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Title: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: Frenir on Mon, 28 April 2014, 15:59:28
I have the chance of buying this Model M for about 50$ (although it's nordic layout), Is there something you can see that is wrong with etc. Or should i just go ahead and buy it?

(https://i.imgur.com/nt2Exb6.jpg)
(https://i.imgur.com/TsjYdqY.jpg)
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:01:06
Looks like it's in pretty reasonable shape (especially judging by the cord), I'd pick it up, not sure how rare those layouts are though.
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: Frenir on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:10:19
Quote from: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:01:06
Looks like it's in pretty reasonable shape (especially judging by the cord), I'd pick it up, not sure how rare those layouts are though.

I added a picture of the label if that help defining the rarity of the layout. Wikipedia says that it was only in production for two years.
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:15:36
Do you type that layout or do you just want it for your collection?
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: Frenir on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:17:14
Quote from: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:15:36
Do you type that layout or do you just want it for your collection?
I am danish, so both I guess :)
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:18:43
Then I wouldn't pass on it, it's newer but in quite lovely condition. Even if I had to pay a little shipping on top it still seems like a solid value.
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: Puddsy on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:22:30
Quote from: jwaz on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:18:43
Then I wouldn't pass on it, it's newer but in quite lovely condition. Even if I had to pay a little shipping on top it still seems like a solid value.

^^^^^

jwaz knows his stuff when it comes to model ms

I agree with him on this. That board looks almost new.
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: fohat.digs on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:34:51
Model M prices have been going up lately.

$50 + shipping is probably good, particularly for uncommon layout. $50 including shipping is very good.
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: Frenir on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:41:07
Quote from: fohat.digs on Mon, 28 April 2014, 16:34:51
Model M prices have been going up lately.

$50 + shipping is probably good, particularly for uncommon layout. $50 including shipping is very good.
We live in the same area, so no shipping costs :)
Title: Re: Should i buy this Model M ?
Post by: rowdy on Mon, 28 April 2014, 20:34:39
You could be waiting a long time for another one to turn up - go for it!