first time using the model m what was it like

[ANightOnCloudNine]

for me it sounded like

[rowdy]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

[rowdy]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

I have four of them here, I should use them more but I'm breaking in this CODE keyboard before I take it in to work.

I was using an SSK at work until someone complained quite bitterly about it.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

I have four of them here, I should use them more but I'm breaking in this CODE keyboard before I take it in to work.

I was using an SSK at work until someone complained quite bitterly about it.

Lol, do you know any good deals on where to get a model m? even if it's a low quality modern one, i could mod it.

[rowdy]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

I have four of them here, I should use them more but I'm breaking in this CODE keyboard before I take it in to work.

I was using an SSK at work until someone complained quite bitterly about it.

Lol, do you know any good deals on where to get a model m? even if it's a low quality modern one, i could mod it.

The only source I know sold her business and retired (AFAIK).

You can have a look through classifieds, or maybe even eBay (two of mine came from eBay).

[njbair]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

I have four of them here, I should use them more but I'm breaking in this CODE keyboard before I take it in to work.

I was using an SSK at work until someone complained quite bitterly about it.

Lol, do you know any good deals on where to get a model m? even if it's a low quality modern one, i could mod it.

If you are willing to mod it, it's worth waiting for a good deal. Set up an eBay saved search for "IBM model m" or similar, and wait until you find one at the price you want to spend. I got mine for $40, but that seems to be on the low side for eBay.

If you can find a nearby computer recycling center, that might be a good place to look as well. If you can pick it up locally you'll save on shipping.

[raymogi]

My SSK should be arriving any minute now. Have mixed feelings on how it's going to feel like to type on it after typing on my buttery smooth 55g Topre.

I LOVE the sound it makes though.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

The first time was probably years ago and I have forgotten.

The first time recently felt like I was coming back home to keyboards again, it was everything that MX blue and green was trying to be.

Heh, I only used the keyboard once and it was like 3 years ago.

I have four of them here, I should use them more but I'm breaking in this CODE keyboard before I take it in to work.

I was using an SSK at work until someone complained quite bitterly about it.

Lol, do you know any good deals on where to get a model m? even if it's a low quality modern one, i could mod it.

If you are willing to mod it, it's worth waiting for a good deal. Set up an eBay saved search for "IBM model m" or similar, and wait until you find one at the price you want to spend. I got mine for $40, but that seems to be on the low side for eBay.

If you can find a nearby computer recycling center, that might be a good place to look as well. If you can pick it up locally you'll save on shipping.

Thanks, I'm gonna head to a bunch of thrift shops then and look for the keyboards. Wish me luck.

[fohat.digs]

Thanks, I'm gonna head to a bunch of thrift shops then and look for the keyboards. Wish me luck.

You will be supremely lucky if you find a Model M in a thrift shop.

I recommend buying a new Unicomp. While most people agree that quality control has slipped since the Reagan era, a Unicomp is a real true Model M built on the same equipment in the same factory as the vintage ones.

Plus, you can get colors, more compact layout, native USB, Windows keys, and - a warranty.

See how you like that before you move into vintage stuff.

[Snowdog993]

Thanks, I'm gonna head to a bunch of thrift shops then and look for the keyboards. Wish me luck.

You will be supremely lucky if you find a Model M in a thrift shop.

I recommend buying a new Unicomp. While most people agree that quality control has slipped since the Reagan era, a Unicomp is a real true Model M built on the same equipment in the same factory as the vintage ones.

Plus, you can get colors, more compact layout, native USB, Windows keys, and - a warranty.

See how you like that before you move into vintage stuff.

I agree with you here fohat.  Another thing is you can get the 103-key model with the Win/Menu keys as well.  Kinda nice to have if you need them.  I'd just recommend the Classic (not Ultra-Classic) so you know what you're getting yourself into as well.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

Thanks, I'm gonna head to a bunch of thrift shops then and look for the keyboards. Wish me luck.

You will be supremely lucky if you find a Model M in a thrift shop.

I recommend buying a new Unicomp. While most people agree that quality control has slipped since the Reagan era, a Unicomp is a real true Model M built on the same equipment in the same factory as the vintage ones.

Plus, you can get colors, more compact layout, native USB, Windows keys, and - a warranty.

See how you like that before you move into vintage stuff.

See I would but a lot of people complain about the quality control like the plastic not being molded as good as the original or keys being crooked and stuff, plus I'm a gamer too so a PS/2 connector allows full n key rollover which is dear to my heart.

[fohat.digs]

plus I'm a gamer too so a PS/2 connector allows full n key rollover which is dear to my heart.

The QC issues are real but minor. I would not even blink at that particular issue, unless I was seriously into it.

Forget using a Model M for gaming if you need more than 2KRO.

Get a Model F for NKRO.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

plus I'm a gamer too so a PS/2 connector allows full n key rollover which is dear to my heart.

The QC issues are real but minor. I would not even blink at that particular issue, unless I was seriously into it.

Forget using a Model M for gaming if you need more than 2KRO.

Get a Model F for NKRO.

Hmmmm, looking at stuff about the model f makes me like it, they're both great keyboards.

[Snowdog993]

Thanks, I'm gonna head to a bunch of thrift shops then and look for the keyboards. Wish me luck.

You will be supremely lucky if you find a Model M in a thrift shop.

I recommend buying a new Unicomp. While most people agree that quality control has slipped since the Reagan era, a Unicomp is a real true Model M built on the same equipment in the same factory as the vintage ones.

Plus, you can get colors, more compact layout, native USB, Windows keys, and - a warranty.

See how you like that before you move into vintage stuff.

See I would but a lot of people complain about the quality control like the plastic not being molded as good as the original or keys being crooked and stuff, plus I'm a gamer too so a PS/2 connector allows full n key rollover which is dear to my heart.

Forget about N key rollover with a Model M keyboard.  It is just 2 key rollover.  That is just gamer hype to be honest.  You will understand once you start using a Model M.  Another thing, I did post a picture of my Unicomp PS/2 Model M.  You can zoom to full resolution with it and see the key characters for yourself.  It's not bad and the keyboard can be had for under $100.
This is an excellent deal for a buckling spring keyboard.

[ANightOnCloudNine]

plus I'm a gamer too so a PS/2 connector allows full n key rollover which is dear to my heart.

The QC issues are real but minor. I would not even blink at that particular issue, unless I was seriously into it.

Forget using a Model M for gaming if you need more than 2KRO.

Get a Model F for NKRO.

are there any ansi versions of the model f?