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Offline SH1

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IBM Model F AT
« on: Tue, 31 January 2012, 15:55:19 »
I recently got a used IBM Model F AT in quite good shape.  It really is incredibly responsive.  The SysReq key, probably not much used, especially feels amazing, but even the well used home keys are more responsive than the keys of the Model M I bought NIB.

All that said, it is really loud, even compared to the M.  And I'm wondering if the M, which still has an excellent, if humbler, implementation of those world beating buckling springs is a better compromise...
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« Reply #1 on: Tue, 31 January 2012, 19:09:04 »
I'm not sure I can understand the question.

I use the numpad, arrow keys, home cluster, etc, so I really like a full-size, conventional layout.

But the Model F does have a distinct feel and sound that nothing, not even the Model M, can compare to.

Flossing the springs is the easiest and cheapest way to quieten it down, and is easily reversible.
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« Reply #2 on: Wed, 01 February 2012, 02:38:00 »
Quote from: ripster;504705
I feel your ping.


Buckling Spring (especially capacitive) ping is the music for my ears.
I like slightly heavier feel of Model M more than Model F though.
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