Hi there, geekhackers!Personal preference but I really like the looks of the hammer case! Welcome to Geekhack btw!
I just placed an order for a Poker II with brown cherries and PBT caps (whites), and just wanted to know your thoughts on what custom case is best (and where to get them) for the poker.
I'm particularly interested in thick aluminum/alloy or durable resin/plastic materials for the case. I don't mind if it's heavy as it will be on my desk most of the time.
Thanks! :)
Thanks for the suggestions guys. They all look stunning! :thumb:
I forgot to mention, I also prefer the minimalist design. I'm looking for a flat and simple design (something like a bento box). So far I like the Tex model. :p
Just curious though, are there FMJ premiums still available for sale?
Thanks for the suggestions guys. They all look stunning! :thumb:
I forgot to mention, I also prefer the minimalist design. I'm looking for a flat and simple design (something like a bento box). So far I like the Tex model. :p
Just curious though, are there FMJ premiums still available for sale?
If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
Didn't pexon have leftovers from his GB?Thanks for the suggestions guys. They all look stunning! :thumb:
I forgot to mention, I also prefer the minimalist design. I'm looking for a flat and simple design (something like a bento box). So far I like the Tex model. :p
Just curious though, are there FMJ premiums still available for sale?
If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
Didn't pexon have leftovers from his GB?Thanks for the suggestions guys. They all look stunning! :thumb:
I forgot to mention, I also prefer the minimalist design. I'm looking for a flat and simple design (something like a bento box). So far I like the Tex model. :p
Just curious though, are there FMJ premiums still available for sale?
If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
Anyway I think they had the same design as the tex ones though they where only 60$
:thumb:If you're into the low profile look then there are basically two options:
1) TEX 60% case
This comes in aluminum (MK.com (http://mechanicalkeyboards.com/shop/index.php?l=product_list&c=44)) and acrylic (Massdrop (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)). You'll have to wait until someone sells their acrylic case on the classifieds since the buy on MassDrop is over. Or perhaps they'll run the buy again?
2) Vortex Pure Case
This case original came with the Limited Edition Pure (more here (https://www.massdrop.com/buy/tex-acrylic-cnc-keyboard-case)), but there's a Vortex GB running that Pexon is running (http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=47776.0) and there are some extras.
As for the FMJ cases, until they do another run, the only way to find them is on the classifieds.
Hoper that helps!
I can show some pics for TEX acrylic CNC case.Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/QBjwudR.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/DsrkfqA.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/UqxpvyY.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/d1E1Wex.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/CQXX98d.jpg)
about 2nd, this GB case isn't the same as Pure LE. the original Pure LE case is CNC, and this is molded by die casting.
I really like the TEX design... how I wish the side walls have uniform thickness (at least 5mm) :-\
I really like the TEX design... how I wish the side walls have uniform thickness (at least 5mm) :-\
If you're referring to the slightly larger bottom bezel on the TEX case and how you don't like it, then the Aluminum KBT Pure case would be perfect.
The Pure case has that same minimalist, low profile design and the sides on my poker with its plate are flush which is a really nice effect.
I have one in my hands right now! (although I'm not gonna sell it)
I can show you these:
Left is TEX 60% case, right is Pure LE caseShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/KmTwhJr.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/WWp7unQ.jpg)
My bonus, with metal feetsShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/PnzwGhv.png)
For sure! Tex is milled aluminium while pure is casting.I can show you these:
Left is TEX 60% case, right is Pure LE caseShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/KmTwhJr.jpg)Show Image(http://i.imgur.com/WWp7unQ.jpg)
My bonus, with metal feetsShow Image(http://i.imgur.com/PnzwGhv.png)
Wow these are nice alu cases. Thanks for sharing. Looks like the TEX has the better/smoother build quality?
For sure! Tex is milled aluminium while pure is casting.
What would be the closest case to a original poker/pure case, but in aluminium, that is not low-profile.The one from Taobao is the Hammer case, sold out a long time ago.
Looking for - Thin walls, lowest height (meaning keycaps are as close to the table as possible), while having full height walls to cover up the switches.
Taobao has this case that looks neat, simple and fits the description. Might be what your after, but I don't know how to go about obtaining this.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.169.6a5164&id=20250730167
There was thread on these too http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48748.0
What would be the closest case to a original poker/pure case, but in aluminium, that is not low-profile.
Looking for - Thin walls, lowest height (meaning keycaps are as close to the table as possible), while having full height walls to cover up the switches.
Taobao has this case that looks neat, simple and fits the description. Might be what your after, but I don't know how to go about obtaining this.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.169.6a5164&id=20250730167
There was thread on these too http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48748.0
What would be the closest case to a original poker/pure case, but in aluminium, that is not low-profile.
Looking for - Thin walls, lowest height (meaning keycaps are as close to the table as possible), while having full height walls to cover up the switches.
Taobao has this case that looks neat, simple and fits the description. Might be what your after, but I don't know how to go about obtaining this.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.169.6a5164&id=20250730167
There was thread on these too http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48748.0
The one from Taobao is the Hammer case, sold out a long time ago.
I doubt you'll be able to find one. You could try lurking around Elton's duck viper and eagle ic thread. Apparently he's bringing in some duck mini v2s and light pads. Those have more heft if I'm correct.What would be the closest case to a original poker/pure case, but in aluminium, that is not low-profile.
Looking for - Thin walls, lowest height (meaning keycaps are as close to the table as possible), while having full height walls to cover up the switches.
Taobao has this case that looks neat, simple and fits the description. Might be what your after, but I don't know how to go about obtaining this.
http://item.taobao.com/item.htm?spm=a230r.1.14.169.6a5164&id=20250730167
There was thread on these too http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=48748.0
The one from Taobao is the Hammer case, sold out a long time ago.
Anyone selling their hammer? ;D