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Title: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: smalltock on Wed, 06 November 2013, 12:18:49

I dropped my original requirements/specifications because I realized that they weren't really necessary and I no longer desire to have those features.  I'm in the market for a keyboard with blue switches and the ISO layout.  I haven't ever been an ISO user, as I live in the United States, but I make frequent use of the backslash and rather like the new location of it on ISO boards.  The layout just appears more appealing, considering my typing tendencies.  Are there any good ISO boards with blue, green, or brown switches that can be purchased in the United States?  I haven't done a whole lot of searching yet, myself, but I figured it can't hurt to get suggestions from those more knowledgeable.  If it can be helped, I'd like minimal staggering on the keys, as well.  Ergonomic options are definitely welcome :)  Preferably around the same price as the CMStorm QFR or the Rosewill RK-9000.  With or without a number pad.  I use it but also wouldn't mind going tenkeyless.

Thank you guys in advance for your input!  Much appreciated!  :D
-SmallTock

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: 1pq on Wed, 06 November 2013, 12:58:00

Quote from: smalltock on Wed, 06 November 2013, 12:18:49

I make frequent use of the backslash and rather like the new location of it on ISO boards.  The layout just appears more appealing, considering my typing tendencies.

Hmm, I wonder why I guy named SmallTock would need to use pipes a lot... :P

I'm not sure, but you may be able to find a cherry G80-3000 on ebay with an iso layout. I've never used one, but it was used for the DAS II and is supposed to be built very well.

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: smalltock on Wed, 06 November 2013, 13:06:50

Teehee ;D
It's not a huge concern.  It's just something I think may be beneficial in the long run.  If I can't find anything, I'm either going to buy the ISO WASD v2 or the ANSI Rosewill RK-9000, depending on my budget at that point.  Thank you for the suggestion.  It's very much appreciated :)

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: smalltock on Sun, 10 November 2013, 15:10:10

Are there any other suggestions?  I may be able to afford the WASD v2, but I'd like a cheaper option if there is any.  I'm sure there are cheaper options, the problem is that most of them won't ship ISO models to the United States, correct?  I thank all that have helped me on this forum so far and all that will help me with this topic :)

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 11 November 2013, 00:42:15

Are you looking for TKL or fullsize?

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: genkidama on Mon, 11 November 2013, 02:51:07

Quote from: Linkbane on Mon, 11 November 2013, 00:42:15

Are you looking for TKL or fullsize?

Quote from: smalltock on Wed, 06 November 2013, 12:18:49

With or without a number pad.  I use it but also wouldn't mind going tenkeyless.

He is looking for either.

Unfortunately I can't help you, but wish you good luck in finding something cheaper! :)

Title: Re: Looking for my first mechanical keyboard again.
Post by: Linkbane on Mon, 11 November 2013, 10:39:07

Oops, didn't see that. The classifieds are a good place to find a European QFR/etc. for decent prices. The discount should offset the shipping.
However, if you do want a new board, WASD seems to be the best bet. As a note, one of the Steelseries keyboards has a large L-enter, but they all use MX Black so you would never want it anyways.  ;)