[GB] Filco SPH Hi-Pro Doubleshot keyset - (Closed - ALL Shipped)

[joneslee85]

This GB is now CLOSED and SHIPPED - Thanks




(GB) Official FILCO Spherical High Profile Doubleshot keyset (104 ANSI key version)

Filco is now selling the spherical double-shot keycap for Filco keyboards, compatbile with all Filco made keyboard and also other Cherry MX keyboards. This high quality keyset features 104 keys with ANSI layout only and is a nice addition to your keyset collection. Official Japanese site can be found here http://www.diatec.co.jp/shop/2cmold/.

Thanks @vardhana for the following additional info:

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IMPOTANT : Stabilizer inserts are glued on the key.
Keycaps are made by Signature Plastics.
Esc and tilde rows are SP's SA row 2.
Tab, Caps Lock, Shift and bottom rows are SP's SA row 3 .

Please be careful with profile if you mix with other SA keycaps (e.g. from Round 4)




PRICE: $70AUD + Shipping (from Sydney, Australia) - as GIFT GIFT GIFT please
EDIT: as GIFT or  include 3.41% of total sum if pay as GOODS

NOTE: Please payment in Australian Dollar


DEADLINE: 6/12/2013



Order by filling this form:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1RP7xETMasi83Ui9qsDOtGt4j3IMNZaC1YIl2yWJ47L0/viewform

Please make payment to joneslee85@gmail.com:

as GIFT or  include 3.41% of total sum if pay as GOODS


Shipping Fee Estimation:

* Normal non-tracking to US ~ 30 - 35AUD (could be cheaper as 20 AUD - depending on your region)
* Tracking to US ~45AUD
* Other region, please PM me, for Sydney mates, pickup is available


Orders:

1. Elrick PAID and RECEIVED
2. Ar3s PAID and RECEIVED
3. DelKey PAID and RECEIVED
4. skuko PAID and RECEIVED

[nilpt]

Is the ISO not only for JP?
There is a mention to 108 keys...

[joneslee85]

Is the ISO not only for JP?
There is a mention to 108 keys...

This is 104 key version, I don't have 108 key version

EDIT: sorry I was mistaken, the JP has ISO enter layout. So this GB doesn't offer ISO layout

[stoic-lemon]

I didn't realize how reasonably priced these were here. I think I will get a set soon.

GLWGB

[vardhana]

[ key and ] key are upside-down and reversed in first pic of OP. 

IMPOTANT : Stabilizer clips are glued. We can't separate them from keycap. (Maybe we don't need to do this.)

[goobus]

[ key and ] key are upside-down and reversed in first pic of OP. 

IMPOTANT : Stabilizer clips are glued. We can't separate them from keycap. (Maybe we don't need to do this.)

Should probably include this in the op

[Elrick]

Very interested in filling some of my Filco's with some cheap keysets.

Thanks for organizing this buddy  .

[vardhana]

I forgot to mention about key profiles.

Keycaps are made by Signature Plastics.
Esc and tilde rows are SP's SA row 2.
Tab, Caps Lock, Shift and bottom rows are SP's SA row 3 .

Please be careful with profile if you mix with other SA keycaps (e.g. from Round 4)

[Belfong]

Why do this when there is Round 5 and Penumbra, both are same SA profile.

[HendyZone]

Why do this when there is Round 5 and Penumbra, both are same SA profile.

but this is so cheap )

[IPT]

Its pretty much 1:1 aud:USD right? Maybe I'm missing where a full set at close to $100 shipped is cheap. Cheap would be the taobao ones lol

[jdcarpe]

Why do this when there is Round 5 and Penumbra, both are same SA profile.

Some people like white on black keycaps. They go well with just about any color keyboard case. And there is no waiting for these to be manufactured.

Also, R5 has no HONEY/ALPHA/BLACK, so this is your only option for an all-black set.

Its pretty much 1:1 aud:USD right? Maybe I'm missing where a full set at close to $100 shipped is cheap. Cheap would be the taobao ones lol

Depends on what your definition of cheap is. I feel that ~$100 is pretty much standard for a full set. Neither cheap nor expensive.

[SpAmRaY]

So these are only good for costar stabilizers right?

[HendyZone]

So these are only good for costar stabilizers right?

since for the large key stabilizer insert are glued, so yes good for costar
so no need plastic on stab for SP keycap right )

[jdcarpe]

So these are only good for costar stabilizers right?

You could probably break the stabilizer inserts out of the keycaps, even if they are glued.

so no need plastic on stab for SP keycap right )

wut?

[Glod]

damn these things look so nice and clean looking, font isn't wacky. Sure i like the themed sets but like JD said, black goes with just about every case color and not everything has to be all flashy.

hopefully i can put together the money.

[tmk1207]

Price about 65$ in Vietnam

http://01.net.vn/filco-high-profile-doubleshot-keycap-set#noi-dung

[vardhana]

Why do this when there is Round 5 and Penumbra, both are same SA profile.

Some people like white on black keycaps. They go well with just about any color keyboard case. And there is no waiting for these to be manufactured.

Also, R5 has no HONEY/ALPHA/BLACK, so this is your only option for an all-black set.

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Its pretty much 1:1 aud:USD right? Maybe I'm missing where a full set at close to $100 shipped is cheap. Cheap would be the taobao ones lol

Depends on what your definition of cheap is. I feel that ~$100 is pretty much standard for a full set. Neither cheap nor expensive.

I guess the color is TAA.
Only keycaps, it looks like black. On Majestouch 2 Black case, it looks a little different from the black.

So these are only good for costar stabilizers right?

Yes. FILCO says

This part cannot be removed.
There is a possibility that the parts may be damaged as shown in the picture right when you try to pry. Please never stop.

http://www.diatec.co.jp/image_prod/SPKCS_space03.jpg

[HendyZone]

So these are only good for costar stabilizers right?

You could probably break the stabilizer inserts out of the keycaps, even if they are glued.

so no need plastic on stab for SP keycap right )

wut?

i mean this one sir

[vardhana]

Oh~ I mistook.
Stabilizer inserts are glued on key.
Sorry.

Insert : white part on the key
http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/cherry-mx-keycap-stabilizer-insert.html
Clip : black part on the plate
http://www.wasdkeyboards.com/index.php/cherry-mx-plate-mounted-stabilizer-clips-2pcs.html
I misunderstood

[jdcarpe]

Yes. FILCO says

This part cannot be removed.
There is a possibility that the parts may be damaged as shown in the picture right when you try to pry. Please never stop.

http://www.diatec.co.jp/image_prod/SPKCS_space03.jpg

Try it! For science!

[IPT]

am i the only one who when putting keys on my filco put the stabilizer tabs in the wires then press down the key ala cherry stabilizers?

[blighty]

I'm a fan of this keyset, but I'm curious why you are only accepting gift payments?

[berserkfan]

He probably means Paypal Fee, not Paypal Gift Fee.

I'm a fan of this keyset, but I'm curious why you are only accepting gift payments?

[joneslee85]

He probably means Paypal Fee, not Paypal Gift Fee.

I'm a fan of this keyset, but I'm curious why you are only accepting gift payments?

yes, I do mean paypal fee

[SpAmRaY]

Why would there be a fee if paying by paypal gift?? The buyer pays that by default....that makes no sense to charge for it again.

If you mean paying the paypal fees because people are paying as goods then that makes sense.

[joneslee85]

Why would there be a fee if paying by paypal gift?? The buyer pays that by default....that makes no sense to charge for it again.

If you mean paying the paypal fees because people are paying as goods then that makes sense.

Sorry for the confusion, I meant 3.41% on top of total sum with Paying as Goods option

[ggnarsil]

well do you have physical store in Sydney at the moment? If possible I'd like to visit ur store cz I live in Sydney XD

[Elrick]

Just paid for ONE set (order test to see if this is legitimate) so as soon as it arrives at my address I'll let everyone know about the quality and standard finish of these keysets  .

[joneslee85]

well do you have physical store in Sydney at the moment? If possible I'd like to visit ur store cz I live in Sydney XD

Sorry I am not a vendor. If you want to order, please place it now, there won't be any shipping cost if you pick up within CBD.

[joneslee85]

I'm a fan of this keyset, but I'm curious why you are only accepting gift payments?

what I mean is payment as GIFT, I updated the term

[tinlong117]

Sorry about that.

[joneslee85]

NEVER EVER SEND YOUR PAYMENT AS GIFT WHEN YOURE BUYING SOMETHING, THATS MEAN YOU CANT REQUEST A REFUND!

MOREOVER, THE SELLER'S PAYPAL ACCOUNT WILL BE GET LOCK EASILY BECAUSE OF A LARGE AMOUNT OF GIFT PAYMENT.

BEWARE OF IT!

I hate to say this, can you please write in lower case. This is quite rude of you. I've been asking the customer to add 3.41% rate as GOODS payment, however many people find it so confusing, thus I changed to this.

[tinlong117]

NEVER EVER SEND YOUR PAYMENT AS GIFT WHEN YOURE BUYING SOMETHING, THATS MEAN YOU CANT REQUEST A REFUND!

MOREOVER, THE SELLER'S PAYPAL ACCOUNT WILL BE GET LOCK EASILY BECAUSE OF A LARGE AMOUNT OF GIFT PAYMENT.

BEWARE OF IT!

I hate to say this, can you please write in lower case. This is quite rude of you. I've been asking the customer to add 3.41% rate as GOODS payment, however many people find it so confusing, thus I changed to this.

PRICE: $70AUD + Shipping (from Sydney, Australia) - as GIFT GIFT GIFT please

NOTE: Please payment in Australian Dollar


DEADLINE: 6/12/2013
 

[joneslee85]

NEVER EVER SEND YOUR PAYMENT AS GIFT WHEN YOURE BUYING SOMETHING, THATS MEAN YOU CANT REQUEST A REFUND!

MOREOVER, THE SELLER'S PAYPAL ACCOUNT WILL BE GET LOCK EASILY BECAUSE OF A LARGE AMOUNT OF GIFT PAYMENT.

BEWARE OF IT!

I hate to say this, can you please write in lower case. This is quite rude of you. I've been asking the customer to add 3.41% rate as GOODS payment, however many people find it so confusing, thus I changed to this.

PRICE: $70AUD + Shipping (from Sydney, Australia) - as GIFT GIFT GIFT please

NOTE: Please payment in Australian Dollar


DEADLINE: 6/12/2013
 

Yes, many people PM me and were confused about the 3.41% rate I mention before. So I put it there to make sure people are aware of it. And yes, at least reply with proper message. It seems to me you are to say that I am running a scam or something here. Very rude, don't have you a proper manner?

[Elrick]

It seems to me you are to say that I am running a scam or something here. Very rude, don't have you a proper manner?

It's just you are a newcomer here on Geekhack hence people here are very cagey and insecure about trusting you.  There have been rip-offs in the past so 100% trust has to be earned rather than expected when it comes to organizing Group Buys here.

Don't feel offended because that's just human nature, once you have conducted a successful "Group Buy", then expect more people to flock to you to get more goods.   But if it turns nasty then this place can be quite horrid for the corrupt and dirty.  Just be aware of that  .

But I'm willing to be the "Canary" in a Coalmine here, to see if this Group Buy becomes successful and help you establish some legitimacy here on Geekhack.

[joneslee85]

It seems to me you are to say that I am running a scam or something here. Very rude, don't have you a proper manner?

It's just you are a newcomer here on Geekhack hence people here are very cagey and insecure about trusting you.  There have been rip-offs in the past so 100% trust has to be earned rather than expected when it comes to organizing Group Buys here.

Don't feel offended because that's just human nature, once you have conducted a successful "Group Buy", then expect more people to flock to you to get more goods.   But if it turns nasty then this place can be quite horrid for the corrupt and dirty.  Just be aware of that  .

I am fully aware of scam are everywhere but again I do not condone his agressive tounge

[Elrick]

I am fully aware of scam are everywhere but again I do not condone his agressive tounge

Then you should watch out for another member here that loves using "CAPITALS" (microsoft windows - bless him) when it comes to communicating with everyone.

It doesn't offend me at all because some people are comfortable to leave their Caps Lock on 100% of the time.

[Moomoo]

I wish it had a Tsagan kit to it

[joneslee85]

I wish it had a Tsagan kit to it

very unlikely taking into the fact that the only target Filco products. Maybe another GB idea?

[Ar3s]

Hi TS, can't access the order form. I'll like to give this GB a try. Great pricing compared to what i found elsewhere.

[joneslee85]

Hi TS, can't access the order form. I'll like to give this GB a try. Great pricing compared to what i found elsewhere.

try again

[Elrick]

Hi TS, can't access the order form. I'll like to give this GB a try. Great pricing compared to what i found elsewhere.

try again

Keep persisting because mine got sent earlier this week according to joneslee85, so I am looking forward to seeing SP's work up close for Filco finally  .

[Ar3s]

Done. Paid.

[joneslee85]

Done. Paid.

Got yours, please PM your address for shipping quote later

[joneslee85]

If the shipping is cheaper, I will refund the difference

[skuko]

dayum, i'm late.....

if anyone wants to cancel, i will gladly take over their order

[joneslee85]

Skuko, PM me, I have ordered one spare set for myself, if you want to take it

[joneslee85]

dayum, i'm late.....

if anyone wants to cancel, i will gladly take over their order

I got you updated in the OP as paid

[wwkdota]

Anybody else with an extra set they could spare for me to buy?

[Ar3s]

Any status updates ?

[Elrick]

Any status updates ?

No, still waiting for my key-set to arrive  .

[joneslee85]

My friend got the 5 sets and just arrived in Melbourne, will have her take photo and ship on Monday

[Elrick]

My friend got the 5 sets and just arrived in Melbourne, will have her take photo and ship on Monday

If that means they have all arrived here in Oz than it's good.  Just make sure the goods are shipped as soon as possible to everyone who has paid.

Let us know if and when anymore fancy "Filco" Housings are up for sale.  It seems they all disappear before you can even choose which casing you want, I just hope the ones that got chosen are enjoying their installation on their keyboards.

[joneslee85]

Bump, shipment has arrived, I will post out to 4 of payee today. The quality of this product is superb, thick and robust

[joneslee85]

My friend got the 5 sets and just arrived in Melbourne, will have her take photo and ship on Monday

If that means they have all arrived here in Oz than it's good.  Just make sure the goods are shipped as soon as possible to everyone who has paid.

Let us know if and when anymore fancy "Filco" Housings are up for sale.  It seems they all disappear before you can even choose which casing you want, I just hope the ones that got chosen are enjoying their installation on their keyboards.

Yes, it seems to me that the market does not respond positively to the custom case products. It's not surprising to see Filco stop selling it in near future.

[Puddsy]

Bump, shipment has arrived, I will post out to 4 of payee today. The quality of this product is superb, thick and robust

No kidding.

Those look great.

[Elrick]

Yes, it seems to me that the market does not respond positively to the custom case products. It's not surprising to see Filco stop selling it in near future.

It's weird that it happened.  I thought naturally that some coloured cases that were released would have everyone jump on them, like it did here - because when I was ready to place an order - all the cases I was interested in were gone.

Filco isn't stupid because they can see the market is interested in new product because their competitors have all jumped onto the coloured case bandwagon and moving stock.  Why they had given up is quite unusual.

[skuko]

wowzers, glad i got in on this (even though i was late). these look GREAT!

[joneslee85]

At the PO, waiting for my turn, going to ship out all 4. merry xmas!

[Elrick]

At the PO, waiting for my turn, going to ship out all 4. merry xmas!

And a very Happy Christmas to you to joneslee85  .

[joneslee85]

all shipped guys

[skuko]

thanks for the update joneslee85, hopefully they'll arrive here until the end of the year, merry Christmas to you mate!

btw. do they have any sort of tracking?

[joneslee85]

thanks for the update joneslee85, hopefully they'll arrive here until the end of the year, merry Christmas to you mate!

btw. do they have any sort of tracking?

Nope, no tracking. The tracking option cost $60 -> $67 AUD, ridiculously expensive

[skuko]

thanks for the update joneslee85, hopefully they'll arrive here until the end of the year, merry Christmas to you mate!

btw. do they have any sort of tracking?

Nope, no tracking. The tracking option cost $60 -> $67 AUD, ridiculously expensive

ok. well, here's to hoping they don't get lost in transit, hehe.

[Ar3s]

Received mine today. thanks

[joneslee85]

Received mine today. thanks

I hope you like it

[DelKey]

I received mine yesterday. They are great! Thanks so much for running this GB!

[joneslee85]

I received mine yesterday. They are great! Thanks so much for running this GB!

ur welcome

[skuko]

i have received mine today, but i was at work....i have just put them on my filco and MAN! dat SA profile feels completely different to the OEM that filco uses by default. this is gonna take some getting used to

on the material side, these feel som much better than stock filcos, wow

potato pics incoming

thanks joneslee85 for organizing this

[joneslee85]

i have received mine today, but i was at work....i have just put them on my filco and MAN! dat SA profile feels completely different to the OEM that filco uses by default. this is gonna take some getting used to

on the material side, these feel som much better than stock filcos, wow

potato pics incoming

thanks joneslee85 for organizing this

You are welcome, enjoy

[Elrick]

One set has come in, beautiful black beauties that they are.  So much more better in person than relying on pics alone.

This person is honest and you can rely on his word here on Geekhack, thanks joneslee85  .

[stoic-lemon]

I thought they were brown.

[Elrick]

I thought they were brown.

I'm looking at mine at this very second......they're totally Black and White.  But with old man eyes everything is B&W these days  .

[wilflare]

out of curiosity, are these PBT or ABS?

[vardhana]

I thought they were brown.

I'm looking at mine at this very second......they're totally Black and White.  But with old man eyes everything is B&W these days  .

FILCO says "very dark brown".
I think this is TAA. http://www.keycapsdirect.com/abscolors.php
SP says TAA as brown. http://www.keycapsdirect.com/inventorypdfs/SpacebarInventory.pdf

out of curiosity, are these PBT or ABS?

ABS

[bazemk1979]

cmon guys post some pics so we can droll

[skuko]

i like them, will try to post some pics on the weekend when i can get normal light in the room (when i come home from work it's already dark and the artificial light doesn't do them justice).

they're in fact very dark brown, i noticed this when putting them on my black filco case.

the profile si so high, i had to get a wrist rest to have a comfortable position while gaming, but i love the material and quality. still not 100% sure whether i will keep them as a daily driver, dunno if SA is the way, although i have 2 more SA sets on the way (calm depths and penumbra).

all in all, the quality is amazing.

[archer]

joneslee, did you happen to purchase any extra sets of these that you'd be willing to sell?

I totally missed this GB, and I'm kicking myself for it.

[joneslee85]

I did order 2 extra but all sold unfortunately, if there are more interests, I'll be running another GB

[Elrick]

I did order 2 extra but all sold unfortunately, if there are more interests, I'll be running another GB

Don't be shy ever about mentioning it here.  Also if any more Filco Coloured Cases are available that would be good as well.  I still want to get 2 extra textures and colours for a 104 and a TKL.

[Puddsy]

Filco cases also work with the phantom, and with the lack of cases, I think it's a good idea.

[Flyersfan1]

For anyone still looking for these caps, I was able to purchase them directly through Diatec and have them forwarded to me through Tenso. They're still available, It was about $73 total for me including the Tenso service fee, just thought I'd let anyone know who missed out.