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geekhack Community => Keyboards => Topic started by: jabar on Sun, 10 March 2013, 21:49:33

Title: Mechanical keyboards in China
Post by: jabar on Sun, 10 March 2013, 21:49:33

What keyboards see exclusive distribution in China that would be worthwhile to acquire?

I will be in China for some time and will be exploring the large electronics markets in Shenzhen. I've read a few threads here concerning availability (Taobao vs. kiosk shops) and pricing, and have searched around the internet (ripster has some decent info).

I am also interested in seeing if vintage Cherry G80 boards can be found.

Title: Re: Mechanical keyboards in China
Post by: tp4tissue on Sun, 10 March 2013, 22:11:02

what are you planning to pick up..?

Title: Re: Mechanical keyboards in China
Post by: jabar on Sun, 10 March 2013, 23:14:04

I don't really have anything I specifically want.

Title: Re: Mechanical keyboards in China
Post by: heedpantsnow on Sun, 10 March 2013, 23:46:00

There are a ton of vintage boards on TB.  Many are priced way more than they should be, but if you're looking for something specific it might be worth a try.

At many of the computer cities they have the computer recycling shops that have piles of KB's, mouses, monitors, etc.  But you never know what works and what doesn't.