My girlfriend sent me this because of its stunning pink colour, and I must say, I'm quite taken with the weight design! As someone who's been a hobbyist since early 2017, I’ve a few observations that might help refine it for current enthusiasts.
- Front height: The 19.75mm front height, combined with the 2.5mm dimple feet, is rather unappealing. It feels a bit too high, making it uncomfortable to use without a wrist rest. Reducing it back to the 18mm range would offer a more comfortable and accessible feel without compromising the design.
- Gasket placement: The gasket tabs are positioned directly beneath the spacebar switch, which gives the spacebar a somewhat stiff, muted feel. At present, most designers are avoiding this placement to keep the spacebar more resonant—I’d recommend doing the same.
- Case screw positioning: The screws are slightly offset from the case, making them quite noticeable and, I must say, a bit distracting. This design also seems to require longer screws, which could lead to issues with thread stripping if less experienced hobbyists accidentally over-tighten.
- If the front height is difficult to reduce, consider thinning the weight down to about 2mm and using a flat-head screw, which would serve the same purpose as a countersunk screw. This could be a useful alternative to help lower the overall height.
Overall, with a few adjustments, I think this could be even more appealing to today’s audience.
GLWIC
