Welcome to GeekHack!Okay, i'll keep that in mind.
That's still a very good rubber dome board and it also looks to be in great shape. The true test is if you like it.
As far as buckling springs go, look for a nice Model F, you won't be disappointed.
Just a friendly warning though: model Fs might be the best click for you buck, they do only come on keyboards with obsolete layouts.Okay, but i'm starting to think that buying a unicomp keyboard is my best shot. I'm wondering, i'm thinking of either getting the ultra classic or just the classic, but i'm not entirely sure what the difference is besides having the windows and function key. I don't really need any of them, and i prefer to get the classic, but if the ultra classic is built better and more stable and has better tactile response, i can get the ultra classic. What should i get? The ultra classic or the classic?
Just a friendly warning though: model Fs might be the best click for you buck, they do only come on keyboards with obsolete layouts.Okay, but i'm starting to think that buying a unicomp keyboard is my best shot. I'm wondering, i'm thinking of either getting the ultra classic or just the classic, but i'm not entirely sure what the difference is besides having the windows and function key. I don't really need any of them, and i prefer to get the classic, but if the ultra classic is built better and more stable and has better tactile response, i can get the ultra classic. What should i get? The ultra classic or the classic?
Okay, i'm getting ready to order a classic 102 key. But i'm going to wait before buying it so i can think this through, but everything is ready, i just need to say the word.Just a friendly warning though: model Fs might be the best click for you buck, they do only come on keyboards with obsolete layouts.Okay, but i'm starting to think that buying a unicomp keyboard is my best shot. I'm wondering, i'm thinking of either getting the ultra classic or just the classic, but i'm not entirely sure what the difference is besides having the windows and function key. I don't really need any of them, and i prefer to get the classic, but if the ultra classic is built better and more stable and has better tactile response, i can get the ultra classic. What should i get? The ultra classic or the classic?
I've got one of each: a Classic 101 ps/2 (was called "Customizer" at the time I bought it) and an Ultra Classic 104 USB. (As well as various other Model Ms, both new and used.)
Apart from the Windows keys of course, the main difference is that the classic has the same construction as the old IBM model Ms, therefore I could cannibalise it for parts.
They're both superb keyboards. I'd recommend either one, depending on which one has features to suit you.
(And BTW, I've also got a rubber dome Model M manufactured by Lexmark and branded "Ambra", probably similar to yours, and yes it is a fine rubber dome. You should keep it -- could come in handy!)
Okay, i'm getting ready to order a classic 102 key. But i'm going to wait before buying it so i can think this through, but everything is ready, i just need to say the word.
Well, i like the feel of this large model m, and the classic 102 is cheaper, and because i live outside the US, i save a few bucks on the tax.Okay, i'm getting ready to order a classic 102 key. But i'm going to wait before buying it so i can think this through, but everything is ready, i just need to say the word.
Cool.
There's one other thing I would like to add. In terms of the key area dimensions, the Ultra Classic is identical to the Classic and every other model M. I lined my Ultra Classic up against an old white label model M, and the key area size, height, curve of the backplate etc. are identical. And even though it's a bit lighter, it's still very heavy compared with other boards. It's still a model M; the only difference is that they've cut the shell down to a more compact size.
Whether that's better or not is a matter of preference. I like my big ass old model Ms; but on the other hand, the Ultra Classic leaves more room on my desk, and looks more modern. And it still has the classic feel. So either is great, IMHO.
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Thank you all for recommending this keyboard for me! I'm very pleased with it, i'm type alot faster and more accurate with it, i used to type 60-65 wpm, but now i type 70-75 wpm! It might be a placebo-effect, but whatever it is, i'm glad i bought this keyboard! I'd recommend this keyboard to everyone! Well, except maybe those who hate the loud click... But i'll be using this keyboard for typing and gaming. Hopefully, i will also use it the rest of my life. /sorry for bumping
Model Ms are really subpar for gaming imo.
But if it works for you, great !