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geekhack Marketplace => Great Finds => Topic started by: ekeppel on Mon, 29 May 2017, 17:48:59

Title: [SOLD] IBM Model M 1391401 $45 shipped
Post by: ekeppel on Mon, 29 May 2017, 17:48:59

More from the same seller at similar prices.

http://www.ebay.com/itm/162533802976

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Title: Re: IBM Model M 1391401 $45 shipped
Post by: pixelpusher on Mon, 29 May 2017, 21:30:12

Need someone who knows model Ms to help me decide if I should buy this or not.  Is this a good deal??

Title: Re: IBM Model M 1391401 $45 shipped
Post by: JP on Tue, 30 May 2017, 06:37:04

Yep I would say this is a good price. They don't get much cheaper plus it's gone already. There are a lot of variants though so there are some things to lookout for. I would stay away from terminal keyboards as there is extra expense required to make it work with a modern computer. If you have never owned a Model M, part number 1391401 is what most people think of when talking about the Model M and is a great place to start. Also the earlier Model M's are known for their higher quality construction.

Model buyers guide: http://www.clickeykeyboards.com/model-m-buyers-guide/

Title: Re: IBM Model M 1391401 $45 shipped
Post by: pixelpusher on Tue, 30 May 2017, 07:13:27

Quote from: JP on Tue, 30 May 2017, 06:37:04

Yep I would say this is a good price. They don't get much cheaper plus it's gone already. There are a lot of variants though so there are some things to lookout for. I would stay away from terminal keyboards as there is extra expense required to make it work with a modern computer. If you have never owned a Model M, part number 1391401 is what most people think of when talking about the Model M and is a great place to start. Also the earlier Model M's are known for their higher quality construction.

Model buyers guide: http://www.clickeykeyboards.com/model-m-buyers-guide/

Much thanks, sir!