfinger on Thu, 07 July 2011, 12:05:22
Quote from: cactux;355124

19) jayfinge       : 1 set:Yellow Lettered:Seattle, WA; USA


You've got a typo in my name.  I'm not offended by the typo, just want to make sure I get a set of caps! LOL
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 07 July 2011, 16:50:53
I'm not sure why I'm not on the list, I've been saying I'm interested...regardless, I would be in for a set of blue or orange, if we're trying to narrow it down. I might be able to do both if the price comes down enough. Shipping to Seattle, WA, USA.

EDIT: Forgot to say that I want lettered key caps.
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Post by: mmmty on Thu, 07 July 2011, 17:34:51
1) Orange
2) Lettered
3) 1 set
4) USA (Tampa, FL)

Thanks!!
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 07 July 2011, 18:37:20
Quote from: docvic;375298
I'm definitely interested in having these shipped to Australia, could I get on the interest list? Thanks!
There is always room for an OZ ;-).

Let  me know:
* # of sets
* lettered or blanks
* color
* destination

Quote from: gimpster;375645
I'm not sure why I'm not on the list, I've been saying I'm interested...regardless, I would be in for a set of blue or orange, if we're trying to narrow it down. I might be able to do both if the price comes down enough. Shipping to Seattle, WA, USA.

EDIT: Forgot to say that I want lettered key caps.

You know I do not get pay for this!, I may did not see your post. Next time  PM me and request in a very polite way to be added to the list. BTW plz try to make up your mind in regarding the color

Quote from: jayfinger;375455
You've got a typo in my name.  I'm not offended by the typo, just want to make sure I get a set of caps! LOL
done
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 07 July 2011, 18:46:14
Quote from: jayfinger;375455
You've got a typo in my name.  I'm not offended by the typo, just want to make sure I get a set of caps! LOL
done
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 07 July 2011, 18:51:03
Quote from: gimpster;375645
I'm not sure why I'm not on the list, I've been saying I'm interested...regardless, I would be in for a set of blue or orange, if we're trying to narrow it down. I might be able to do both if the price comes down enough. Shipping to Seattle, WA, USA.

EDIT: Forgot to say that I want lettered key caps.

You know I do not get pay for this!, I may did not see your post. Next time  PM me and request in a very polite way to be added to the list. BTW plz try to make up your mind in regards the color
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Post by: docvic on Thu, 07 July 2011, 22:19:06
Quote from: cactux;375706
There is always room for an OZ ;-).

Fantastic! I'm in Melbourne Australia, 1 blank yellow set.
Cheers, go the green and gold!
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 07 July 2011, 23:03:58
Quote from: cactux;375706
You know I do not get pay for this!, I may did not see your post. Next time  PM me and request in a very polite way to be added to the list. BTW plz try to make up your mind in regarding the color

I've never been impolite. I didn't know you wanted people to PM you, I don't recall reading that in this thread. As for making up my mind, unless the price can come down below $100/set then I'll just be picking up this:

1 set
Lettered
Blue
Seattle, WA
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 05:00:17
Update:

I retried to get leopold.jp to sell these sets and they have not come back with any answer. The good news is that I may get someone else to send the sets, I am working on it.

This is the replay from my contact

Quote

On price, sorry for can not be discounted. Because color keycaps are limited edition.
Reservation and prepayment is needed to provide these keycap.
issue is shipping cost. if guys are living separtely, shipping cost will be quite big part of total buying amount.

if you want to buy it, I recommend stronly not buying printing keycap but buying non pringing(legend keycap)
color keycap is made for Realforce, legending and keycap don't match perfactly. If you select non printing keycap, it's quite ra
ther than printing keycap.

color keycap and HHK Matching table

Tab (RC = Realforce color keycap) = Tab (HHK = HHKing color keycap) / matching perfectly
Caps Lock (RC) = Ctrl (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
LShfit (RC) = LShift (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly
LCURSOUR (RC) = LALT (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
LALT (RC) = LDIAMOND (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
SPACE (RC) = SPACE (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly
RALT (RC) = RDIAMOND (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
RCURSOUR (RC) = RALT (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
CAPS with LED (RC) = RSHIFT (HHK) / Not Maching perfectly with angle and heigh is a bit diffrent and lending is diffrent
ENTER (RC) = RETURN (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent
BACK SLASH (RC) = BACK SPACE (HHK) / Mathcing perfectly but legending is diffrent

Thank you.



Quote


* it's difficult to guaranty till 20 SETS. I just can guaranty about 10SET. But It need a your fast decision. you have to show your order with prepayment
in 2~3day. If time is over, I can not guaranty proper quality  

* Check keycap specification. it's for Realforce 87 and 104 series. If you use a Realforce 86 or 103, it don not match to these keyboard perfectly.

BLUE and YELLOW printed keycaps are shortage in Korea, too.
Other printed keycaps and all non printed keycaps are available in now as each small qty. And it is not fixed, may be small quantity of printed keycaps will be restocked to our
company. Anyway, it is very difficult to provide over 10SET for your buying.

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Post by: guilleguillaume on Fri, 08 July 2011, 07:15:15
Today at night I'm telling you which sets I want.

I understand he's telling us to buy blank sets rather than printed ones?
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 07:37:46
Quote from: guilleguillaume;376074
Today at night I'm telling you which sets I want.

I understand he's telling us to buy blank sets rather than printed ones?

Let me double check that, since I request info for my HHKB, and maybe his comment is related to my HHKB
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 08:20:33
This is the actual price + shipping info :
Quote
Prices:

1) Price = 116 USD PER SET
2) SHIPPING COST

A. 3SET to AUSTRAILIA = 46 USD
B. 1SET to SPAIN = 26 USD
C. 6SET to US = 70 USD


Distribution:
* For the OZ guys I can take care of the local distribution.
* For the USA guys reaper~ can you take care of he USA distribution, since you are a well know GH member?
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Post by: reaper on Fri, 08 July 2011, 08:44:18
Quote from: cactux;376092
* For the USA guys reaper~ can you take care of he USA distribution, since you are a well know GH member?

I don't mind doing it but what about the cost of shipping?  I mean each member would have to paypal me the shipping cost (as gift) and then I send them out, correct?

As for the key caps, since I'm gonna be putting them on an 87UB, they'll fit perfectly so I'd still prefer lettered in yellow if your contact can find one (if not then lettered in orange is fine).  Please let me know.
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 09:13:44
Quote from: reaper;376101
I don't mind doing it but what about the cost of shipping?  I mean each member would have to paypal me the shipping cost (as gift) and then I send them out, correct?

As for the key caps, since I'm gonna be putting them on an 87UB, they'll fit perfectly so I'd still prefer lettered in yellow if your contact can find one (if not then lettered in orange is fine).  Please let me know.

Correct, is less expensive to ship within USA than to each individual from Korea. Could you post how much is shipping from LA to Seattle Cambridge, and Tampa,
?. These guys can also PrePay there shipping. Just for reference remember to stay away from receiving PayPal gifts.

I would post the available  colors and the number of sets.

BTW do you know which keycaps wont fit the 103?
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Post by: reaper on Fri, 08 July 2011, 09:23:25
Quote from: cactux;376121
Could you post how much is shipping from LA to Seattle Cambridge, and Tampa?

Hmm.. I think I'm gonna need the weight and size (measurements) of each package first before I can calculate the shipping cost.  I'll be using USPS (that's the post office here) for shipping since they're the least expensive and each one will have a tracking number (Delivery Confirmation).

Oh and I'm gonna need the zip code from each of the member in US. to calculate so you guys can either post it here or PM me.

Quote from: cactux;376121
BTW do you know which keycaps wont fit the 103?

Sorry.  I don't own a full size RF so I don't wanna give you the wrong answer.  Maybe someone else knows this.
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Fri, 08 July 2011, 09:41:47
Thinking about taking the third set
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Post by: jayfinger on Fri, 08 July 2011, 09:59:54
Quote from: cactux;376092
This is the actual price + shipping info :



Distribution:
* For the OZ guys I can take care of the local distribution.
* For the USA guys reaper~ can you take care of he USA distribution, since you are a well know GH member?

 
Cactux, if you cannot get yellow then I would be happy with Orange.

But I do not want blank keycaps.  If they can only do blank then I'm out.

1 set
Lettered
Orange
Seattle, zip is 98033
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Post by: gimpster on Fri, 08 July 2011, 11:10:51
I don't want my set of blue keys to hold up the order, so I'm updating my order to be:

1 set of Red Lettered
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Post by: mmmty on Fri, 08 July 2011, 12:46:23
Quote from: reaper;376127


Oh and I'm gonna need the zip code from each of the member in US. to calculate so you guys can either post it here or PM me.



Should fit in USPS Priority small flat rate box - $5.20.
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Post by: Chobopants on Fri, 08 July 2011, 13:22:52
Ok if you can't get blue Cactux I'm ok with white. Thanks again.
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Post by: gimpster on Fri, 08 July 2011, 13:36:19
Would it be possible to add key cap pullers to this order? Mine did not come with one and I've been having a hard time finding them in stock online or for a reasonable price.
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Fri, 08 July 2011, 16:34:55
Cactux thanks for the PM, I've been at work since I wrote last post and I have to choose right now what I want.

If one set to Spain is 26 USD, how much would be 2 or 3 sets?

Depending on shipping price for 3 I can afford all of them or instead go with 2.

BTW if the Blue with lettering set is too demanded I can pass over it since I will have a Japanese Blue Set of keycaps incoming and instead I will go with Blank Blue if it is possible, if not nevermind I will have 2 sets then.

If it is possible and waiting for the shipping price confirmation I want:

Set:
3 Sets
Lettering or blank: 1 with lettering and 2 blank.
Colours: Red (Lettering), Blue (Blank) and White (Blank)
Location: Spain, Barcelona


I can pay when is needed since I already have the money in the Paypal account up to 3 sets but need to know the shipping price for 3 sets to Spain.

We can't pass for this unique chance of getting this keycaps! We need to get them all :D

Many thanks Cactux.
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 20:00:40
This is the replay that I got from my korean contact regarding if these sets will fit the 103 boards
Quote
I tested color keycap on Realforce 86 (may be same to 103).
All keycap are compatible but we can not use spacebar on Realforce 86 or Realforce 103.

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Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 20:02:42
[strike] So far they can garante only 10 sets.[/strike]
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Post by: reaper on Fri, 08 July 2011, 20:07:37
^ Cool. So it will fit on a Realforce 87.  I'm still in for a set then if we're still doing the group buy thing.
Title: My future HHKB :-)
Post by: cactux on Fri, 08 July 2011, 22:57:27
This is just to  give you a taste of my future HHKB

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Post by: reaper on Fri, 08 July 2011, 23:18:27
Haha. great idea  :)
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 00:12:55
Quote from: gimpster;376306
Would it be possible to add key cap pullers to this order? Mine did not come with one and I've been having a hard time finding them in stock online or for a reasonable price.

You have to add 4.50 USD for the keycap puller
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Post by: gimpster on Sat, 09 July 2011, 00:47:38
Quote from: cactux;376690
You have to add 4.50 USD for the keycap puller

That's more than reasonable. I just need one. :)
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 00:53:08
Quote from: guilleguillaume;376074
Today at night I'm telling you which sets I want.

I understand he's telling us to buy blank sets rather than printed ones?
I just got the confirmation from my contact regarding my previous post:
Quote
My comment for you or HHK users.
If there are Realforce user, it is okay to select just what they wants; Printing
or not printing keycap.
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Post by: litster on Sat, 09 July 2011, 01:01:35
Are these keycaps dye sub caps, just like the original keycaps that come with Realforce keyboard?
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 01:04:26
Quote from: litster;376714
Are these keycaps dye sub caps, just like the original keycaps that come with Realforce keyboard?
They are 100 % Original Topre keycaps :-) (Special Edition)
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Post by: litster on Sat, 09 July 2011, 01:09:17
1 set
Yellow
Lettered
Realforce
Redmond, WA
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 01:23:22
This is so far the expected shipping date
Quote
Except Blue, yellow printed keycap, all keycap sets will be sent in Monday, nextweek as Korean Standard time.
Blue, Yellow keycap or any comibnation with these keycaps, will be sent in Tuesday, next week as Korean Standard time.

USA guys!!, please remember that even if you set is ready to be shipped next Monday it has to wait till next Tuesday, since there are several sets going to USA.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 01:24:44
Quote from: litster;376723
1 set
Yellow
Lettered
Realforce
Redmond, WA

No problem!

Sorry guys but I have to STOP taking orders for this first batch!! :sorry:
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sat, 09 July 2011, 02:15:22
Too sad I cleaned out my black rf87u for white rf87u silence edition
But I still got rf86u,rf101,rf103,rf91uby,HHKB PRO2
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Post by: rodya on Sat, 09 July 2011, 04:11:58
Nice job with the group buy.  Please post pics of your boards when you get them.  :)
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 04:16:12
Quote from: rodya;376783
Nice job with the group buy.  Please post pics of your boards when you get them.  :)
Take a look at the first post right at the bottom
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 09 July 2011, 07:18:16
Cactux will they attach any bill to the shipment? I think customs here really need them to solve me some problems when the package arrive here.

I'm not used to order thing from the outside of Europe so I asked some mates and they told me that without any bill or paper that says what is inside and which is the price it can be a nightmare for me when it arrives to the country.

Can they give you an estimated time of arrival after they ship? I will be out of the country from the 22th of July to the 3th of August so maybe I will have to give any other adress but not mine since I will not be here.

Many thanks for making this possible.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 08:25:34
Quote from: guilleguillaume;376816
Cactux will they attach any bill to the shipment? I think customs here really need them to solve me some problems when the package arrive here.

I'm not used to order thing from the outside of Europe so I asked some mates and they told me that without any bill or paper that says what is inside and which is the price it can be a nightmare for me when it arrives to the country.

Can they give you an estimated time of arrival after they ship? I will be out of the country from the 22th of July to the 3th of August so maybe I will have to give any other adress but not mine since I will not be here.

Many thanks for making this possible.


I will request to have all the required paper works in each box. According to my contact they can ship your sets the 14/07/2011. Since you are going to be away, I will recommend you just to play safe:

1) Use a secondary address (friend, girlfriend, boyfriend ;-) , grandmom)
2) You can make the full payment and they can ship the sets after the August the 3rd

Please let me know what is better for you

Cheers
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 09 July 2011, 09:10:56
Cactux I think the best way will be to ship the keycaps the week I arrive since then It is sure I will be here in case something from me is needed.

They can ship the Keycaps the 1st of August since I will be arriving here the 2nd of August from Switzerland by car. Don't think they will be here in just 24 hours.

So if they're OK they can ship me the Keycaps the 1st of August just to play safe like you said and if it is not a problem for them.

Thanks.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 09:31:32
Quote from: guilleguillaume;376839
Cactux I think the best way will be to ship the keycaps the week I arrive since then It is sure I will be here in case something from me is needed.

They can ship the Keycaps the 1st of August since I will be arriving here the 2nd of August from Switzerland by car. Don't think they will be here in just 24 hours.

So if they're OK they can ship me the Keycaps the 1st of August just to play safe like you said and if it is not a problem for them.

Thanks.

That shall not be any problem to ship the sets the 1st :-) That sounds like a plan. I am still waiting for the total shipping amount for 3 sets to Spain. Please check your mail box in the regular bases tomorrow
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sat, 09 July 2011, 09:40:51
It is done.
Money sent.
Cactux could u let iomania provide the received payment list so we can also know he receives our pay?
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Post by: litster on Sat, 09 July 2011, 10:59:53
I must have missed it.  What is the payment instruction?  Thanks.
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Post by: jaynoon on Sat, 09 July 2011, 13:19:01
I'm a bit confused. There's a delay if I stick with my blue keys? Do we know how much of a delay?

If there's a delay, I'm OK cancelling. I don't want to hold everyone else up.
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 09 July 2011, 16:30:11
Quote from: jaynoon;376951
I'm a bit confused. There's a delay if I stick with my blue keys? Do we know how much of a delay?

If there's a delay, I'm OK cancelling. I don't want to hold everyone else up.


As I understood the Blue/Yellow keycaps will be shipped the 14/07/11 and some USA people already ordered them, since Reaper who is the one that will be organising the shipments between USA members has ordered a Yellow set you don't have to worry about delaying the sets since they will be shipped all together to him the 14 of July next week.

At least this is what I understood but I could be wrong.

Cactux payment is done and I put a NOTE telling the day I need the keycaps to be shipped to me. I'm actually very surprised by the low shipping price of 40$ from there.

Many, many thanks for organising this ultra fast group buy.

Hope they can provide you an updated list of the payments received by him.

I'm so happy :D
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 17:12:41
Quote from: litster;376892
I must have missed it.  What is the payment instruction?  Thanks.

I have not provide you payment instructions, because was waiting for your mailing address confirmation. give me a few hours and I will be back with you
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 17:18:16
Quote from: jaynoon;376951
I'm a bit confused. There's a delay if I stick with my blue keys? Do we know how much of a delay?

If there's a delay, I'm OK cancelling. I don't want to hold everyone else up.

I sent you a PM yesterday ( plz read it) . You are not holding the delivery yet. Since you and I are the only guys with HHKB you have to read the previous post regarding HHKB Pro 2.
In a few words lettering keycaps wont look very good in HHKB Pro 2, that is why I ordered blanks. Is your call!!
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 17:21:40
Quote from: Laggy-gaga;376850
It is done.
Money sent.
Cactux could u let iomania provide the received payment list so we can also know he receives our pay?

I will, in the mean time you are cover by PayPal
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sat, 09 July 2011, 22:11:25
David confirmed my payment
Cheers
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Post by: reaper on Sat, 09 July 2011, 22:25:13
Yup, same here.  Money sent.
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Post by: litster on Sat, 09 July 2011, 22:27:43
me too.  wallet getting lighter.  Look forward to receiving my new yellow topre keycaps.
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Post by: mmmty on Sat, 09 July 2011, 22:52:32
Payment sent.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 09 July 2011, 23:45:53
Quote from: litster;377182
me too.  wallet getting lighter.  Look forward to receiving my new yellow topre keycaps.
Welcome to the team ;-) . I have to sell my FILCO to pay my set
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 10 July 2011, 02:28:27
This is the info that I got from my contact regarding tracking numbers and paper works
Quote
* Paper work will be send as email. (it needs 2~3days)
* Tracking number and web site will be sent after sending product
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sun, 10 July 2011, 06:18:06
David confirmed my Payment too and confirmed that he will send me the package the 29th of July for me.
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sun, 10 July 2011, 08:43:34
He didn't say anything about ship date
but I assume the coming Monday
Right?
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 10 July 2011, 20:58:23
Quote from: Laggy-gaga;377406
He didn't say anything about ship date
but I assume the coming Monday
Right?
I will post the shipping dates as soon as I get them. I guess they will be ready sometime today or tomorrow
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sun, 10 July 2011, 21:12:47
cool
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Post by: richie on Mon, 11 July 2011, 01:17:13
just wondering for the next group buy will there be something for users of HHK with the JPN layout (arrow keys and small space bar)?
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 11 July 2011, 01:48:46
Quote from: richie;377968
just wondering for the next group buy will there be something for users of HHK with the JPN layout (arrow keys and small space bar)?
This group buys targets only HHKB Pro2 and Realforces. The JAP versions where not consider since there are very few boards.
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Post by: 002 on Mon, 11 July 2011, 03:04:47
Oh fiddlesticks..

When is the next group buy going to be?
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Post by: mmmty on Mon, 11 July 2011, 08:48:17
Am I supposed to get confirmation after sending Paypal payment?
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Post by: Chobopants on Mon, 11 July 2011, 09:06:04
I'm so excited for this. My RF is going to be usable again. Great job cactux!
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 11 July 2011, 17:14:12
Quote from: mmmty;378099
Am I supposed to get confirmation after sending Paypal payment?

David is very busy. I check with him your payment and you are just fine :-)
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 11 July 2011, 17:16:21
Quote from: Chobopants;378102
I'm so excited for this. My RF is going to be usable again. Great job cactux!

thx man :-)
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Post by: gimpster on Mon, 11 July 2011, 17:17:02
Yeah, to all the haters who said it couldn't be done...SUCK IT! :)
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 11 July 2011, 18:27:42
Quote from: gimpster;378381
Yeah, to all the haters who said it couldn't be done...SUCK IT! :)
These guys really motivated me :-) .
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Post by: TexasFlood on Mon, 11 July 2011, 19:19:06
Quote from: gimpster;378381
Yeah, to all the haters who said it couldn't be done...SUCK IT! :)

Quote from: cactux;378423
These guys really motivated me :-) .
Reminds me of a movie I just watched with my kids...
(http://a1.sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/19561_249487118730_249461918730_3302232_6975906_n.jpg)
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Post by: keyboardlover on Mon, 11 July 2011, 19:29:45
Wow I can't believe you guys were able to do ANSI layout. I would definitely be in for the next round!
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Post by: HaveANiceDay on Mon, 11 July 2011, 19:44:10
Quote from: cactux;378423
These guys really motivated me :-) .

I'm actually really happy for you that you made it happen. Great job!
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 11 July 2011, 21:49:07
This is the latest info that I have from David
Quote
Sent most keycaps except two case.
 
One is guilleguillaume. He reserved sending in 28th, July.
The other is awry will be paid in today. And we will ship it to Singapore in today.
 
Thank you.
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Post by: reaper on Mon, 11 July 2011, 21:54:31
Nice!  Thanks for keeping us updated.


Edit:  Just received an email from David confirming the shipment along with tracking number for mine, mmty and chobopants set.
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Post by: muck on Tue, 12 July 2011, 01:35:30
man, just got back from overseas, been waiting for something like this to come along, ahahahhahaha.

will there be another round? or is there anyway for us to order these ourselves?
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Post by: litster on Tue, 12 July 2011, 02:54:30
Huge kudos to Cactux for organizing this, and to David for incredibly fast shipping.  In case you don't know, David also sells the TypeNow Solid aluminum keyboards and can purchase Realforce 87U keyboards from Korea.
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Post by: 002 on Tue, 12 July 2011, 03:07:51
Amen to that - thanks Cactux and David!

Edit: By the way, can David also order items sold on Leopold? I'd really like to grab myself a 106 (45g uniform) (http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1303348200) at some stage.
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 12 July 2011, 04:13:59
Quote from: 002;378655
Amen to that - thanks Cactux and David!

Edit: By the way, can David also order items sold on Leopold? I'd really like to grab myself a 106 (45g uniform) (http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1303348200) at some stage.

He will be able to help you
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Tue, 12 July 2011, 04:37:28
Quote from: 002;378655
Amen to that - thanks Cactux and David!

Edit: By the way, can David also order items sold on Leopold? I'd really like to grab myself a 106 (45g uniform) (http://www.leopold.co.kr/?doc=cart/item.php&it_id=1303348200) at some stage.


This keyboard in White is pure keyboard porn with the red backplate. I wish it was the non-full sized.
 
Quote from: cactux;378664
He will be able to help you


So David may be able to help us buying Keyboards from Leopold Korea?  :hungry:

The new change in the sales department from Leopold.co.jp makes Leopold Korea the only way right now, at least is what I understood from Bambi.

Cactux you've done an impressive work here, congratulations and thanks!
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 12 July 2011, 08:05:23
Quote from: guilleguillaume;378668

So David may be able to help us buying Keyboards from Leopold Korea?  :hungry:

The new change in the sales department from Leopold.co.jp makes Leopold Korea the only way right now, at least is what I understood from Bambi.

After exchanging several email with Leopold.jp and ZERO replays from Leopold.co.kr. I do not think the leopold.co.kr is willing to deal with someone outside Kora. They were not even interested in get an order of 20 Topre sets  which is at least ( 20 x 116 ) $2320 USD in less than a week.

Also shipping from Japan is more expensive than shipping from Korea.

Quote from: guilleguillaume;378668

Cactux you've done an impressive work here, congratulations and thanks!

 Thank you man!, you also have been the MOST PROACTIVE guy since day 1 looking for different options before this group buy happen.

Thx again
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Post by: Chobopants on Tue, 12 July 2011, 09:03:51
Yeah this group buy has been something I've been looking for since I first got my RealForce. It's definitely coming out of retirement once I get these keys.
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Post by: gimpster on Tue, 12 July 2011, 14:09:38
Quote from: Chobopants;378736
It's definitely coming out of retirement once I get these keys.

Blasphemy!! Realforce keyboards should never be put in "retirement"... :P
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Post by: litster on Tue, 12 July 2011, 18:13:31
Quote from: ripster;378873
Who's David?


David is David Han.  His screen name here on geekhack is kant1971.  He is the IOMania guy on ebay and the person who sold Type Now Solid to MrCynical here.  you can PM him here, or email him at kant1971  *at*  hitel *dot* net.
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Post by: mmmty on Tue, 12 July 2011, 19:13:55
Not this David??

(http://images4.fanpop.com/image/photos/17000000/David-Hasselhoff-hunks-17094365-480-600.jpg)
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Post by: 002 on Wed, 13 July 2011, 18:45:22
Well I've got mine [that was fast].

Can post some pics if anyone's interested.
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Post by: rodya on Wed, 13 July 2011, 18:46:19
Quote from: 002;379824
Can post some pics if anyone's interested.

Yes please!  Not of the keycaps alone, but as they are on your keyboard.
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Post by: gimpster on Wed, 13 July 2011, 18:46:36
Quote from: 002;379824
Well I've got mine [that was fast].

Can post some pics if anyone's interested.

Pics or it didn't happen. :)
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Post by: keyboardlover on Wed, 13 July 2011, 18:49:20
Thanks for adding me in cactux! Can't wait to get my white lettered set!
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Post by: Chobopants on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:31:28
This is going to be so awesome, I just can't stop posting about how excited I am. :D
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:34:06
Quote from: Chobopants;379865
This is going to be so awesome, I just can't stop posting about how excited I am. :D

I thought ours was gonna be delivered today. lol  Oh well, once I receive the package (should be sometimes tomorrow), I'll send them out right away and you guys can paypal me later for the shipping.  I'll let you know how much.



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Post by: cactux on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:34:12
I just got my yellow blanks :-)

Checkit out
(http://tapatalk.com/mu/ca514588-3937-2040.jpg)
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:36:27
^ Nice!  Put them on. lol  They should look great on the RF.  Man, can't wait to get mine. =D
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Post by: cactux on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:40:15
Quote from: keyboardlover;379829
Thanks for adding me in cactux! Can't wait to get my white lettered set!
No problem :-)
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 19:54:18
Any special trick to remove topre spacebar? I can't find it in the wiki.
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:09:44
Thanks!! Looks scary. I think I'll try doing it on my 86U before I actually do it on my 87U.
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Post by: litster on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:12:41
Quote from: ripster;379886
Also instructions in Japanese in the All About Topre wiki I added but nobody translated (after saying they would).

That was me.  My friend never replied back to me.  I guess that was a silent no.  The pictures in instruction was pretty self explanatory though.
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Post by: keyboardlover on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:16:20
Is it preferred to pull one side up at a time?

What if you remove the alt keys and slowly wiggle your fingers upwards under each side of the spacebar?

That's how I do it on my Cherry boards. I like to wiggle. You know how I do.
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:16:28
Quote from: ripster;379902

http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=18399&d=1306042528

I can help with the translation later on tonight..  gotta have some Sapporo first.  I find that the translation just flows out after a few glasses. lol
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Post by: 002 on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:21:29
I'm at work, so here's a quick shot from iPhone - apologies for quality.

(http://i247.photobucket.com/albums/gg160/fr3dsk1/photo.jpg)
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Post by: litster on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:22:48
Holy smoke!  This is super nice!  I am glad I picked yellow!
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:33:38
SUCCESS!!! I just used my finger to push it up. There was a big CRACK! but nothing broken - whew!!!
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Post by: litster on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:34:37
I only have an 86u, so the spacebar won't fit...
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Post by: keyboardlover on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:34:44
Did you push up from both ends at the same time or just from one end?
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:36:17
Quote from: litster;379927
Holy smoke!  This is super nice!  I am glad I picked yellow!

Orange will be even better  :hand:
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:37:17
Quote from: keyboardlover;379949
Did you push up from both ends at the same time or just from one end?

1 side at a time just like the pictures. But using my finger instead of a key puller.
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Post by: litster on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:38:17
Quote from: mmmty;379951
Orange will be even better  :hand:

Pics! Pics! Pics! Pics! Pics! Pics! Pics! Pics!
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Post by: mmmty on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:39:59
When I get the keycaps from reaper.
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Post by: keyboardlover on Wed, 13 July 2011, 20:40:45
FWIW, I also have 9 blank red Topre keycaps I ordered from EK before if anyone's interested to buy them.
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Post by: suntorytime on Wed, 13 July 2011, 22:28:40
Oh noes, I missed out - when is the next GB or who is this 'David' guy you all refer to so i can contact directly.
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 13 July 2011, 22:30:02
Quote from: keyboardlover;379961
FWIW, I also have 9 blank red Topre keycaps I ordered from EK before if anyone's interested to buy them.

I want one.  Pm'd
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Post by: reaper on Wed, 13 July 2011, 22:39:53
Quote from: ripster;379902
I guess.

http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=18399&d=1306042528

How to remove the space bar:

1) The removal tool should be vertical, push down firmly on the right stabilizer of the space bar
2)  Pull the space bar out from stabilizer and be careful not to scratch (pull it straight up).  If you pull up too much, the stabilizer might break so watch out for that
3)  Same as no. 2 except for the left side
4)  Push down the key puller in the middle of the space bar
5)  Pull straight up and again, be careful not to scratch
6)  Remove the space bar from the tool

How to put it back:

1)  Watch the orientation of the space bar
2)  Grab both side firmly and push down/mount the stabilizers
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 01:33:27
Is there any HOW-TO somewhere with pictures explaining how to properly remove the TAB,CTRL,SHIFT, RETURN Topre keycaps?
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 01:48:00
^ If it's anything like on HHKB then it should be fairly straight forward.  I switched from black to white ones by myself for the first time without any incident (a whole set).
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Post by: rodya on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:01:44
Thanks for the photos 002!  That's a nice yellow.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:08:11
Quote from: reaper;380128
^ If it's anything like on HHKB then it should be fairly straight forward.  I switched from black to white ones by myself for the first time without any incident (a whole set).

Do they have a stabilization systems? What about the spacebar?
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:31:12
Quote from: cactux;380125
Is there any HOW-TO somewhere with pictures explaining how to properly remove the TAB,CTRL,SHIFT, RETURN Topre keycaps?

Quote from: cactux;380137
Do they have a stabilization systems? What about the spacebar?

Later if the weather is not bad and have enough light I can make pics on how to pull out the Modifiers Keycaps on the Realforce.

My Realforce 91 UBY doesn't have any stabilizer on it, super cool and easy to pull out keycaps since none of them could break any stabilizer when pulled out.

I think that your shipments went SUPER FAST. Does it means that maybe I should tell David to send mine today or tomorrow?

BTW did you have to pay any custom duties?
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:37:37
Quote from: guilleguillaume;380144
Does it means that maybe I should tell David to send mine today or tomorrow?

BTW did you have to pay any custom duties?

He is very busy and he as been very helpful, so please do not ask him to change the original shipping date. No I did not pay any taxes. BTW are you willing to exchange your red spacebar for my yellow?
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Post by: 002 on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:41:26
We're exempt from tax for imports under $1000 here
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Thu, 14 July 2011, 02:47:29
Quote from: cactux;380145
He is very busy and he as been very helpful, so please do not ask him to change the original shipping date. No I did not pay any taxes. BTW are you willing to exchange your red spacebar for my yellow?

No worries, that's why I asked before doing anything ;D

For the moment I will wait until I receive mines and then I would be able to think about it. I already have a Yellow Spacebar, even if it is really tiny. I actually want something different from yellow keycaps as I'm used to them. BTW sorry, I missed the PM since firefox didn't open the window of the PM.
 
Quote from: 002;380148
We're exempt from tax for imports under $1000 here

Holy SH*T!! You're so lucky...

Here it used to be $150 but they changed it to just $22...
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 03:02:50
for sure in the HHKB pro2 the space bar has a stabilization systems. I wont take my chances with this one. If anyone has some pictures that will be very helpful. I replace all the other keycaps and they do not have stabilization systems uff
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 03:04:37
BTW the yellow keycaps are more like mustard color
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Thu, 14 July 2011, 03:38:45
I will get my red and blue tomorrow,
If lucky, oz post is the worst i ever used
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Post by: jinhan108 on Thu, 14 July 2011, 03:44:29
Any chance of joining group 2 of this group buy?:)
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 06:40:55
Quote from: Laggy-gaga;380168
I will get my red and blue tomorrow,
If lucky, oz post is the worst i ever used

yes they are one of the worst
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 14 July 2011, 07:18:03
I want the blue lettered set. Any update on group buy 2?
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Post by: keyboardlover on Thu, 14 July 2011, 08:03:09
Blue lettered are the best...wish they were still available.
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Post by: litster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 13:20:47
Pictures are posted here http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?19906-Yellow-and-Red-Topre-Realforce-Keycaps-from-Leopold-Korea&p=380350.  I think the yellow would look better on black 87U.
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 17:55:43
Here's my red keycaps on a black 87UB. I apologize for the cell-phone quality pics, it's all I've got with me. :) Overall I think they look great. Although, I did notice that there seems to have been a mistake when they were printing these. In the factory key set, you get 3 CTRL keys (2 are 1.5 size, 1 is 1.75 size) and 2 CAPS LOCK keys (1 is 1.5 size and 1 is 1.75 size). In this stock set, none of the CTRL keys have a clear window to see the LED through (because why would you need to on a CTRL key) but both of the CAPS LOCK keys have clear windows on them so you can see when CAPS LOCK is turned on.

However, in my set, I received 3 CTRL keys, all 1.5 size (one of which has a clear LED window) and 2 CAPS LOCK keys (1 with a clear LED window and 1 without), both 1.75 size. Additionally, the CTRL key that can be swapped out with the CAPS LOCK key is the only key switch on the keyboard that has a horizontal indexer, instead of a vertical indexer (see pics below). I'm not sure if there's any way to get this corrected but it sucks if you want to swap the CTRL and CAPS LOCK key positions.

This first pic shows the different orientation of the indexer between the windowed/non-windowed 1.5 size keys and why I can't attach one of the non-windowed CTRL keys to the key switch:

[ATTACH=CONFIG]20821[/ATTACH]

Here's the key switch:

[ATTACH=CONFIG]20822[/ATTACH]

Here you can compare the red color of these key caps. On the left is the red ESC key that came with the keyboard, on the right is the red ESC key that came with this new set. The red on this new set is slightly lighter in color than the red on the original ESC key.


[ATTACH=CONFIG]20818[/ATTACH]

Here is the same red ESC key (left) that came with the keyboard and on the right is the keyboard key from the ROUND 3 Cherry key cap group buy. The red on these two is very similar.

[ATTACH=CONFIG]20819[/ATTACH]

Here are a couple of different color combos I tried, first mixed with the original Black/Dark Gray modifiers:

[ATTACH=CONFIG]20820[/ATTACH]

Next with the complete swap:

[ATTACH=CONFIG]20823[/ATTACH]
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Post by: Dox on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:00:48
Would you sell your 1.75 control key?
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Post by: Dox on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:02:38
Would you sell your 1.75 control key?

edit: oops.. you didn't get a 1.75 control key.. Anyone else got one?
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:03:28
Quote from: Dox;380527
Would you sell your 1.75 control key?

The original black-on-gray key? No, I want to keep all of the original keys in case I decide to upgrade this one day and sell the old one.
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:38:06
Ok, I had to chase down the mail lady to get the package. lol  Usually she would come by around 2pm but today, when I got home at 12:30pm I saw a notice in my mailbox so I was like..  oh crap.  Drove around the block until I saw her, ran over with the notice and she said she still has it in her car.

When I first saw the package I was a little nervous and here's why:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/key caps/DSC05858.jpg)

So I quickly opened the package and everthing seems ok inside:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/key caps/DSC05867.jpg)

Since it was very well packed by David:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/key caps/DSC05868.jpg)

And here's mine:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/key caps/DSC05872.jpg)

So since I know you guys want the package ASAP, I didn't have the time to get those flat rate priority boxes.  I just packed them into those keyboards boxes I got from EK, etc.  I shipped them out today and the person at the counter said you guys should receive them by Saturday.

I'll PM each of you the Delivery Confirmation number so you can track your packages.
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:40:37
Nice work, reaper. When I first read the sentence below, I thought you said you ran over the mail lady. I was like "dayum, he's hardcore!" :)

Quote from: reaper;380550
Drove around the block until I saw her, ran over with the notice and she said she still has it in her car.
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 18:55:28
^ Haha, that thought did cross my mind a few times since she was there so damn early.  =D

Edit: nice color on yours!   Red and orange were my alternate choices.
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Post by: mmmty on Thu, 14 July 2011, 19:43:11
Awesome!!! Can't wait for my orange keycaps. Thanks again reaper.
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 20:51:28
My HHKB Pro2 so far. Slow transformation :-)

(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-9cd8-5cb4.jpg)(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-9cf8-fb12.jpg)
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 14 July 2011, 20:53:29
:plane: Any of you guys willing to exchange red spacebar against yellow??
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:32:12
Here's the picture of RF stabilizers and space bar (in case someone needs it):

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/Realforce/DSC05893.jpg)

And my RF 87U with its new key caps:

(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/Realforce/DSC05900.jpg)
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:36:58
Very nice! It looks exactly like the all 45g JIS version, but with ANSI layout.
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Post by: mmmty on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:37:30
NiiiCE!!!
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:38:13
Quote from: cactux;380636
My HHKB Pro2 so far. Slow transformation :-)

Show Image
(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-9cd8-5cb4.jpg)
Show Image
(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-9cf8-fb12.jpg)


Wow. Your HHKB reminds me of a face.
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:41:25
Quote from: RiGS;380672
Very nice! It looks exactly like the all 45g JIS version, but with ANSI layout.

Yup, that's the look I was going for. =P
 
Quote from: mmmty;380673
NiiiCE!!!

Thanks! =)
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:46:10
These sets have a Num Lock, but the keys miss the numpad numbers on the sides.
Has anyone noticed this?
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Post by: keyboardlover on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:51:42
These are looking sweet.

I can't believe that I will likely get a Full Topre 87U keycap set BEFORE the group 3 doubleshots.

Hell has officially frozen over.
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 21:58:21
Quote from: RiGS;380680
These sets have a Num Lock, but the keys miss the numpad numbers on the sides.
Has anyone noticed this?

Yes, I noticed that. However, I think these key caps are really designed for the 106U, instead of the 87U. In that case you would not need the numbers printed on the sides. I personally never want to use the virtual numpad, due to the awkward layout, so I actually appreciate the cleaner look.
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 22:02:07
Quote from: keyboardlover;380684
I can't believe that I will likely get a Full Topre 87U keycap set BEFORE the group 3 doubleshots.

Hell has officially frozen over.
:boom:
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Post by: litster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:14:09
Quote from: reaper;380666
And my RF 87U with its new key caps:

Show Image
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech keyboard club/Realforce/DSC05901.jpg)


I think I need to get a black 87U to go with my yellow caps now.  It looks super sweet!  Congrats reaper!
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Post by: fullofenergy on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:15:37
Wow this was a fast group buy, now that I finally have a realforce... I can't buy a set...

Maybe for the same money I should just get another keyboard lol
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:18:07
Quote from: litster;380750
I think I need to get a black 87U to go with my yellow caps now.  It looks super sweet!  Congrats reaper!

Heh, thanks and go for it.  Orange and red also look good on a dark color board.  I'm contemplating getting another set. lol
 
Quote from: fullofenergy;380752
Wow this was a fast group buy, now that I finally have a realforce... I can't buy it...

Maybe for the same money I should just get another keyboard lol

You gotta accessorize...  pimp your keyboard. lol =D
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Post by: mmmty on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:22:18
The price of 87U + the price of new keycaps is more expensive than Typenow Solid.
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:25:39
I like Typenow Solid and all but I don't know..  $400 for a Cherry switch keyboard is a little too much for me but who knows. I might get one later if there's a group buy or something. =D
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Post by: litster on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:27:24
TypeNow Solid has a aluminum case. But the keycaps are lasered caps, and it is a Leopold inside.  Realforce keycaps are dye sub.  Besides TypeNow Solid's case,  Realforce's keyboard PCB, overall build, and keycaps should be considered superior over TypeNow Solid's components.  Cherry switches vs. Topre switches is a separate debate :-).
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Post by: reaper on Thu, 14 July 2011, 23:32:53
^ True.  Like I said before, if it costs around $300 I'd probably be all over it. lol
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 15 July 2011, 02:12:18
After some scary :evil: secs I was able to replace successfully the spacebar :drum: using the unique cactux keycap puller (copy rights)

(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-e92f-543b.jpg)
(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-e945-b217.jpg)
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Fri, 15 July 2011, 03:08:10
Quote from: mmmty;380760
The price of 87U + the price of new keycaps is more expensive than Typenow Solid.

I think that with the price of the keycaps I bought and the Realforce 87U I will be buying I would be able to buy 2 of the Typenow Solid but I prefer Topre :whoo:

I had to buy 3 of this sets. And I'm just wondering if I will be ordering different colours and type if they're in stock after I receive mines on August. Need MOAR Topre Keycaps.

Can't wait to see the combination between blank blue and blank white. I'm thinking about purchasing the Green set from Verkkokkaupa to have a RGB set for Topre.
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Post by: RiGS on Fri, 15 July 2011, 07:28:59
Thanks for adding me in cactux! Can't wait to get my lucky blue lettered set!
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Post by: keyboardlover on Fri, 15 July 2011, 08:10:49
Quote from: RiGS;380876
Thanks for adding me in cactux! Can't wait to get my lucky blue lettered set!

Wait what? I thought there were no more blue lettered?

That would have been my first choice :(
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Post by: RiGS on Fri, 15 July 2011, 08:30:39
A Korean customer cancelled his blue lettered set and cactux reserved it for me, hence the lucky blue lettered set.
Thanks again!
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Post by: jinhan108 on Fri, 15 July 2011, 09:56:26
Is it too late to join Group 2?:)
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Post by: gimpster on Fri, 15 July 2011, 10:06:12
I don't think anything has been started for round 2. In fact I may be interested in picking up another set in round 2.
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Post by: keyboardlover on Fri, 15 July 2011, 12:01:25
Quote from: RiGS;380891
A Korean customer cancelled his blue lettered set and cactux reserved it for me, hence the lucky blue lettered set.
Thanks again!

Congrats. I'm sure all the sets will look pretty gangsta.

Quote from: gimpster;380920
In fact I may be interested in picking up another set in round 2.

I would def get a set of blue lettered for round 2.
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Post by: RiGS on Fri, 15 July 2011, 13:44:40
Afaik round 2 hasn't started yet, I was just lucky.
Has anyone recieved the blue or orange set yet?
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Post by: reaper on Fri, 15 July 2011, 19:03:13
Quote from: RiGS;380989
Has anyone recieved the blue or orange set yet?

mmmty should be receiving his orange set sometimes tomorrow.
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Post by: mmmty on Fri, 15 July 2011, 21:44:31
Will put them on and take some pics.
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Post by: Laggy-gaga on Sat, 16 July 2011, 03:11:35
I haven't got time to put the red set on,
but compared to my RF91UBY,
yellow is the best for the black board,
and blue fits white board,
I have to get myself a white RF87U.
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-erzH38yZA14/TiFGhqVyTDI/AAAAAAAC4QA/MBnzROuuPCY/s800/IMG_9835.JPG)
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Post by: RiGS on Sat, 16 July 2011, 05:29:43
Quote from: Laggy-gaga;381310
I haven't got time to put the red set on,
but compared to my RF91UBY,
yellow is the best for the black board,
and blue fits white board,
I have to get myself a white RF87U.
Show Image
(https://lh6.googleusercontent.com/-erzH38yZA14/TiFGhqVyTDI/AAAAAAAC4QA/MBnzROuuPCY/s800/IMG_9835.JPG)


Holy ****! That looks awesome.
I want my blues on the RF87UB. I think black with blue is a nicer combo.
Could you take some pics of the RF91UBY with the blues on it?
I'm so excited about that.


Edit: I'm not sure about the RF87UB anymore. Maybe I will get the white one.
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Post by: mmmty on Sat, 16 July 2011, 12:44:07
Got my Awesome Orange

[ATTACH=CONFIG]21059[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21060[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21061[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21062[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21069[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21334[/ATTACH]
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Post by: reaper on Sat, 16 July 2011, 12:52:17
Nice!  Makes me want to buy another set. lol =D
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Post by: keyboardlover on Sat, 16 July 2011, 13:04:57
Got my whites baby!

[ATTACH=CONFIG]21066[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21067[/ATTACH][ATTACH=CONFIG]21068[/ATTACH]

Shipping was HELLA fast.

[ATTACH=CONFIG]21064[/ATTACH]

Which do you prefer? With lavendar wasd/arrows or without?
[ATTACH=CONFIG]21063[/ATTACH]

[ATTACH=CONFIG]21065[/ATTACH]
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Post by: gimpster on Sat, 16 July 2011, 14:17:31
Quote from: keyboardlover;381537
Shipping was HELLA fast.
No joke on that. I was shocked how fast they crossed the ocean. He must've shipped it via some drug runner's boat. :)
Quote from: keyboardlover;381537
Which do you prefer? With lavendar wasd/arrows or without?
Definitely with. :)
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Post by: guilleguillaume on Sat, 16 July 2011, 15:46:12
Blues looks awesome on white keyboards.

\KL you should put on the lavender keycaps, without it looks boring.

I'm just impressed about the shipping time ...!!

Cactux! Cactux! :whoo:
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Post by: RiGS on Sat, 16 July 2011, 20:58:49
Quote from: awry;358158
The caps themselves are sub-dyed (Rigs, do not even bother to argue about this with me. So damn sick of your mannerisms, it's not even funny.) but they feel very very different. I do not know how to explain it. It's like they have a rubber coating on it. They feel really good. i'm not sure if this is how RF caps are gonna be from now on til i get my cap sets from Japan. But if this is how the new sets of caps are gonna feel. They are worth every penny.


Anyone can confirm this? Do they really feel different?
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 03:07:03
For Group BUY update take a look at post #1
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Post by: jinhan108 on Sun, 17 July 2011, 03:26:42
Hi Cactux,

I would like to order:
1 x Set Orange Topre Keycaps with Lettering
Location: Malaysia
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 03:53:09
Quote from: jinhan108;381883
Hi Cactux,

I would like to order:
1 x Set Orange Topre Keycaps with Lettering
Location: Malaysia

If I remember well I already replay to your original request. I am waiting to know how much is the shipping to Malaysia. I will try to get you that information ASASP
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Post by: GoodKnight on Sun, 17 July 2011, 04:09:59
Hi Cactux,

Can I place the following order:

1) 3 sets
2) White - Lettered
    Orange - Lettered
    Red - Lettered
3) USA - California

Any is there any ETA on getting the Blues and Yellows back in stock? :P

Thanks!
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 04:50:06
Quote from: GoodKnight;381892
Any is there any ETA on getting the Blues and Yellows back in stock? :P
Is hard to tell but as soon as I have any date I will post it
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Post by: applescript on Sun, 17 July 2011, 05:06:16
ANY pics of these sets on a 86u?
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 05:21:34
I was wondering if any of you guys are willing to split a red blank with me? . I was considering keeping the keycaps [A-Z] and the left CTRL. We can split this set among as many guys you would like. :grouphug:

Quote from: applescript;381904
ANY pics of these sets on a 86u?
Post 279

Quote from: GoodKnight;381892
Hi Cactux,

Can I place the following order:

1) 3 sets
2) White - Lettered
    Orange - Lettered
    Red - Lettered
3) USA - California

Any is there any ETA on getting the Blues and Yellows back in stock? :P

Thanks!

I sent you the payment instructions already check your PM
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 05:30:28
I was wondering if any of you guys are willing to split a red blank with me? . I was considering keeping the keycaps [A-Z] and the left CTRL. We can split this set among as many guys you would like. :grouphug:
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Post by: gimpster on Sun, 17 July 2011, 13:15:13
Quote from: RiGS;381759
Anyone can confirm this? Do they really feel different?


They seem to be a little more textured on the top than my original keys, but it's not a big difference and I kind of like the feel.
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Post by: gimpster on Sun, 17 July 2011, 13:19:27
Quote from: ripster;382066
If Topre changes the texture when they add different dyes then $150 was too much for these keys.

I mean THAT'S bad quality control.

It's not bad quality control if it's intentional...also, I think you're over-stating the difference, it's not substantial and quite frankly it could be just because the keyboard I got was used, so the original keys were worn a bit smoother already. I don't know.
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Post by: keyboardlover on Sun, 17 July 2011, 13:21:11
Ripster's jelly cuz he spent all his money on Chinese Engraved PBT's.

[video=youtube;3WWloVLRt24]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WWloVLRt24[/video]
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Post by: Chobopants on Sun, 17 July 2011, 14:17:08
Ripster - sprue marks are VERY well hidden. Can't see them from any angle on keys that are installed, had to open the box and look. The keys feel VERY similar to stock Topre keys. Since mine are essentially brand new I could do an easy side by side comparison and have trouble telling the difference. Would actually say its about the same. Now we just need to do a group buy for 103 key spacebars. I think a white one would look great on this board.

Also, I'm REALLY loving this board now that I can read the keys and it looks so beautiful now. Thanks again cactux, really made my day.

(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6150/5947037919_326c6975b1_z.jpg)
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Post by: Chobopants on Sun, 17 July 2011, 14:43:19
Thanks! It's my baby. Gibson Standard.

Someone returned a HHKB because of sprue marks? Man, some people.
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Post by: Chobopants on Sun, 17 July 2011, 17:28:19
I...what. Haha, how in the hell. Would be nice to know exactly which keys he thinks are wobbly in that picture.
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Post by: jinhan108 on Sun, 17 July 2011, 21:22:17
Quote from: Chobopants;382099
Ripster - sprue marks are VERY well hidden. Can't see them from any angle on keys that are installed, had to open the box and look. The keys feel VERY similar to stock Topre keys. Since mine are essentially brand new I could do an easy side by side comparison and have trouble telling the difference. Would actually say its about the same. Now we just need to do a group buy for 103 key spacebars. I think a white one would look great on this board.

Also, I'm REALLY loving this board now that I can read the keys and it looks so beautiful now. Thanks again cactux, really made my day.

Does this mean the spacebar on the set does not fit Realforce 103s?:S
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Post by: keyboardlover on Sun, 17 July 2011, 21:23:15
Quote from: jinhan108;382309
Does this mean the spacebar on the set does not fit Realforce 103s?:S


Correct :(

It's the shorter type...it only fits 87U, 104U, etc.
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Post by: jinhan108 on Sun, 17 July 2011, 21:32:06
Oh well, orange keycaps will still look pretty anyway :)

*Edit: By the way Cactux, I'm from Malaysia, not Malasia :S It won't say Malasia on the parcel will it?:S
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Post by: joysick on Sun, 17 July 2011, 21:54:12
can i pretty please haveee:

1x white lettered set
1x blank orange set
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Post by: cactux on Sun, 17 July 2011, 22:06:53
Quote from: jinhan108;382317
Oh well, orange keycaps will still look pretty anyway :)

*Edit: By the way Cactux, I'm from Malaysia, not Malasia :S It won't say Malasia on the parcel will it?:S
TYPO my mistake,  do not worry is going to the right country ;-)

Quote from: joysick;382331
can i pretty please haveee:

1x white lettered set
1x blank orange set

Working on it
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Post by: Chobopants on Mon, 18 July 2011, 19:14:23
Quote from: keyboardlover;382311
Correct :(

It's the shorter type...it only fits 87U, 104U, etc.

Yeah, I kind of really wish I had a 104 instead, I hate how wide the spacebar is and I use the right alt when plugged into OS X (for command) and the location of it just does not work for me. It's ok though because I never use that key in Windows so it makes a great gaming/surfing board.
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 18 July 2011, 19:14:44
GROUP 2 WILL BE OFFICIALLY CLOSE the 08/02/2011 and I WILL NOT TAKE :nono: ANY MORE ORDERS. Since I did this just for fun and it takes some of my spear time :wof:
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Post by: wanabe on Mon, 18 July 2011, 20:08:05
Cactux - count me in for round 2, these look awesome...

1) 1
2) blank, white
3) USA

if the yellow sets come back in stock, i'll take one of those too.
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Post by: cactux on Mon, 18 July 2011, 21:07:20
Quote from: wanabe;382968
Cactux - count me in for round 2, these look awesome...

1) 1
2) blank, white
3) USA

if the yellow sets come back in stock, i'll take one of those too.

Blank Whites are all gone :sorry:.
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Post by: applescript on Tue, 19 July 2011, 07:04:40
Group 2 means a new batch? If so,

1) 1
2) Lettered, Yellow
3) Singapore

Thanks!
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 19 July 2011, 07:12:35
Quote from: applescript;383264
Group 2 means a new batch? If so,

1) 1
2) Lettered, Yellow
3) Singapore

Thanks!

I already explained to you THERE ARE NO MORE YELLOW LETERRED NOR BLUES. It is written in the first post. Group 2 was made in order to split the batches, no because there are more sets coming. These sets are some sort of special edition (you can not find them even in Japan). Are they going to make more?? I do not know, Are they going to add more Colors?? I do not know.

They hold for me only the sets for group 1. For group 2 I am providing whatever is left.
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Post by: HungryPillow on Wed, 20 July 2011, 16:13:33
I'll take a set for my 87U.

1) Number of Sets: 1
2) Type (Lettering or blank) and Colors: White Lettered
3) Location (Country): Singapore


Thanks.
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Post by: cactux on Wed, 20 July 2011, 17:30:18
Quote from: HungryPillow;384234
I'll take a set for my 87U.

1) Number of Sets: 1
2) Type (Lettering or blank) and Colors: White Lettered
3) Location (Country): Singapore

Thanks.

DONE. Check your inbox
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Post by: TheProfosist on Thu, 21 July 2011, 02:54:30
i didnt see any for the HHKB Pro2 is this the case?
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Post by: JAMM0N on Thu, 21 July 2011, 17:44:52
They should fit but you wont be using all they keys.

1 set
letter red
USA

using for hhkb but cant use the othrr 17 caps sadly. a blue set eould be the secx

If they update you w blus let me know
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 21 July 2011, 17:54:57
Quote from: JAMM0N;384952
They should fit but you wont be using all they keys.

1 set
letter red
USA

using for hhkb but cant use the othrr 17 caps sadly. a blue set eould be the secx

If they update you w blus let me know

Just a note: the recommendation is to use blank keys if you're putting these on a HHKB because some of the printed key caps won't match up correctly on the HHKB. Just an FYI in case you want to change your order.
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Post by: jnsjr on Thu, 21 July 2011, 19:38:56
Are there any photos of an HHKB with these new replacement keys? I am really interested to see how the lettered modifier keys look!
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Post by: cactux on Thu, 21 July 2011, 22:07:04
ONLY ORANGE Blanks,  BLUES Blanks, and RED BLANKS/Lettered SETS ARE AVAILABLE!! (I do not have any ETA)


Quote from: jnsjr;385030
Are there any photos of an HHKB with these new replacement keys? I am really interested to see how the lettered modifier keys look!

You can not use Lettered in the HHKB Pro2 , you have to use Blanks.

I have not had the time to replace all the key caps , but I will do it next week

(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-ea49-34b0.jpg)(http://tapatalk.com/mu/3a601b9e-ea6c-8c2e.jpg)
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Post by: jpm804 on Thu, 21 July 2011, 23:59:40
Darn it .. no more White lettered...:Cry:

Thinking about the Red letter now
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 22 July 2011, 00:02:00
Quote from: jpm804;385128
Darn it .. no more White lettered...:Cry:

Thinking about the Red letter now

Hurry up man because they are flying:sleep:. BTW what board you have?
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Post by: jpm804 on Fri, 22 July 2011, 00:47:20
Quote from: cactux;385130
Hurry up man because they are flying:sleep:. BTW what board you have?

I will be getting a 86UB... i know that not all the keys will not fit especially the spacebar since these were made for the 87U
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Post by: Quest on Fri, 22 July 2011, 04:09:05
Hi,

Would like to join Group 2!

1) Number of Sets: 1
2) Type (Lettering or blank) and Colors: Red Lettered
3) Location (Country): Singapore

Also, can I just check what is the keycap puller here? Doesn't our topre keyboard come with one (for the red esc key)?

Like jpm804, I too have the 86UB. Will think of changing to 87 if the look is very nice, just for the spacebar. :P
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Post by: RiGS on Fri, 22 July 2011, 12:37:25
Quote from: Chobopants;382099
Ripster - sprue marks are VERY well hidden. Can't see them from any angle on keys that are installed, had to open the box and look. The keys feel VERY similar to stock Topre keys. Since mine are essentially brand new I could do an easy side by side comparison and have trouble telling the difference. Would actually say its about the same.

Show Image
(http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6150/5947037919_326c6975b1_z.jpg)


Huge kudos to Cactux & David!
I have recieved my blue lettered set today.

First of all I would call this SKY BLUE, and it looks amazing on either black and white cases.
The colour is nothing similar to what laggy-gaga posted.

BTW it took only 3 days to ship from South Korea to Hungary (almost 8162km (http://www.mapcrow.info/Distance_between_Budapest_HU_and_Seoul_KS.html) of distance).
I wish USPS would deliver my packages just as fast, but it usally takes 7-14 days.

The sprue marks are absolutely well hidden. I don't see any of those on the smaller keys.
The texture is smoother than the red keys I sold to litster, similar to the default whites I didn't like.
However the sky blue keys definitely have a kind of pleasant rubbery feel just like awry mentioned about his orange keys.
So far my feelings are mixed about these.
I will take some pictures later.
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Post by: JAMM0N on Fri, 22 July 2011, 12:44:37
alright

1 set
blue blanks
USA

$116 for a set?
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Post by: ambroise on Fri, 22 July 2011, 16:11:25
Hi,

Could you add me for the following:

1) 1
2) Lettering RED
3) USA

I think I missed the Orange and White Lettered by one day.
I was going to order those sets as well :hurt:
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Post by: cactux on Fri, 22 July 2011, 17:04:27
Quote from: JAMM0N;385377
alright

1 set
blue blanks
USA

$116 for a set?
The answer to your question is in post 1. Sorry blues are gone
Quote from: ambroise;385526
Hi,

Could you add me for the following:

1) 1
2) Lettering RED
3) USA

Once the you have the payment instructions you do not have more than 12 hrs to make the payment other wise they wont hold the set for you
Quote from: Quest;385190
Hi,

Would like to join Group 2!

1) Number of Sets: 1
2) Type (Lettering or blank) and Colors: Red Lettered
3) Location (Country): Singapore

Also, can I just check what is the keycap puller here? Doesn't our topre keyboard come with one (for the red esc key)?

Like jpm804, I too have the 86UB. Will think of changing to 87 if the look is very nice, just for the spacebar. :P

These sets do not come with keycap puller (reread post 1). Once the you have the payment instructions you do not have more than 12  hrs to make the payment other wise they wont hold the set for you

ONLY ORANGE Blanks,   and RED Blanks SETS ARE AVAILABLE!! (I do not have any ETA)


I have a single set of RED Lettered available and since Quest and ambroise contacted me at the same time and, in order to be fear who ever post  the message I WON first will get the RED lettered set.
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Post by: ambroise on Fri, 22 July 2011, 23:40:41
I WON.


By the way can I add 2 keycap puller to my order thanks.
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Post by: Quest on Fri, 22 July 2011, 23:43:21
not sure why we had to do this as i posted earlier before, but MO owner's rules. :)
lol, missed by a few minutes
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Post by: Quest on Fri, 22 July 2011, 23:48:57
Quote from: cactux;385557
These sets do not come with keycap puller (reread post 1).
I know they don't, but my question was if the one that comes free with our keyboards suffices? My 86UB came with a keycap puller (though I noted my 103UB didn't).
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Post by: jnsjr on Sat, 23 July 2011, 00:41:12
I am definitely interested in the red and orange blanks. I'd only use a few of the keys for my hhkb. If anyone is interested in the other keys, let me know! We can work something out.
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 23 July 2011, 01:01:19
Quote from: Quest;385738
I know they don't, but my question was if the one that comes free with our keyboards suffices? My 86UB came with a keycap puller (though I noted my 103UB didn't).
Yes!. I  do not like the Realforce keycap puller because it can scratch the keycaps.

Quote from: jnsjr;385761
I am definitely interested in the red and orange blanks. I'd only use a few of the keys for my hhkb. If anyone is interested in the other keys, let me know! We can work something out.

If you are considering getting the orange you shall hurry up, because I do not know if they are going to last very long. Almost all sets are gone
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Post by: cactux on Sat, 23 July 2011, 01:09:43
Quote from: jnsjr;385761
I am definitely interested in the red and orange blanks. I'd only use a few of the keys for my hhkb. If anyone is interested in the other keys, let me know! We can work something out.


If you are considering getting the orange you shall hurry up, because I do not know if they are going to last very long. Almost all sets are gone
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Post by: ambroise on Sat, 23 July 2011, 01:39:15
Hi Cactux,

Payment was sent.
Thank you.
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Post by: kinkng on Thu, 28 July 2011, 11:53:54
Hoping that someone can organize another group buy. I just got started with the Realforce and just missed the sets with letters by a few days. :doh:
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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 28 July 2011, 13:29:43
Quote from: kinkng;388780
Hoping that someone can organize another group buy. I just got started with the Realforce and just missed the sets with letters by a few days. :doh:

 
I don't think organizing the group buy is the issue. The issue is that these were a limited production run and it sounds like they've almost all been sold by now.
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 28 July 2011, 13:35:27
Even Koreans can't get these from Leopold.
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Post by: nizmic on Thu, 28 July 2011, 13:49:19
Received my keys yesterday.  Shipping was much faster than I expected; two days from South Korea to Chicago.

Thanks again for organizing this buy, cactux!

Here is a pic of my crazy-lookin 87U.

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Post by: gimpster on Thu, 28 July 2011, 13:51:07
All set for Halloween! :) I keed, I keed.
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Post by: RiGS on Thu, 28 July 2011, 13:59:46
Nice. Your white keys have a little bluish tint on my IPS.
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Post by: awry on Thu, 28 July 2011, 19:13:56
lol. busy man cactux. props.
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Post by: TheProfosist on Mon, 01 August 2011, 08:52:55
i may be interested in a set for my HHKB Pro 2 would they be compatible. i know that blanks are only available and was thinking of asking WASD Keyboards if he could engrave them for me. Also would these have the same feel as my current key caps?
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 02 August 2011, 04:28:29
Quote from: TheProfosist;390870
i may be interested in a set for my HHKB Pro 2 would they be compatible. i know that blanks are only available and was thinking of asking WASD Keyboards if he could engrave them for me. Also would these have the same feel as my current key caps?
Sorry man you are kind of late everything sold out.
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 02 August 2011, 04:57:37
THIS GROUP BUY IS OFFICIALLY CLOSED :closed_2: "08/02/2011" and I AM NOT TAKING :nono: ANY MORE ORDERS. ALL THE SETS ARE GONE

Quote
:pray2:THANKS A LOT TO ALL THE BUYERS FOR THERE SUPPORT AND THERE TRUST :rapture:
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Post by: RiGS on Tue, 02 August 2011, 06:49:42
Thanks again for organizing this awesome group buy!


For those of you interested, a few of us only need the keys for the tenkeyless Realforce, so I'm organizing a group sell on the lettered numpad keys.
I know a guy in Ireland how want to buy a few sets.
The price is around $50 USD.
I try to organize a better deal on the shipping buy sending a buch of sets from a single US geekhacker.

I already conctacted everyone from this thread who might be interested.

So far we have 3 sets.
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Post by: cactux on Tue, 02 August 2011, 08:24:29
Quote from: RiGS;391501
Thanks again for organizing this awesome group buy!


For those of you interested, a few of us only need the keys for the tenkeyless Realforce, so I'm organizing a group sell on the lettered numpad keys.
I know a guy in Ireland how want to buy a few sets.
The price is around $50 USD.
I try to organize a better deal on the shipping buy sending a buch of sets from a single US geekhacker.

I already conctacted everyone from this thread who might be interested.

So far we have 3 sets.

Thanks and good luck :-)
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Post by: CeeSA on Wed, 10 August 2011, 09:00:46
if someone would like to offer his original Topre black on white alphakeys plz contact me.
here is my WTB link:
Classifieds (http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?20850-Topre-Alphabet-KeyCaps-Black-on-White&p=396383#post396383)
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Post by: foliolio on Wed, 10 August 2011, 11:18:55
Quote from: RiGS;391501
Thanks again for organizing this awesome group buy!


For those of you interested, a few of us only need the keys for the tenkeyless Realforce, so I'm organizing a group sell on the lettered numpad keys.
I know a guy in Ireland how want to buy a few sets.
The price is around $50 USD.
I try to organize a better deal on the shipping buy sending a buch of sets from a single US geekhacker.

I already conctacted everyone from this thread who might be interested.

So far we have 3 sets.

If someone still has spare keys from these sets I'd be interested, yellow being the #1 preference but wouldn't turn down others.

Thanks.
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Post by: nastrox on Thu, 01 September 2011, 05:00:07
Any idea how can i get this fantastic keycaps?!?! i know this groupbuy is closed T.T i miss this boat..
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Post by: kohtachi on Fri, 02 September 2011, 12:17:20
DAMMIT!!!!! i missed it arg.
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Post by: litster on Fri, 23 September 2011, 10:54:36
While surfing taobao.com, I find this shop http://gamegear.taobao.com/ still lists a few Topre keycap sets.  It still has white and blue.  If you really want a set, find a taobao agent to help you.  It is ~$145US before shipping and agent fees.  Yikes!
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Post by: jrockroll on Fri, 23 September 2011, 20:02:41
if anyone's interested, im selling non-printed orange and red for 130+10 for shipping
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Post by: Kisakuku on Thu, 20 October 2011, 18:48:54
Iomania seems to have printed red, orange, blue and YELLOW sets in stock. I got the last yellow set yesterday, but I guess they had some cancelled orders.
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Post by: TheProfosist on Fri, 21 October 2011, 03:57:41
Quote from: Kisakuku;435678
Iomania seems to have printed red, orange, blue and YELLOW sets in stock. I got the last yellow set yesterday, but I guess they had some cancelled orders.
any clue on price? any non printed?
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Post by: Kisakuku on Fri, 21 October 2011, 04:02:25
$115 per set, $50 shipping. Only printed sets and yellows are already gone again.
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Post by: TheProfosist on Fri, 21 October 2011, 04:03:36
Quote from: Kisakuku;435929
$115 per set, $50 shipping. Only printed sets and yellows are already gone again.
that shipping is a killer.
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Post by: Kisakuku on Fri, 21 October 2011, 04:07:34
At least it's flat. Less than 72 hrs door to door from S. Korea to US is also nice.
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Post by: TheProfosist on Fri, 21 October 2011, 04:09:37
yea I think illl wait though there should be more sets available soon. I should and I trying to setup a group by to get blanks sets engraved for the HHKB by WASD
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Post by: jpm804 on Fri, 21 October 2011, 04:16:37
Quote from: Kisakuku;435929
$115 per set, $50 shipping. Only printed sets and yellows are already gone again.

Darn it missed out on the yellow printed again...
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Post by: Kisakuku on Mon, 24 October 2011, 13:47:25
EK has colored printed Topre 87U/104U keycap sets for pre-order. (http://geekhack.org/showthread.php?23287)