IBM Model M clone - rubber dome?

[Tarzan]

Ran across this Model M look-alike, the keycaps seem identical to the one I have, but the mechanism under the keycap looks completely different.  Is this just an adapter allowing the keyboard to use standard Model M keycaps on a rubber dome keyboard?



Seller says it's a 1989 model, I didn't think they started making these in membrane versions until later in the 90's. 

[joules]

More photos?

[bazemk1979]

weren't those switches called space invaders?

[Parak]

Fujitsu peerless

[SmallFry]

Fujitsu peerless

Yuuuuup.

[Tarzan]

Thanks for all replies!  Sounds like an interesting board, and the asking price is decent ($29.99 + $13.00 shipping) but I think I'm going to pass.  Too many other switch types to try, not to mention sitting in my home office...   

Pics:




On Ebay, if anyone's interested.  Seller says it's relatively rare, as it's branded as a Grid Desk unit, Grid being mostly known for their high-end executive laptops (80's vintage).  Looks very clean, wish I'd run across this one before buying four different Alps boards! 

http://www.ebay.com/itm/200906950960?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

[SmallFry]

They're really nasty switches, IMO.

[Tarzan]

Yep, these look like Fujitsu switches (from Ripster's Vintage Switch guide):



Also: "From Webwit: "The good. The bad. The Fujitsu Peerless! The only mechanical switch designed to feel like a rubber dome. Nice click though.""

Heh!   )

[poxeclipse]

I got three Fujitsu with Peerless, one is modified. Here are the other two.
The keycaps can be used as covers for IBM two-piece caps, with some cleaning inside.

[tricheboars]

what does this switch feel like? is it tough like the buck?

[poxeclipse]

what does this switch feel like? is it tough like the buck?

Much softer than BS, with actuation under 45g. Very light and nice to type, I guess the word is 'relaxing'. For someone coming from IBM Model M or F, it is a pleasant surprise, for the layout is identical to a 104 IBM, but the feel is soft.
For me, the problem was the large front bezel, which I cut to a smaller width. I'm using it now without the top shell case and with the base plate cut shorter, and it feels okay. But, keep in mind, that my daily driver is an F-122. It is a very good board for heavy typing work.
If one would classify the Model M as a 'manly' keyboard, than I would say Fujitsu peerless is an 'intelligent' keyboard: it let's you type, without bothering you with touch feel, bump, or click. It doesn't feel cheap at all, on the contrary, it has some elegance in it.
I understand why some people love it and others don't. I like it.