IBM Model M equivalent?

[fragment]

Hi,

Would a 'DAS Model S Professional Keyboard' be an equivalent or suitable replacement for an IBM Model M?

Thanks.

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[keyboardlover]

Hi,

Would a 'DAS Model S Professional Keyboard' be an equivalent or suitable replacement for an IBM Model M?

Thanks.

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Depends what you want to replace it with. If you want to replace it with nearly the identical thing, go with ripster's advice. The Model S (Silent) has brown cherries, which are mechanical, tactile, non-clicky switches. Because they're non-clicky, they don't make a lot of noise. They feel a lot different from bucking springs (the switches that the Model M uses).

[didjamatic]

Fragment, welcome to geekhack!

Can you tell us more about what you want?  Model M's are all over ebay, so if it's a M you seek, check there.  If you're wanting something similar or different, help us understand what you are looking for.

[fragment]

Thanks! I actually ended up purchasing the Das Keyboard Model S Professional Silent. Loving it! Trying to do some research to see if they have any custom keycaps.

[keyboardlover]

Thanks! I actually ended up purchasing the Das Keyboard Model S Professional Silent. Loving it! Trying to do some research to see if they have any custom keycaps.

Nice choice...I like cherry browns. Glad you found a good replacement.