Author Topic: Hard 40%, 60%, and TKL carrying cases on Massdrop (Read 142797 times)

intelli78 · « **Reply #300 on:** Thu, 10 July 2014, 22:26:09 »

Quote from: calavera on Thu, 10 July 2014, 22:15:11

Hard to tell but how much padding are we talking about? I'm in need of a protective case for all my boards that will withstand shipping overseas for example.

Not an enormous amount inside... I would say maybe half to three quarters of a cm all around. With regard to shipping, are we talking about shipping in a normally packed box (e.g., full of packing peanuts or wadded up brown paper)? The cases will do a fantastic job protecting your board in that kind of environment, and will totally mitigate the need for a careful bubble wrap job, if that's what you're asking. There would be no issue whatsoever with that and I would be totally comfortable sending my own boards that way, including heavy metal customs. They'll easily protect against dented aluminum corners and that sort of stuff. no problem.

If you are talking about a more abusive shipping environment than that, describe it and I can give you my thoughts.

Any other users with one of the cases are welcome to chime in.

Smasher816 · « **Reply #301 on:** Thu, 10 July 2014, 22:48:42 »

I just put my HHKB in the case. It is very snug, If I jostle it around the board does not move around and hit the sides - it sits firmly in place. It might be able to slide a little forward and backwards if you don't put a cable at the back but that should be no big issue. The sides are sturdy and should protect well from most abuse. I wouldn't drop it from the top of a building or anything but I would feel fine with anything that uses some care. I mean if you keyboard arrived fine from the postal service then it should be fine (if not better) with this extra level of protection on it.

intelli78 · « **Reply #302 on:** Thu, 10 July 2014, 23:11:28 »

Quote from: Smasher816 on Thu, 10 July 2014, 22:48:42

I just put my HHKB in the case. It is very snug, If I jostle it around the board does not move around and hit the sides - it sits firmly in place. It might be able to slide a little forward and backwards if you don't put a cable at the back but that should be no big issue. The sides are sturdy and should protect well from most abuse. I wouldn't drop it from the top of a building or anything but I would feel fine with anything that uses some care. I mean if you keyboard arrived fine from the postal service then it should be fine (if not better) with this extra level of protection on it.

This is a good assessment. I would not stomp one of these cases or sit on one with my full weight, but that should never happen. Treat it with the reasonable care you'd treat a laptop in a case, for example, and it will pay you back by handsomely protecting your keyboard.

user 18 · « **Reply #303 on:** Fri, 11 July 2014, 00:32:26 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Thu, 10 July 2014, 22:12:03

Quote from: user 18 on Thu, 10 July 2014, 21:47:39
Why just ergodox orders? I'm sure someone would jump on a custom order for another case. I know I'm eagerly awaiting the next round of custom orders so I can get something done for my QFR.

It's just a matter of specialization -- it's easier and faster to focus on one type of case when possible, so we just wanted to run ErgoDox this time. Plus, these cases are really just a side project for this artisan, so there is limited bandwidth. We'll open it back up for other custom orders early next month

Makes sense, thanks for that. Looking forward to orders opening back up

intelli78 · « **Reply #304 on:** Mon, 14 July 2014, 14:44:10 »

OK, update: the artisan is busy until August, so no more custom/ErgoDox cases until then. In the meantime, we have 2 of the $49 Poker/HHKB cases left, as well as the pre-made cases listed in the OP.

intelli78 · « **Reply #305 on:** Wed, 16 July 2014, 19:29:46 »

Here are some new pics using my fancy-schmancy posterboard lighting setup...

solar · « **Reply #306 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 00:56:43 »

Will place an order when I get my next paycheck!

intelli78 · « **Reply #307 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 13:18:23 »

Quote from: solar on Thu, 17 July 2014, 00:56:43

Will place an order when I get my next paycheck!

Sounds good!

Poker X / II / HHKB in black with 3/4" velcro closure has been sold.

wiredPANDA · « **Reply #308 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 13:53:35 »

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...and I was treating my wallet so well. Looks like I'm getting sucked back in as soon as I return to GH.

intelli78 · « **Reply #309 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 17:15:07 »

Special Edition Poker II/HHKB case sold to wiredPANDA... one left!

Flamingchook · « **Reply #310 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 18:03:44 »

Just sent a PM about the purple poker case!

intelli78 · « **Reply #311 on:** Thu, 17 July 2014, 18:37:53 »

Replied. Special edition Poker/HHKB cases are sold out!

I have also cut prices on the remaining FC660C/M cases and the KMAC II case - we want to clear these out to make room for new stuff in August. See OP. Send me a PM if you're interested.

intelli78 · « **Reply #312 on:** Sat, 19 July 2014, 15:08:16 »

One of the FC660 cases has been sold. Still have these two, which both have the lovely rare earth magnet closure!

FC660C or M in blue with black lining and rare earth magnet closure - $69.00

FC660C or M in black with red side panels and a red side handle with rare earth magnet closure - $69.00

Kraksx · « **Reply #313 on:** Sat, 19 July 2014, 17:14:13 »

When I go off to school later this year I will definitely get one of these for going to and from the library

Flamingchook · « **Reply #314 on:** Wed, 23 July 2014, 19:03:54 »

My 60% case arrived today. Incredibly fast international shipping and I'm very happy with the quality of the case.

Thanks intelli!

codyeatworld · « **Reply #315 on:** Wed, 23 July 2014, 19:08:40 »

I saw your cases at keycon and was really impressed, I plan on picking up one sometime.

Anybody who is thinking about it should get one!

Rezorcful · « **Reply #316 on:** Fri, 25 July 2014, 21:44:26 »

For the custom orders, are ya'll making a list of dimensions for most keyboards? Im definitely ordering one for my Ducky 9087G2 TKL. I dont have access to my boards atm.. I guess you could say I'm AFK

FrostyToast · « **Reply #317 on:** Sat, 26 July 2014, 18:13:20 »

Are these safe for ironing? I am planning on putting one of my Star Citizen patches on this baby.

intelli78 · « **Reply #318 on:** Tue, 05 August 2014, 11:55:39 »

Hey, just want to let everyone know that a new round is coming up this Sunday. Sorry to anyone I haven't gotten back to by PM... have just been busy and waiting to confirm details of next round. Stay tuned!

JaccoW · « **Reply #319 on:** Tue, 05 August 2014, 14:14:02 »

Quote from: FrostyToast on Sat, 26 July 2014, 18:13:20

Are these safe for ironing? I am planning on putting one of my Star Citizen patches on this baby.

Just put a towel in between and you will be fine. The highest problem with ironing on nylon and the like is staying in direct contact for too long.

ZeeKay · « **Reply #320 on:** Thu, 07 August 2014, 15:06:18 »

Any plans on ergodox full-hand cases?

wiredPANDA · « **Reply #321 on:** Thu, 07 August 2014, 15:12:38 »

Just chiming in, as I didn't post when I received it due to travel/work.

I picked up the HHKB/60% case and my Poker fits beautifully inside. Not too tight that it would cause pressure to keys/etc..., but tight enough that it doesn't bounce around inside. I'll have an HHKB this weekend to test drive in the case, too. Don't expect differing results.

TBH - the case is better than I was expecting, kudos to intelli (and the artisan). And dealing with intelli for the purchase/shipping was a breeze. If you're on the fence - lean towards picking up one of these cases. I'm much less concerned with my flights now that I have a case for my boards.

Kravid · « **Reply #322 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 16:24:04 »

Awesome initiative - I just put in an order.

intelli78 · « **Reply #323 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 22:46:48 »

OP has been updated (I strongly suggest you read it), and orders are now OPEN again

Highlights: Cases now start at $55, new colors, new closure option, new automated ordering system.

TO ORDER: 60% / 75% / TKL | ErgoDox

nobee · « **Reply #324 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:21:44 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 22:46:48

OP has been updated (I strongly suggest you read it), and orders are now OPEN again

Highlights: Cases now start at $55, new colors, new closure option, new automated ordering system.

TO ORDER: 60% / 75% / TKL | ErgoDox

Yes!!! I've been waiting for this! Ordered mine!

user 18 · « **Reply #325 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:34:11 »

Dimensions of the QFR case? I'm considering buying/making at some point in the future a custom wood/aluminum/CF case for my QFR -- although at the point it gets there, it'll barely be a QFR anymore

-- and I'd like to know how much space I'd have to work with were I to order one of your carrying cases.

How hard would it be to get an orange option for the side panels? I'd love a black/orange case for the 60% I'm building and putting Nostalgia keycaps on.

You'll probably be seeing an order from me soon

intelli78 · « **Reply #326 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:36:36 »

Quote from: nobee on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:21:44

Yes!!! I've been waiting for this! Ordered mine!

Thanks

Everything go OK with the new site?

4 cases sold in the first 30min... 11 to go.

osman99 · « **Reply #327 on:** Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:39:45 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:36:36

Quote from: nobee on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:21:44
Yes!!! I've been waiting for this! Ordered mine!

Thanks Everything go OK with the new site?

4 cases sold in the first 30min... 11 to go.

I think It looks great and it was fast and efficient thanks for making this so easy!

Kravid · « **Reply #328 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 01:43:18 »

The website was very easy to use. I was able to spend my money very easily.

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I struggled a bit to understand the difference between the "KB Paradise V60" and "KB Paradise V60 MTS" options in the top drop-down, before I realised that the latter signifies "Matias" switches. I was not even aware these are for sale already?

intelli78 · « **Reply #329 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 02:03:45 »

Quote from: user 18 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:34:11

Dimensions of the QFR case? I'm considering buying/making at some point in the future a custom wood/aluminum/CF case for my QFR -- although at the point it gets there, it'll barely be a QFR anymore -- and I'd like to know how much space I'd have to work with were I to order one of your carrying cases.

How hard would it be to get an orange option for the side panels? I'd love a black/orange case for the 60% I'm building and putting Nostalgia keycaps on.

You'll probably be seeing an order from me soon

Hmm, well, it's hard to precisely measure inside since there is fabric and padding. But you're not going to have much space beyond the dimensions of a stock QFR. Maybe half to 3/4 a centimeter in each dimension before it gets too tight? Easiest will be if your case has the same dimensions as the stock case (obv.) -- but on the other hand, we can always work with you to make a custom case after you've got your project done. So, whatever works!

Quote from: osman99 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:39:45

I think It looks great and it was fast and efficient thanks for making this so easy!

Nice! Thank YOU!!

Quote from: Kravid on Mon, 11 August 2014, 01:43:18

The website was very easy to use. I was able to spend my money very easily. )

I struggled a bit to understand the difference between the "KB Paradise V60" and "KB Paradise V60 MTS" options in the top drop-down, before I realised that the latter signifies "Matias" switches. I was not even aware these are for sale already?

Great! Yes, the V60 MTS is an upcoming KBParadise board with Matias alps. Just planning ahead

nobee · « **Reply #330 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 10:12:13 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:36:36

Quote from: nobee on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:21:44
Yes!!! I've been waiting for this! Ordered mine!

Thanks Everything go OK with the new site?

4 cases sold in the first 30min... 11 to go.

I had no problems with the website. It was very easy to use and very intuitive.

SpAmRaY · « **Reply #331 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 10:14:36 »

needs more ORANGE

user 18 · « **Reply #332 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 11:42:58 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Mon, 11 August 2014, 02:03:45

Quote from: user 18 on Sun, 10 August 2014, 23:34:11
Dimensions of the QFR case? I'm considering buying/making at some point in the future a custom wood/aluminum/CF case for my QFR -- although at the point it gets there, it'll barely be a QFR anymore -- and I'd like to know how much space I'd have to work with were I to order one of your carrying cases.

How hard would it be to get an orange option for the side panels? I'd love a black/orange case for the 60% I'm building and putting Nostalgia keycaps on.

You'll probably be seeing an order from me soon

Hmm, well, it's hard to precisely measure inside since there is fabric and padding. But you're not going to have much space beyond the dimensions of a stock QFR. Maybe half to 3/4 a centimeter in each dimension before it gets too tight? Easiest will be if your case has the same dimensions as the stock case (obv.) -- but on the other hand, we can always work with you to make a custom case after you've got your project done. So, whatever works!

Thanks for the info. Order placed for a QFR case. I have two QFRs, so if the new case won't fit in this case, I'll just use this one for my other board and order another one.

Any idea when this run will be shipped out, and what should I do if I'd like to change my shipping address?

intelli78 · « **Reply #333 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 14:30:41 »

Quote from: SpAmRaY on Mon, 11 August 2014, 10:14:36

needs more ORANGE

There have been a couple other requests for orange, and I am looking into it right now

Quote from: user 18 on Mon, 11 August 2014, 11:42:58

Thanks for the info. Order placed for a QFR case. I have two QFRs, so if the new case won't fit in this case, I'll just use this one for my other board and order another one.

Any idea when this run will be shipped out, and what should I do if I'd like to change my shipping address?

30 days is the official lead time, but it will probably be considerably sooner. These cases are just one project among many for the artisan who makes them, so there are a lot of potential variables. But absolutely no longer than 30 days. Just PM me if you need to change your shipping address

calavera · « **Reply #334 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 17:42:56 »

Tried ordering online but for odd size boards how do you set it up?

intelli78 · « **Reply #335 on:** Mon, 11 August 2014, 18:39:00 »

Quote from: calavera on Mon, 11 August 2014, 17:42:56

Tried ordering online but for odd size boards how do you set it up?

Select "other" in the list of keyboards and use the comments box. I will follow up to get measurements if necessary.

intelli78 · « **Reply #336 on:** Wed, 13 August 2014, 20:47:56 »

Update:

Only 6 custom orders left for hard-sided cases this month.
3 Ergodox left.

Soft cases now available, starting at $19: http://www.keychatter.com/2014/08/13/soft-keyboard-carrying-cases-now-available/

intelli78 · « **Reply #337 on:** Thu, 14 August 2014, 02:06:55 »

Guys,

A couple folks who don't have access to their keyboards want to order cases. Can anyone provide dimensions for KBParadise V60 or Ducky 9087G2 Pro TKL? I will hook you up with a 20% off code...

intelli78 · « **Reply #338 on:** Thu, 14 August 2014, 17:45:54 »

4 hard-sided custom case orders left for the month.

Next 3 orders for soft cases can get 20% off with code 20offsoft

SwissFTW · « **Reply #339 on:** Wed, 20 August 2014, 20:40:26 »

I'm definitely looking to get one of the hard cases for my HHKB that should be arriving soon since I travel frequently now. I checked out the one that wiredPANDA got recently and I was very impressed.

Any idea when you will have more stock? I'm not too concerned with color combinations at this point.

intelli78 · « **Reply #340 on:** Thu, 21 August 2014, 00:30:44 »

Should be able to take some more orders in the next 1-2 weeks. I will get more info and report back shortly.

SwissFTW · « **Reply #341 on:** Sat, 23 August 2014, 22:38:24 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Thu, 21 August 2014, 00:30:44

Should be able to take some more orders in the next 1-2 weeks. I will get more info and report back shortly.

Great. Ill keep an eye out.

tyvar1 · « **Reply #342 on:** Tue, 26 August 2014, 14:36:55 »

I will definitely get a Hard case for my new Poker II when it is available!

SirPony · « **Reply #343 on:** Fri, 29 August 2014, 17:28:10 »

ehhh missed those hard cases

osman99 · « **Reply #344 on:** Fri, 29 August 2014, 18:45:47 »

I don't mean to rush you but do you know when my order may be completed ?

koalapear · « **Reply #345 on:** Mon, 01 September 2014, 18:06:39 »

Just got mine in!

Super happy! The color match is amazing and so is the quality!

tyvar1 · « **Reply #346 on:** Tue, 02 September 2014, 16:11:57 »

Quote from: koalapear on Mon, 01 September 2014, 18:06:39

Just got mine in!

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Super happy! The color match is amazing and so is the quality!

Saw this on reddit!

great pictures! Going to order one of these when they are back in Stock!

Btw, you missed the best pictures with your phone included

tyvar1 · « **Reply #347 on:** Tue, 02 September 2014, 16:14:25 »

Quote from: intelli78 on Thu, 21 August 2014, 00:30:44

Should be able to take some more orders in the next 1-2 weeks. I will get more info and report back shortly.

Looking forward to it!

my new poker II(got it yesterday) feels naked

osman99 · « **Reply #348 on:** Tue, 02 September 2014, 16:44:02 »

I got mine in today, it's really nice, great job, build quality looks and feels solid 10/10

tyvar1 · « **Reply #349 on:** Thu, 04 September 2014, 15:38:21 »

are you going to start making 40%(JD 40,SmallFry) hard cases?

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