Author Topic: What did you get in the mail today? (Read 21266196 times)

missalaire · « **Reply #9950 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:04:07 »

Boston Red Sox cap + Mad Catz RAT 3 mouse

noisyturtle · « **Reply #9951 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:37:53 »

Go Sox, cowboy up!

infiniti · « **Reply #9952 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:57:15 »

Quote from: bueller on Thu, 11 July 2013, 09:08:31

Quote from: rurushu on Thu, 11 July 2013, 08:58:07
Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 07:40:42
Full-tuned vintage browns (and a clear) from GON:
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how does vintage browns feel compared with modern browns???

Also interested to know this, GON is currently pricing shipping for me on some!

For starters, the tactile bump on the vintage browns is noticeably smoother than the modern browns on my Shine II...perhaps due to the wear on the switch stem and / or the spring? :confused:

The switches from GON are also lubed so it might be the lube...I don't have lubed modern browns to compare them against.

I also have to swap out the blues on my QFR for the vintage browns...I'll most likely be able to draw better conclusions after that.

linziyi · « **Reply #9953 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:58:39 »

Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:57:15

Quote from: bueller on Thu, 11 July 2013, 09:08:31
Quote from: rurushu on Thu, 11 July 2013, 08:58:07
Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 07:40:42
Full-tuned vintage browns (and a clear) from GON:
Show Image

how does vintage browns feel compared with modern browns???

Also interested to know this, GON is currently pricing shipping for me on some!

For starters, the tactile bump on the vintage browns is noticeably smoother than the modern browns on my Shine II...perhaps due to the wear on the switch stem and / or the spring? :confused:

The switches from GON are also lubed so it might be the lube...I don't have lubed modern browns to compare them against.

I also have to swap out the blues on my QFR for the vintage browns...I'll most likely be able to draw better conclusions after that.

I never understand how to "swap" switches, do you desolder the old switches and solder in the new ones?

keymaster · « **Reply #9954 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:59:37 »

from techkeys.us

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #9955 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:59:49 »

Quote from: linziyi on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:58:39

Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:57:15
Quote from: bueller on Thu, 11 July 2013, 09:08:31
Quote from: rurushu on Thu, 11 July 2013, 08:58:07
Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 07:40:42
Full-tuned vintage browns (and a clear) from GON:
Show Image

how does vintage browns feel compared with modern browns???

Also interested to know this, GON is currently pricing shipping for me on some!

For starters, the tactile bump on the vintage browns is noticeably smoother than the modern browns on my Shine II...perhaps due to the wear on the switch stem and / or the spring? ???

The switches from GON are also lubed so it might be the lube...I don't have lubed modern browns to compare them against.

I also have to swap out the blues on my QFR for the vintage browns...I'll most likely be able to draw better conclusions after that.

I never understand how to "swap" switches, do you desolder the old switches and solder in the new ones?

Yes.

Unless you have a custom plate that allows for switch top removal, then you can swap the internals to try different stems and springs.

VesperSAINT · « **Reply #9956 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 14:15:09 »

Quote from: missalaire on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:04:07

Boston Red Sox cap + Mad Catz RAT 3 mouse

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Oh nice! Let us know how that mouse goes. If I didn't already have 2 mice I was using on the same computer, I definitely would have snagged one of those for $10.

tadbitnerdy · « **Reply #9957 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 14:22:26 »

IMG_3868 by tadbitnerdy, on Flickr

Glod · « **Reply #9958 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 14:49:55 »

@tadbitnerdy - i know feeling of getting a crap load of water cooling parts at once, i love that feeling. Good luck with the build!

---

So yesterday i got a 1991 model m in almost new condition except for the back, it was cleaned up and im typing on it now, i think it is great. http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33130.msg956314#msg956314

but today i just got in my $20 special from ebay (this sale http://www.ebay.com/itm/271220957108?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)

holy crap, this keyboard is from hell, it smells like mold and its covered in dirt, it says its made in 1995 (newer than my good one) in the UK (wasn't expecting that), and that the auction description says RJ45 but the connector i got is a PS/2 (also wasn't expecting that), the cable goes into the board and is not dis-connectable like my other one. i guess that is ok--it may make the soarer converter easier.

considering it is missing a cap, i might as well just buy a replacement set from unicomp, maybe in gray instead of pebble/pearl. then i can focus on cleaning the keyboard and not worry about the caps. oh god this is going to be an adventure.

snoopy · « **Reply #9959 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 14:53:02 »

Quote from: Glod on Thu, 11 July 2013, 14:49:55

@tadbitnerdy - i know feeling of getting a crap load of water cooling parts at once, i love that feeling. Good luck with the build!

---

So yesterday i got a 1991 model m in almost new condition except for the back, it was cleaned up and im typing on it now, i think it is great. http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33130.msg956314#msg956314

but today i just got in my $20 special from ebay (this sale http://www.ebay.com/itm/271220957108?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649)

holy crap, this keyboard is from hell, it smells like mold and its covered in dirt, it says its made in 1995 (newer than my good one) in the UK (wasn't expecting that), and that the auction description says RJ45 but the connector i got is a PS/2 (also wasn't expecting that), the cable goes into the board and is not dis-connectable like my other one. i guess that is ok--it may make the soarer converter easier.

considering it is missing a cap, i might as well just buy a replacement set from unicomp, maybe in gray instead of pebble/pearl. then i can focus on cleaning the keyboard and not worry about the caps. oh god this is going to be an adventure.

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After that big cleaning adventure, you will love and cherish the board even more...

yearn4 · « **Reply #9960 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:34:33 »

just got scammed. seller with 100% 684 feedback
http://www.ebay.com/itm/380670821735?ssPageName=STRK:MEWNX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1497.l2649

lists as new and i'm more than happy to pull the trigger for $42

i receive it and half the keys shine bright like a diamond.

i call him out for false advertising and he goes ahead and bses me looool

baldgye · « **Reply #9961 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:47:06 »

contact ebay support about false listing?

yearn4 · « **Reply #9962 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:48:07 »

i tried both ebay and paypal they said i have to pay the return shipping so i lose $10 shipping this pos

baldgye · « **Reply #9963 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:53:57 »

why is that, it's not your fault they lied about the condition of the item...

Tym · « **Reply #9964 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07 »

Picked up my new "Throne"

No Flash

Flash

foxer · « **Reply #9965 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:57:23 »

That's ****ing epic! How much was that badboy if you don't me asking, Tym?

Tym · « **Reply #9966 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:58:33 »

Got it in an Auction for £80 + fees about 15% I think. So £100, worth every penny. Although now totally broke.

JPG · « **Reply #9967 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:59:12 »

Quote from: Tym on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07

Picked up my new "Throne"

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WOA!

Now we need a picture of the KING sitting on his THRONE!!!

snoopy · « **Reply #9968 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:00:43 »

Quote from: JPG on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:59:12

Quote from: Tym on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07
Picked up my new "Throne"

No Flash
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WOA!

Now we need a picture of the KING sitting on his THRONE!!!

Maybe he bought it for his princess/queen?

Tym · « **Reply #9969 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:03:08 »

No princess unfortunately

Waiting on. Also can't take picture of myself, arms too short.

foxer · « **Reply #9970 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:03:59 »

Self-timer app! Geddit now.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #9971 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:05:08 »

Quote from: Tym on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07

Picked up my new "Throne"

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Needs more keyboards on it!!

Nice throne BTW!!

Jack Karneval · « **Reply #9972 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:08:00 »

Quote from: Tym on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07

Picked up my new "Throne"

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Say.... that's a nice throne you have there....

Tym · « **Reply #9973 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:08:37 »

@Spam
Thank you

@Jack
I knew it was a matter of time

foxer · « **Reply #9974 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:13:31 »

I'm 100% positive that Tym doesn't have the annoying face of Joffrey and certainly doesn't have the attitude.

Tym · « **Reply #9975 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:15:45 »

Why thank you <3

Jack Karneval · « **Reply #9976 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:20:41 »

Quote from: foxer on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:13:31

I'm 100% positive that Tym doesn't have the annoying face of Joffrey and certainly doesn't have the attitude.

Hah, I meant it as Joffrey might want to come and steal his throne

Tym certainly doesn't sound like someone who would run around having people beheaded or shooting hookers with crossbows anyway

Tym · « **Reply #9977 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:21:15 »

Quote from: Jack Karneval on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:20:41

shooting hookers with crossbows anyway

>.>

aggiejy · « **Reply #9978 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:23:23 »

Cowabunga!

I told my 6-year-old if he could learn proper touch typing, he could have his own keyboard. He's not fast, but perfect technique.

His caps came in today. Filco with Reds isn't a bad first keyboard for a young boy.

noisyturtle · « **Reply #9979 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:25:25 »

Quote from: Tym on Thu, 11 July 2013, 15:56:07

Picked up my new "Throne"

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Woah dude, that thing is metal as ****

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #9980 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:26:00 »

Quote from: Jack Karneval on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:20:41

Tym certainly doesn't sound like someone who would run around having people beheaded or shooting hookers with crossbows anyway

But we already know his conversations with girls involved apologies over blood loss.....so....yeah.....

Quote from: aggiejy on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:23:23

Cowabunga!

I told my 6-year-old if he could learn proper touch typing, he could have his own keyboard. He's not fast, but perfect technique. His caps came in today. Filco with Reds isn't a bad first keyboard for a young boy.

(Attachment Link)

This is awesome!!.......I've contemplated using keyboard keycaps to get my daughter to learn some things but it hasn't happened yet!

SeriouSSpotS · « **Reply #9981 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:26:23 »

Not bad at all.

nubbinator · « **Reply #9982 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:32:53 »

Got my Pure key cap set from CPTBadass today and got a DSA GH key and some crossword puzzles from him as well.

Quote from: aggiejy on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:23:23

Cowabunga!

I told my 6-year-old if he could learn proper touch typing, he could have his own keyboard. He's not fast, but perfect technique. His caps came in today. Filco with Reds isn't a bad first keyboard for a young boy.

(Attachment Link)

I wasn't a huge fan of that set when I first saw it, but it looks dead sexy on that white Filco. Love it.

smknjoe · « **Reply #9983 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 17:11:10 »

Quote from: aggiejy on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:23:23

Cowabunga!

I told my 6-year-old if he could learn proper touch typing, he could have his own keyboard. He's not fast, but perfect technique. His caps came in today. Filco with Reds isn't a bad first keyboard for a young boy.

(Attachment Link)

Lucky kid Aggie (and a good Dad.) Does he know who the Turtles are? If not, you know what you need to do next...

aggiejy · « **Reply #9984 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 17:45:58 »

He watched the old movie, and the newer one. And a bunch of shows. And has all the stuff... apparently they're making a comeback.

CPTBadAss · « **Reply #9985 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 17:50:23 »

Quote from: nubbinator on Thu, 11 July 2013, 16:32:53

Got my Pure key cap set from CPTBadass today and got a DSA GH key and some crossword puzzles from him as well.

Awww yeah, everything arrived safe I hope?

nubbinator · « **Reply #9986 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:21:25 »

Quote from: CPTBadAss on Thu, 11 July 2013, 17:50:23

Awww yeah, everything arrived safe I hope?

Looks that way. I can't wait for my PCB so I can put it together. I'll finally be putting my harvested Reds to use, albeit with different springs.

kelske · « **Reply #9987 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:23:12 »

87u 55g!

This: http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=45098 is happening tonight!

Acetrak · « **Reply #9988 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:45:00 »

Nice, I'm planning to make the same mod and some other stuff to my hhkb =)

CPTBadAss · « **Reply #9989 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:51:16 »

Quote from: nubbinator on Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:21:25

Looks that way. I can't wait for my PCB so I can put it together. I'll finally be putting my harvested Reds to use, albeit with different springs.

I demand you post pictures. DEMAND IT.

Tym · « **Reply #9990 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:52:07 »

*Upset CPTBadass didn't like his chair*

Sifo · « **Reply #9991 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:55:28 »

v2 of the keychain from techkeys.

I originally got my v1 directly from whoever makes them (forgot their name, sorry dude!)

But the build quality wasn't as good and the colors kinda sucked.

Comparison here

And the little piece at the back that holds the chain broke off really easily. The new one is much thicker/reinforced.

You can find my collection here: http://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=33170.msg957544#msg957544

nubbinator · « **Reply #9992 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:58:02 »

Quote from: CPTBadAss on Thu, 11 July 2013, 18:51:16

I demand you post pictures. DEMAND IT.

Once it's all assembled and I decided on LED colors, it will be posted with pics.

The_Beast · « **Reply #9993 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 19:17:35 »

A blue on light gray cherry PBT partial set.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #9994 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 20:56:12 »

Some safety glasses and some solder.

infiniti · « **Reply #9995 on:** Thu, 11 July 2013, 23:37:54 »

Quote from: SpAmRaY on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:59:49

Quote from: linziyi on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:58:39
Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 10:57:15
Quote from: bueller on Thu, 11 July 2013, 09:08:31
Quote from: rurushu on Thu, 11 July 2013, 08:58:07
Quote from: infiniti on Thu, 11 July 2013, 07:40:42
Full-tuned vintage browns (and a clear) from GON:
Show Image

how does vintage browns feel compared with modern browns???

Also interested to know this, GON is currently pricing shipping for me on some!

For starters, the tactile bump on the vintage browns is noticeably smoother than the modern browns on my Shine II...perhaps due to the wear on the switch stem and / or the spring? ???

The switches from GON are also lubed so it might be the lube...I don't have lubed modern browns to compare them against.

I also have to swap out the blues on my QFR for the vintage browns...I'll most likely be able to draw better conclusions after that.

I never understand how to "swap" switches, do you desolder the old switches and solder in the new ones?

Yes.

Unless you have a custom plate that allows for switch top removal, then you can swap the internals to try different stems and springs.

Thanks for picking up my slack Ray! It's been a busy day at work...5 more hours to go...

@linziyi Please note that you still need to desolder all the switches in order to install the custom plate...and then solder all the switches back on.

Rendom · « **Reply #9996 on:** Fri, 12 July 2013, 01:10:30 »

GMK purple mods!

rowdy · « **Reply #9997 on:** Fri, 12 July 2013, 05:53:48 »

Something purple:

And something green and white:

And some multi-coloured things:

The magenta Fn keys actually look more like a really nice shade of pink

And I have already lost one set of RGB power buttons to my 6yo.

foxer · « **Reply #9998 on:** Fri, 12 July 2013, 07:20:22 »

Potato pics ahoy!

CPTBadAss · « **Reply #9999 on:** Fri, 12 July 2013, 07:58:05 »

All those purples

Congrats foxer!

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Author Topic: What did you get in the mail today? (Read 21266196 times)