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Title: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:26:30
I don't really have anything in depth in mind for today's KTOD. Was in a thread talking about the GON/Vicky/Corsair K65 style cases and thought this might be fun. Do you like...

or bent sheet metal designs
(http://geekhack.org/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=38847.0;attach=13516;image)
from mkawa (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=57507.0)

or CNC milled cases
(http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7371/12351342645_cb9f5ee41b_b.jpg)
from photekq (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=54422.0)

or Plastic Cases
(think Filco or Ducky style)


or something else I didn't list? Why do you like that case?


Personally, I love the milled block cases like the KMAC or TEK80 or LZ-GH. It's so heavy and I just *love* having a slab of Aluminum 6061 on my desk. It makes my inner engineer so happy. And I really enjoy the weight of them. But I also think that the layered cases from Matt30's customs or the Epsilon/jdcarpe styled two-plate cases are cool.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: qwack on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:30:24
Aesthetically, the Ducky/Filco case looks best to me. The thing is, most cases make the keyboard sit too high for me, so I'm working on a no-case solution to fit my needs ;D
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:31:19
That could be really cool. If your plate and PCB had holes to be able to pass some legs through it so you could adjust the height and angle but didn't need a case?
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Photekq on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:32:02
356CL, 360corsa, 356mini, any Cherry G80-1xxx/2xxx/3xxx
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: exitfire401 on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:32:29
CNC Milled are my absolute favorite. My Digilog case is the most solid case I've ever touched, and I love it. I would love it if somebody would come out with an HHKB case as well. A close second are GON's cases. I love the minimal design and the way the light shines through the sides.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: CPTBadAss on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:33:52
Oh I can't believe I didn't mention it before, but I distinctly remember looking at the Duck Mini V1 case with the card suits when I first started. That **** was and still is awesome. Loved that case and that little extra flair with the suits.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: epzy on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:33:53
Duck Viper, Hammer and KMAC 2's cases are some of my favorites.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Defect on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:51:09
GON cases look sick for 60 boards.
Supposedly Milled Aluminium is best for feel (someone please PM me and tell me it's worth!)

I love the look/options of 3 piece layered acryllic cases, but will admit that they are not the best.  Still tho...
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: qwack on Wed, 04 June 2014, 13:07:29
Quote from: CPTBadAss on Wed, 04 June 2014, 12:31:19
That could be really cool. If your plate and PCB had holes to be able to pass some legs through it so you could adjust the height and angle but didn't need a case?

Yes, that would be a way to do it. But in that case (pun not intended), we're not talking about "case design" anymore  ;D
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: nubbinator on Wed, 04 June 2014, 14:33:54
I need to try a milled case (and want a hammer case), but I'm in love with wood cases right now.  My Pure is in a wood case right now (http://www.geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46979.msg995992#msg995992)  and  have another one for my GH60/FaceW (just a sample pic since mine will be walnut, red gum, or cedar) (http://www.geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46979.msg1095210#msg1095210).  I just love how wood cases.feel and sound.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: badboybry9000 on Wed, 04 June 2014, 14:56:50
I'd have to say CNC milled. They look awesome and feel solid.

Although I think Filco cases look pretty nice too.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Defect on Wed, 04 June 2014, 15:40:49
Quote from: nubbinator on Wed, 04 June 2014, 14:33:54
I need to try a milled case (and want a hammer case), but I'm in love with wood cases right now.  My Pure is in a wood case right now (http://www.geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46979.msg995992#msg995992)  and  have another one for my GH60/FaceW (just a sample pic since mine will be walnut, red gum, or cedar) (http://www.geekhack.org/index.php?topic=46979.msg1095210#msg1095210).  I just love how wood cases.feel and sound.

I've got a block of cedar I'm working on right now, but waiting for the Face-W for fitting and final sanding.  Did you use a solid block or fit pieces together?  Sorry if it's in your links.  At work and limited to browsing slowly.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Puddsy on Wed, 04 June 2014, 15:44:55
The Skeldon. I need it in my life.

And the new KUL keyboard has a neat case.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: t2russo on Wed, 04 June 2014, 16:21:19
I've owned more milled cases (5), than plastic (4).  Not that it speaks to my preference or anything.

ps. KOTD is a great idea to keep chat fresh!
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Razor Lotus on Wed, 04 June 2014, 16:35:17
The CNC milled hammer case is my favourite
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: newchemicals on Wed, 04 June 2014, 17:21:07
The CNC milled cases look very nice to me.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: dorkvader on Wed, 04 June 2014, 18:19:17
I like the platecase. Like the original DOXkb and the samwisekoi GH75 you have pictured. GON has one now as well, I think.

It's a combination of minimal, rigid, and awesome. I think it's a tragedy that aluminum plates aren't bent down at the edges like commercial plates are. Increasing the moment of inertia is really great and would help them a lot. The platecase, ofcourse, does not have this issue.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Flyersfan1 on Wed, 04 June 2014, 18:41:23
Quote from: Razor Lotus on Wed, 04 June 2014, 16:35:17
The CNC milled hammer case is my favourite
me too, i think it's the best looking 60% case out there.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: 0100010 on Thu, 05 June 2014, 14:08:31
I have an eye for the boards that don't have cases.  Either ones that are the just the keys mounted to a plate, or ones that are very minimal cased - like a poker.

Of course, this is all while my daily driver is a Unicomp with a 'classic' case....
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Moosecraft on Thu, 05 June 2014, 14:19:49
CNC cases for sure, not really a fan of the GON/exposed plates on cases.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: mashby on Thu, 05 June 2014, 16:35:27
Heavy CNC'd cases are my favorite by far. Since I'm a fan of 60% boards, having something that small and that heavy is just a slice of heaven. I've tried other aluminum cases that aren't heavy, like the TEX 60% (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/10845886495/in/set-72157637648341384) and the MKC 60% (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/10197509944/in/set-72157636409457214) and I don't like them as much. They are still a step up from a plastic case, but the heavier the better in my book.  :cool:

My Favorites
1. Duck Poker v1 with the brass weights (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/9634719361/in/set-72157635316703396/) and Poker Suit (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/9634720241/in/set-72157635316703396) is a work of art

2. The Hammer 60% (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/9860756125/in/set-72157635599375244) is a beast (heavier than the Duck Poker) and a little nicer quality. In fact, I wish I had a second one in silver since they're such a great case.

My Wish List
1. FMJ Design One with Poker Suits (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47067.0), in Black.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Findecanor on Thu, 05 June 2014, 18:26:31
I think that:
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Thu, 05 June 2014, 18:41:33
60%: 356Mini is pretty much heaven, KMAC Happy HHKB layout
TKL: Most 356 series boards, Original Kmac, KMAC 2 (if only it had blockers), LZ S
100%+: TRIK X, G80-1000, G80-3000
Ergo: G80-5000, upcoming matias ergo

Quote from: mashby on Thu, 05 June 2014, 16:35:27
My Favorites
1. Duck Poker v1 with the brass weights (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/9634719361/in/set-72157635316703396/) and Poker Suit (https://www.flickr.com/photos/compactkey/9634720241/in/set-72157635316703396) is a work of art

God damn would I kill to own one of these :[

Wish I had one of these
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: dorkvader on Thu, 05 June 2014, 19:52:05
Quote from: Dubsgalore on Thu, 05 June 2014, 18:41:33
KMAC 2 (if only it had blockers)

it does.
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/KMAC/KMAC2/5ad64303481875f571619288bf5cab9a.jpg)
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Photekq on Thu, 05 June 2014, 19:54:38
He means dedicated blockers. Me and him both hate the look of those removable ones..
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: tribade on Fri, 06 June 2014, 00:32:49
I'm a huge fan of KMAC cases.  I love mine, and another is one the way  :thumb:  I'm a sucker for aluminum now.  I love the weight and how durable it feels.  I hope my Duck Viper will feel the same whenever that GB comes around.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Beca on Fri, 06 June 2014, 01:01:43
I love the chunky metal KMAC cases. I also love the Orion TKL with the acrylic band that allows the side LED's to shine through...so nice.
Title: Re: KTOD - Favorite case design?
Post by: Dubsgalore on Sat, 07 June 2014, 12:02:21
Quote from: dorkvader on Thu, 05 June 2014, 19:52:05
it does.
Show Image
(http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y146/eddie84/OCN/Mech%20keyboard%20club/KMAC/KMAC2/5ad64303481875f571619288bf5cab9a.jpg)


Quote from: Photekq on Thu, 05 June 2014, 19:54:38
He means dedicated blockers. Me and him both hate the look of those removable ones..

^^