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geekhack Marketplace => Group Buys and Preorders => Topic started by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:35:18

Title: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:35:18
6/24 Dropped all packages off at the post office.
6/22 Done sorting/packing. Begin shipping.
6/21 All switches received. Beginning sorting / packing.
6/20 Box 1 of 2 has arrived from the distributor. Box 2 is due 6/21.
6/16 All switches have been ordered from the distributor and I am now awaiting shipment.

(http://www.daskeyboard.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2011/08/CherryMXClear.gif)

Cherry MX Clear Plate Mount MX1A-C1NN
$0.69 apiece

Shipping to CONUS: $5.80 small flat rate box (unless you buy more switches than will fit in it) via USPS
Shipping elsewhere: ask

I am in need of some Cherry MX Clear switches, and unfortunately, Pexon's recent GB fell through.
We have already reached OnlineComponents MOQ of 500 pieces for a total of $0.69 per switch:

Product Link (http://www.onlinecomponents.com/cherry-electrical-mx1ac1nn.html?p=11075427)

I am in the US. I am open to shipping international if all of my cost is covered. You cover shipping from me to you - thats it.

The maximum number of switches I'll order for this GB will be 1158. This is to keep shipping cost to 2x flat rate boxes ($400 max order per box). Total available is listed below.

Order Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1in4z6Y6gfRPIxyEVOvm0C7yTBJ5uR6OZqbA2HSKi1XI/viewform)

All Orders Paid
Dianoda
orlando
creambun
Smeagol_RP
elton5354
ray4jc
n0rvig
Glissant
Photoelectric
missalaire
watterrbottle
ComradeSniper
danielucf
JWK

Switch Totals
Max switches total for this buy: 1158
Ordered Switches: 1158
Switches available for order: 0
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: WhiteFireDragon on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:51:57
I've bought from clears from them before. Make sure you account for state tax. I believe they charge tax in most states.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SmallFry on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:54:44
Not saying that you are not trust worthy, but you are a new member to the site and people may be weary of buying.
Also, FWIW, ask JDCarpe for his TaoBao Clear source, I believe there was no MOQ and it was .50-something a switch IIRC.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Jocelyn on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:56:51

Also, FWIW, ask JDCarpe for his TaoBao Clear source, I believe there was no MOQ and it was .50-something a switch IIRC.

Cheaper than that, but it's dead.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SmallFry on Wed, 12 June 2013, 00:57:46
Boo, he had it just the other week!
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 01:03:50
Good point, WhiteFireDragon. Added the extra $0.06 to each switch to compensate.

Also a good point, SmallFry. I'm aware it is a long shot but it doesn't seem like there is anything else viable going on. Gotta start somewhere...
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SmallFry on Wed, 12 June 2013, 01:06:08
I understand also, GLWGB, of course. I didn't mean it in a bad way whatsoever. Always good to see new members jumping off the deep end. :D
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: ComradeSniper on Wed, 12 June 2013, 02:36:41
Are switches .79 each with or without tax? Anyway, I'm in.

edit: nevermind, reread the OP and got it now.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: 7bit on Wed, 12 June 2013, 05:07:01
Hey Ryan Uber!

Should you not reach the MOQ, I can help you out and send you the clears for 0.54 EUR (~$0.72) per switch, by end of July, for just 4 EUR ($5.31).

:-)
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:07:41
Updated post to be more clear about tax.

7bit, thanks, if this doesn't pan out, I'll definitely PM you about that! Curious, how many do you have available?
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:09:33
Updated post to be more clear about tax.

7bit, thanks, if this doesn't pan out, I'll definitely PM you about that! Curious, how many do you have available?

I'm pretty certain 7bits clear's are all pre-order and I already placed my switch orders from 7bit since pexon closed his group buy or else I'd offer to help with buying these.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:48:10

Also, FWIW, ask JDCarpe for his TaoBao Clear source, I believe there was no MOQ and it was .50-something a switch IIRC.

Cheaper than that, but it's dead.

Wish I'd seen this earlier :(
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Dianoda on Wed, 12 June 2013, 10:48:45
As far as I can tell, there is no sales tax from Mouser for shipping to Illinois - I'm tempted to just order 500 and sell what I don't need via classifieds, although I don't want to undermine the GB...

Shipping to the buyer from Mouser is pretty cheap, too - there is a $5 low cost USPS option (although I'd probably do the $7 USPS priority mail option).  So, 500 switches would cost $371.99, effective switch price would be approx 74.4 cents per switch.  Assuming GB participants don't order more than 100 or so switches, you could ship these out to US-based GB participants via a USPS priority mail small flat rate box for $5.15.

I also found onlinecomponents.com, which is a bit cheaper ($0.69 per switch for 500+): http://www.onlinecomponents.com/cherry-electrical-mx1ac1nn.html?p=11075427 (http://www.onlinecomponents.com/cherry-electrical-mx1ac1nn.html?p=11075427) - shipping for 500 switches would be $9.95, so $354.99/500 = about $.71 per switch - anyone ever use them as a vendor before?
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 11:14:18
Wow - sounds great Dianoda. I would also be interested in purchasing from onlinecomponents. If no one chimes in with anything negative about them, perhaps we should switch the vendor for this buy to them.

Looks like the cheapest postage rate within the US will be $6.35 via USPS. So with a $0.69 switch price and no tax, it seems like a pretty sweet deal.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: jdcarpe on Wed, 12 June 2013, 11:41:19
Boo, he had it just the other week!

Yeah, like a dummy I posted a link in the IRC, and now they are all gone. No one even said thanks.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SpAmRaY on Wed, 12 June 2013, 11:44:40
Boo, he had it just the other week!

Yeah, like a dummy I posted a link in the IRC, and now they are all gone. No one even said thanks.

Where they 'new' or 'used'?

And JD I sent you a pm yesterday! ;)
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 12 June 2013, 11:56:17
Bah...  I could have definitely gotten 60 switches if I'd known.  Great price :(
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: gliy on Wed, 12 June 2013, 11:58:13
Bah...  I could have definitely gotten 60 switches if I'd known.  Great price :(

I know how you feel man, finding clear switches aint easy!
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: n0rvig on Wed, 12 June 2013, 12:05:48
I'll sign aboard, and cross my fingers that this goes somewhere.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: orlando on Wed, 12 June 2013, 16:51:41
Wow - sounds great Dianoda. I would also be interested in purchasing from onlinecomponents. If no one chimes in with anything negative about them, perhaps we should switch the vendor for this buy to them.

Looks like the cheapest postage rate within the US will be $6.35 via USPS. So with a $0.69 switch price and no tax, it seems like a pretty sweet deal.
I'd be up for this!
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: danielucf on Wed, 12 June 2013, 17:19:49
Can anyone tell if either site charges tax to Florida? With toxic pushed so far back I could easily host a MX Clear buy.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 12 June 2013, 17:21:19
However this ends up happening, I'm interested in ~60 MX Clear switches that could be mounted in a Filco with a plate :)  As cheap as possible :D
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 22:05:28
We are already almost at the MOQ of 500. I updated the main post with total switches and orders so far. We could get this going even earlier than anticipated and get the $0.69/swich pricing if no one who has already ordered would object to buying from http://www.onlinecomponents.com/cherry-electrical-mx1ac1nn.html?p=11075427 (http://www.onlinecomponents.com/cherry-electrical-mx1ac1nn.html?p=11075427) instead of Mouser. Any opposed to changing vendors?
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 12 June 2013, 22:09:52
However this ends up happening, I'm interested in ~60 MX Clear switches that could be mounted in a Filco with a plate :)  As cheap as possible :D

I'm sure you already know this, but these are definitely Filco-compatible. I am typing on a set of these exact clears in a Filco right now.
Title: Re: [GB] Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Thu, 13 June 2013, 20:07:17
Updated main post to reflect OnlineComponents since there seems to be no hard feelings against them here. I have an inquiry in to them to confirm that the 1800 pcs displayed stock on their site is actually true. Will update here when they respond. Otherwise this is looking like it will be a go :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Photoelectric on Thu, 13 June 2013, 20:33:59
What is your plan for shipping and final costs per switch, Ryan Uber?

In other words, should I expect to pay for 60 switches shipped within continental U.S.?  $0.69 per switch does not reflect shipping cost to you--unless you won't be including that.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:01:14
Answer me please :(
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: ComradeSniper on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:05:44
Answer me please :(

I think your avatar scared him away.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:08:13
Answer me please :(

I think your avatar scared him away.

Okay, I'll change it :p
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:11:39
Shipping cost from the distributor to me will be around $10. I'd pay that to have them shipped to me anyways so I won't split hairs on this one - I'll take care of shipping from the distributor to me, you guys just need to cover from me to you.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: ComradeSniper on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:26:25
Shipping cost from the distributor to me will be around $10. I'd pay that to have them shipped to me anyways so I won't split hairs on this one - I'll take care of shipping from the distributor to me, you guys just need to cover from me to you.

Should be like $5 per person in the US at least, right?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Thu, 13 June 2013, 21:35:19
Yeah pretty close. I am thinking it will be about $6 average.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 01:18:36
Shipping to CONUS = $5.80 small flat rate box as pointed out by Dianoda. Updated main post with this.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: elton5354 on Fri, 14 June 2013, 02:08:02
Bubble envelope should be good enough to ship to Canada.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 02:41:37
Bubble envelope should be good enough to ship to Canada.

Yep - no problem at all. Looks like that can be arranged for $9.50.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 10:59:21
Everyone, I am thinking we might need to close orders now and get this order in. OnlineComponents has 1485 in stock now and we are at 985 switches. One purchase from OnlineComponents by someone else might wreck this GB.

Any opinions?

Edit: Nevermind -- I was looking at the wrong tab. Sorry!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:04:17
Everyone, I am thinking we might need to close orders now and get this order in. OnlineComponents has 1485 in stock now and we are at 985 switches. One purchase from OnlineComponents by someone else might wreck this GB.

Any opinions?

Edit: Nevermind -- I was looking at the wrong tab. Sorry!

Still what is the cut off going to be? Because it could happen that someone decides to go and buy all the switches...... :o
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:09:27
I am ready for cut-off now and getting that order in. Maybe we can cut it off at the end of today to allow anyone to change the number of switches etc. I'll start sending invoices today to speed this whole thing up if we close it early. I'll also update the main post with a note about this.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: naokira on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:28:02
i'd like to order don't close it yet :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Dianoda on Fri, 14 June 2013, 11:59:39
We should probably add the order deadline to the thread title (edit: include the timezone, too. ie, orders close 6/14 at 11:59PM CST, etc.).

Also, once we have the final order quantity, contact onlinecomponents for a shipping quote - it looks like shipping is not flat-rate if the order total is >$399.99.  Additionally, if the shipping quote is more than $19.90, we could just split the order in half to get the order totals to under $400 again (assuming the final order quantity is greater than 1000 switches and less than 1160 switches), in which case, each order would qualify for the $9.95 flat-rate shipping option they offer.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clear Lickity-Split Group Buy
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 12:25:24
We should probably add the order deadline to the thread title (edit: include the timezone, too. ie, orders close 6/14 at 11:59PM CST, etc.).

Also, once we have the final order quantity, contact onlinecomponents for a shipping quote - it looks like shipping is not flat-rate if the order total is >$399.99.  Additionally, if the shipping quote is more than $19.90, we could just split the order in half to get the order totals to under $400 again (assuming the final order quantity is greater than 1000 switches and less than 1160 switches), in which case, each order would qualify for the $9.95 flat-rate shipping option they offer.

Thanks Dianoda - excellent points. You must have done a few group buys before yourself. Updated the title, and waiting on a reply from onlinecomponents with the current numbers. I figure it will at least be a pretty good estimate, and if we end up with more switches being added we can go from there.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 12:30:41
Out of curiosity, would anyone have a problem moving the payment date up as well? The important thing is that we get the order completed soon. I guess it will be more apparent once the invoices are sent :) Hopefully most folks will move quickly.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 13:05:15
In response to me asking for a shipping quote on 1005 pcs:

Quote
Shaunna Dearborn, Jun 14 10:44 am (PDT):
Hello,

We dont provide quotes, the pricing is as listed online. If the order total goes over $399.99, it doesn't qualify for flat rate shipping so the total for shipping is unknown.

Thank you,

Shaunna D.
Onlinecomponents.com

Not very helpful... Anyone know what the typical weight of a cherry switch module is for estimation? Otherwise maybe the order split is a good idea so that at least the cost is known.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 14 June 2013, 13:07:43
In response to me asking for a shipping quote on 1005 pcs:

Quote
Shaunna Dearborn, Jun 14 10:44 am (PDT):
Hello,

We dont provide quotes, the pricing is as listed online. If the order total goes over $399.99, it doesn't qualify for flat rate shipping so the total for shipping is unknown.

Thank you,

Shaunna D.
Onlinecomponents.com

Not very helpful... Anyone know what the typical weight of a cherry switch module is for estimation? Otherwise maybe the order split is a good idea so that at least the cost is known.

If that's how it is then I'd just make sure each order is < $399.99
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: ComradeSniper on Fri, 14 June 2013, 13:48:30
In response to me asking for a shipping quote on 1005 pcs:

Quote
Shaunna Dearborn, Jun 14 10:44 am (PDT):
Hello,

We dont provide quotes, the pricing is as listed online. If the order total goes over $399.99, it doesn't qualify for flat rate shipping so the total for shipping is unknown.

Thank you,

Shaunna D.
Onlinecomponents.com

Not very helpful... Anyone know what the typical weight of a cherry switch module is for estimation? Otherwise maybe the order split is a good idea so that at least the cost is known.

If that's how it is then I'd just make sure each order is < $399.99

I agree.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Dianoda on Fri, 14 June 2013, 14:35:59
In response to me asking for a shipping quote on 1005 pcs:

Quote
Shaunna Dearborn, Jun 14 10:44 am (PDT):
Hello,

We dont provide quotes, the pricing is as listed online. If the order total goes over $399.99, it doesn't qualify for flat rate shipping so the total for shipping is unknown.

Thank you,

Shaunna D.
Onlinecomponents.com

Not very helpful... Anyone know what the typical weight of a cherry switch module is for estimation? Otherwise maybe the order split is a good idea so that at least the cost is known.

PCB Plate mount Cherry MX switches are approximately 1.6g per switch.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: orlando on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:15:21
Paid!

Thanks
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:16:59
Paid!

Thanks

That was super-fast! Thanks.

All orders invoiced. Please PM me if there is anything that doesn't quite look right. Lets do this!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:17:57
I'd like to sign up for 80 switches, please.  Will fill out the form now.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:23:23
I'd like to sign up for 80 switches, please.  Will fill out the form now.

Your 80 switch order will push the total number of switches over 1158, which will be a grand total of more than $800, which means that I would need to pay for 3x flat rate boxes. I was OK with handling 2 on my own but I can't do the 3rd without being compensated for distributor shipping to me. I mentioned this in the main thread. If you are ok with paying the distributor's cost of $6.95 extra for the extra switches, then I can definitely do this for you.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:24:46
Bah, I didn't realize we were at the cut off.  I was waiting until the last moment because I was considering a Ducky with Clears.  How many switches can I get to still be within the acceptable number?
--
Let me know if someone doesn't pay and I can get some of their switches.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:24:58
Paid  :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:26:01
Bah, I didn't realize we were at the cut off.  I was waiting until the last moment because I was considering a Ducky with Clears.  How many switches can I get to still be within the acceptable number?

It is in the main thread. There are only 23 that will fit into the original 2x flat rate boxes.

Edit: Also, with the extra ship cost, it still would be only the equivalent of $0.77 per switch which isnt bad. Hard to find them that cheap for that quantity.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:28:18
Paid!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:29:56
Bah, I didn't realize we were at the cut off.  I was waiting until the last moment because I was considering a Ducky with Clears.  How many switches can I get to still be within the acceptable number?

It is in the main thread. There are only 23 that will fit into the original 2x flat rate boxes.

Yup, missed that :(  Ok, well, as I mentioned, if anyone pulls out--let me know, please!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Dianoda on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:32:48
Paid, thanks.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 14 June 2013, 22:39:08
Bah, I didn't realize we were at the cut off.  I was waiting until the last moment because I was considering a Ducky with Clears.  How many switches can I get to still be within the acceptable number?

It is in the main thread. There are only 23 that will fit into the original 2x flat rate boxes.

Yup, missed that :(  Ok, well, as I mentioned, if anyone pulls out--let me know, please!

Sure thing!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: missalaire on Fri, 14 June 2013, 23:10:44
Are there any more switches left?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 14 June 2013, 23:16:03
Are there any more switches left?

How many do you need?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: missalaire on Fri, 14 June 2013, 23:41:50
Are there any more switches left?

How many do you need?

Like maybe 22-25.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 14 June 2013, 23:45:09
You can still order 23 switches from this GB, according to the fist post (at the very bottom).
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:02:17
Yep. 23 left and then we are at capacity. You *can* order more but you will need to pay the additional $6.95 to get them from the distributor to me.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: missalaire on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:07:30
Yep. 23 left and then we are at capacity. You *can* order more but you will need to pay the additional $6.95 to get them from the distributor to me.

I'll take the last 23 then I suppose.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:08:31
Right on - please submit the order form.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: missalaire on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:43:29
Right on - please submit the order form.

Filled.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (CLOSES 6/14 11:59PM CDT )
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 00:52:27
Right on - please submit the order form.

Filled.

Thanks - that was fast! I've sent your invoice.
Edit: I apologize - there was confusion with you and Glissant submitting at the last minute - Glissant submitted 30 minutes before you did - so I need to give him priority. You should have no invoices from me.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Glissant on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:25:35
Are you certain you invoiced missalaire, and not me? ;) Because I just paid an invoice from you for 23 switches.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:33:35
Are you certain you invoiced missalaire, and not me? ;) Because I just paid an invoice from you for 23 switches.

Either I am going crazy or you and missalaire had the same avatar about 20 minutes ago. Either way, I invoiced you, not missalaire, since you submitted it first.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Glissant on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:34:38
You might be going keyboard crazy; it happens ;).
Paid it up the minute I saw it.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 01:39:07
Yep you are clear. Sorry for any confusion.

I have placed order #1 with onlinecomponents. They will ship out on Monday. I will complete the second order with them as soon as the rest of the invoiced orders are paid.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: jdcarpe on Sat, 15 June 2013, 09:06:53
I ordered 100, but I'm going to give up my spot. Maybe missalaire and Photoelectric can agree to split them 25/75?

I just don't need them as much as some other people do. :)

Thanks for understanding. If for some reason you can't you can't sell them, Ryan Uber, let me know so I can pay the invoice.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 15 June 2013, 09:15:08
I would be happy to get 75 switches, if no one is ahead in line and you are sure :)  Thank you for offering!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: missalaire on Sat, 15 June 2013, 11:57:08
I'd be interested in the 25 if you're sure, JD.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 15 June 2013, 12:23:12
Sure thing! Thanks, JD. Very considerate of you.

missalaire, I still have your info, I'll be sending you an invoice for 25 shortly.
Photoelectric, I don't have your information anymore. Can you re-submit the form please?

Thanks!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 15 June 2013, 12:35:57
Done!

Thank you again, JD!!!!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: missalaire on Sat, 15 June 2013, 12:40:27
Thanks JD! <3

Sure thing! Thanks, JD. Very considerate of you.

missalaire, I still have your info, I'll be sending you an invoice for 25 shortly.
Photoelectric, I don't have your information anymore. Can you re-submit the form please?

Thanks!

I'll pay the invoice later today when I get off work :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 15 June 2013, 12:43:19
Paid my invoice!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: missalaire on Sat, 15 June 2013, 14:11:30
Just paid my invoice.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: jdcarpe on Sat, 15 June 2013, 14:34:46
You're welcome guys. I have a few clears, so I thought I would let others have a chance at some.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: watterrbottle on Sat, 15 June 2013, 23:30:32
Just paid!

Thanks for this GB. I had a hard time getting my hands on some clears before this
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sun, 16 June 2013, 14:00:43
I apologize for the delay, will have my payment in today.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sun, 16 June 2013, 21:46:24
Ok, paid.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sun, 16 June 2013, 23:48:23
Thanks everyone for the quick payment - just 2 more invoices to be paid and then I can complete the order!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: danielucf on Mon, 17 June 2013, 00:01:09
Paid, sorry for the delay. Wasn't home all weekend.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERS CLOSED - INVOICING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Mon, 17 June 2013, 00:12:50
Paid, sorry for the delay. Wasn't home all weekend.

No problem at all. Thanks for taking care of it.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Mon, 17 June 2013, 13:45:23
All invoices are paid up - thanks everyone! I've ordered everything from onlinecomponents, and now we wait...
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Mon, 17 June 2013, 17:26:17
...and now we wait...

Okay I'm waiting... just a little bit anxious.
(http://images.wikia.com/shrek/images/d/d4/Donkey-transparent.png)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: MKULTRA on Tue, 18 June 2013, 04:13:29
Hey if anyone decides they don't want their switches, I am looking to buy.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 21 June 2013, 06:54:15
All invoices are paid up - thanks everyone! I've ordered everything from onlinecomponents, and now we wait...

Did you they give you an idea on how long it would take for you to get the switches?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 21 June 2013, 11:47:30
Sorry - I haven't been posting updates as new responses. I was updating the main thread. I have box 1 of 2. The second box should arrive today. I already have all of the flat-rate shipping boxes. I think I'll be able to have all of them in the mail on their way to everyone by Monday. I'll do the counting and packaging this weekend.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 21 June 2013, 11:48:43
You da best! :)  Now I just need to find 10 more MX Clears (or MX Whites) so I can do a full keyboard.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 21 June 2013, 11:51:44
Photoelectric, I actually ordered 110 for myself, but decided to do an 92-key instead. If you want, I'll gladly part with 10x of my leftovers and include them in your package if you gift me $7.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 21 June 2013, 12:04:33
Yes, that'd be great, thank you!  I'll be able to do this in a few hours when I get home from work (around 6-7 eastern).
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Fri, 21 June 2013, 13:27:25
Sorry - I haven't been posting updates as new responses. I was updating the main thread. I have box 1 of 2. The second box should arrive today. I already have all of the flat-rate shipping boxes. I think I'll be able to have all of them in the mail on their way to everyone by Monday. I'll do the counting and packaging this weekend.

I never read the OP haha!

Thanks for the update! ;)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 21 June 2013, 14:46:06
Photoelectric, I actually ordered 110 for myself, but decided to do an 92-key instead. If you want, I'll gladly part with 10x of my leftovers and include them in your package if you gift me $7.

Done!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Fri, 21 June 2013, 14:56:44
Photoelectric, I actually ordered 110 for myself, but decided to do an 92-key instead. If you want, I'll gladly part with 10x of my leftovers and include them in your package if you gift me $7.

Done!

Awesome - I have a total of 85 MX clears for you. Sound right?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Fri, 21 June 2013, 15:16:51
Yes--thanks again!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (ORDERING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 22 June 2013, 00:47:42
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They're here! Sorting / packing begins now. Should be shipping Monday or Tuesday.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SORTING/PACKING)
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sat, 22 June 2013, 00:50:37
Sweet, I can't wait!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 22 June 2013, 06:32:33
About how many switches is that on your desk?  :o
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 22 June 2013, 07:48:44
That is some serious switch collection...
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Sat, 22 June 2013, 08:48:51
"Sweeeetch"!  ;D
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sat, 22 June 2013, 12:40:48
About how many switches is that on your desk?  :o

1,158.

Out of pure curiosity, what are people doing with their clear switches? Will you use the clear springs and stem? Will you take all of them apart to lube them?
Just curious because my first set of clears I just installed as-is and love them, but can't help but want to try ergo's.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 22 June 2013, 12:43:47
I'm probably putting in 65g springs into mine (or 62g).  I have a set of Krytox 103 and 201 oil/grease from Limmy and a couple bottles of Victorinox Multi-tool oil, so I'll be doing full lubing and stickering.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sat, 22 June 2013, 13:20:51
About how many switches is that on your desk?  :o

1,158.

Out of pure curiosity, what are people doing with their clear switches? Will you use the clear springs and stem? Will you take all of them apart to lube them?
Just curious because my first set of clears I just installed as-is and love them, but can't help but want to try ergo's.

I will be shipping them along with my phantom board and plate to be put together!!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Smeagol_RP on Sat, 22 June 2013, 16:11:04
Put in my QFR. There's only ABNT layout with MX blacks.

How much can I ask for my old blacks?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sat, 22 June 2013, 16:12:01
How much can I ask for my old blacks?

http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=31779.0
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: ComradeSniper on Sat, 22 June 2013, 23:18:26
I'll be pairing mine up with some 62g Korean springs and putting them in my Poker.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sun, 23 June 2013, 01:05:01
Ready for a trip to the post office on Monday! Taken with a Samsung Potato S.
[attachimg=1]

This group buy was pretty small, but has made me realize how much work people put into this kind of thing - especially at such massive scale like the Tai Hao GB. Elton is a brave man.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: UniClown on Sun, 23 June 2013, 01:06:18
Ready for a trip to the post office on Monday! Taken with a Samsung Potato S.
(Attachment Link)

This group buy was pretty small, but has made me realize how much work people put into this kind of thing - especially at such massive scale like the Tai Hao GB. Elton is a brave man.

I didn't partake in this GB but it seems to me that you did an outstanding job running this.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: The_Beast on Sun, 23 June 2013, 01:06:59
Ready for a trip to the post office on Monday! Taken with a Samsung Potato S.
(Attachment Link)

This group buy was pretty small, but has made me realize how much work people put into this kind of thing - especially at such massive scale like the Tai Hao GB. Elton is a brave man.

I didn't partake in this GB but it seems to me that you did an outstanding job running this.

Same thoughts here
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Sun, 23 June 2013, 01:17:44
Thanks! I appreciate the observations.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Sun, 23 June 2013, 02:37:10
Ready for a trip to the post office on Monday! Taken with a Samsung Potato S.
(Attachment Link)

This group buy was pretty small, but has made me realize how much work people put into this kind of thing - especially at such massive scale like the Tai Hao GB. Elton is a brave man.

One thing that makes it somewhat easier is using the small flat rate USPS boxes and printing shipping labels straight from PayPal.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Glod on Sun, 23 June 2013, 15:18:09
it took you just a couple weeks to get this done and yet i have been waiting for 180 clears from prof for over 4 months. hats off to you sir.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Sun, 23 June 2013, 15:24:37
Thank you for doing such a quick and thorough job with this GB!!!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: elton5354 on Sun, 23 June 2013, 15:26:17
Thank you for doing such a quick and thorough job with this GB!!!

+1 Great job!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: TheFlyingRaccoon on Sun, 23 June 2013, 23:49:19
Thanks! I appreciate the observations.

Please do another groupbuy. I don't even care what it is, this one was run so smoothly. I'm serious  :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: n0rvig on Mon, 24 June 2013, 00:45:58
This group buy was pretty small, but has made me realize how much work people put into this kind of thing - especially at such massive scale like the Tai Hao GB. Elton is a brave man.

Thanks for the effort Ryan Uber! That stack of boxes looks awesome. Can't wait.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Mon, 24 June 2013, 08:05:53
Got my tracking number this morning!!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 24 June 2013, 08:37:35
Got my tracking number this morning!!

Got mine as well!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPING)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Mon, 24 June 2013, 15:27:39
Dropped all packages off at the post office. Declared values on international packages as $30. The international postage rates didn't match up completely with the price I charged. The difference was ~$1 on each. If you are angry about that >_< please let me know via PM and I will make it right. Postage price is printed on the labels. I'll PM the tracking numbers on international orders this evening.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 24 June 2013, 15:34:53
<-- not international, but wanted to say that we should probably be paying YOU.  Because I don't think you included PayPal fees into the price, as when you requested money, you probably had to give up ~3% of each payment.  That's already $1.55 difference for 75 switches, and $2.07 for 100 switch-orders that you lost.

ETA: my numbers were off--corrected!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: elton5354 on Mon, 24 June 2013, 15:38:24
Did you mark it as gift? If you did, then the min value without being taxed is $60 for us. If not then it is less than $20.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Mon, 24 June 2013, 15:43:46
<-- not international, but wanted to say that we should probably be paying YOU.  Because I don't think you included PayPal fees into the price, as when you requested money, you probably had to give up ~3% of each payment.  That's already $2 difference for 75 switches, and $3 for 100 switch-orders that you lost.

That's generous, Photoelectric. It's cool though. I bought 90 clears from TheKeyboardCompany like 2 months ago and spent $130. I am still saving money compared with that transaction. I realized the paypal fee only after I had invoiced everyone. I'll account for it in future GB's.

Did you mark it as gift? If you did, then the min value without being taxed is $60 for us. If not then it is less than $20.

Marked all as gift.

Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Photoelectric on Mon, 24 June 2013, 16:03:46
Well, I for one will send you the fee I should have paid as a Gift Payment when I will get home!  It's only fair :)  (85 x 0.69) * 0.03 = $1.76 :) -- close enough!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 26 June 2013, 11:14:14
My switches are shown as having been delivered!  And I won't be home for another... many hours :(  Now I need to wait for my 62g springs I traded 65g springs for and a steel universal plate to be made / shipped (really hope it's not too far away)!  At least I can take a lot of time to properly lubricate everything :)
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 26 June 2013, 11:54:44
My switches are shown as having been delivered!  And I won't be home for another... many hours :(  Now I need to wait for my 62g springs I traded 65g springs for and a steel universal plate to be made / shipped (really hope it's not too far away)!  At least I can take a lot of time to properly lubricate everything :)

Nice! I am surprised at the speed of shipment on the $6 boxes. Pretty awesome. What case are you putting all of this stuff into?
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Photoelectric on Wed, 26 June 2013, 12:01:06
My awesome painted Filco "Copper" (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=44191.msg931818#msg931818) :)

USPS Priority Mail is quite good.  I really like it.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: orlando on Wed, 26 June 2013, 12:36:59
Got my switches today ;D
Thanks again for the super quick and awesome gb!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Wed, 26 June 2013, 12:48:34
Got my switches today ;D
Thanks again for the super quick and awesome gb!

You got it, bud! Thanks for your participation.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: JWK on Wed, 26 June 2013, 19:54:56
I also received my switches today.  Thanks Ryan, you made this exceptionally quick and easy.   
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: Ryan Uber on Thu, 27 June 2013, 01:21:25
I also received my switches today.  Thanks Ryan, you made this exceptionally quick and easy.

No problem, JWK!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: ComradeSniper on Thu, 27 June 2013, 20:02:05
I'm not at home, but tracking says that my switches arrived! I can't wait to change my Poker to ergo clears tomorrow.
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: elton5354 on Fri, 28 June 2013, 15:46:09
Just received mine. Thanks!
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: missalaire on Tue, 02 July 2013, 21:50:39
Got mine a week or so ago, thanks.

I find myself in need of more though now that I've acquired a Razer Orbweaver gaming keypad and am looking to get that modded with clears so if anyone's got any extras that they don't need and are willing to sell, I'm interested (looking for like 25 switches).
Title: Re: [GB] $0.69 Plate Mount MX Clears (SHIPPED)
Post by: SpAmRaY on Tue, 02 July 2013, 21:52:44
Got mine a week or so ago, thanks.

I find myself in need of more though now that I've acquired a Razer Orbweaver gaming keypad and am looking to get that modded with clears so if anyone's got any extras that they don't need and are willing to sell, I'm interested (looking for like 25 switches).

I've got some.