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Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: Atenacius on Tue, 19 July 2011, 12:50:10
Hi guys, I was wondering if anyone had a red esc key with white lettering for a Model M. I assume this would have to be doubleshot and Unicomp does not produce this key.
Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: litster on Tue, 19 July 2011, 13:40:45
I don't think Unicomp does double shots.  But they do red ESC keys with non white lettering.
Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: Atenacius on Tue, 19 July 2011, 14:05:02
Yeah I've already contacted them about what they can and can't do. It's a shame because I would really like a red ESC key with white lettering. I might be able to just get one from Signature Plastics and remove the stem but I'm not sure if it will fit over the bottom cap.
Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: Atenacius on Tue, 19 July 2011, 14:33:09
So what do you think? Mod either the Topre or SP key to fit? The Topre's got the best lettering, crisp and clean but the SP's got the white lettering that I want.
Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: Atenacius on Tue, 19 July 2011, 16:21:09
Quote from: ripster;383484
I'll update the pics under Sig>Mods>Keys>Make Any Key Into Model M Compatible post when I get a chance and you can decide for yourself.

http://geekhack.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=10384&stc=1&d=1275067599

That picture is exactly why I want the white lettering. It looks so awesome.

Also, I'm glad that you've provided that link in your signature. It definitely makes my life a lot easier.
Title: Red Esc Key w/ white legend for IBM Model M
Post by: Atenacius on Mon, 25 July 2011, 20:10:58
Bumping to see if anyone has a red ESC key with black legends. I originally planned on buying it from Unicomp but I don't really want anything other than that key and they have a minimum of $10 for orders