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Offline ndolan33

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Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« on: Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:28:58 »
Hey All -
Found this keyboard on my local craigslist for $10.  Was thinking about picking it up, and was wondering if anyone has used one before and could shed some light on its construction/quality.  Thanks!

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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #1 on: Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:31:47 »
Quote from: ndolan33 on Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:28:58
Hey All -
Found this keyboard on my local craigslist for $10.  Was thinking about picking it up, and was wondering if anyone has used one before and could shed some light on its construction/quality.  Thanks!

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I have one. It's a regular rubber dome over membrane keyboard, but with the awesome HHKB layout. It's not Topre, but it's not bad, either. Definitely worth a try for $10. You can always sell it here if you don't like it.
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #2 on: Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:32:42 »
hell yeah pick it up.

the domes are meh and honestly not that great to type on.

but the novelty factor is huge!

you can easily sell it for $60+ on here depending on condition and that is the low end.

I wish I lived where you lived so I could pick it up  :-X
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Offline ndolan33

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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #3 on: Thu, 05 November 2015, 12:37:31 »
Haha alright I will definitely try to pick it up and report back with the quality and how I like it :thumb:

Thanks for the quick input!  I agree that the novelty factor is cool and something to add to my small collection!  I thought with that price it was a must grab!
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #4 on: Fri, 06 November 2015, 04:10:27 »
It will be excellent experience trying the HHKB layout at minimal cost.

If you find the layout pleasing, you can look for an HHKB 2 Pro :)
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #5 on: Fri, 06 November 2015, 05:01:03 »
It looks like it is in good shape, too. We've seen a couple of REALLY yellowed ones over the last few years on here.
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #6 on: Fri, 06 November 2015, 05:12:51 »
HOMEY

if you don't like it PLEASE hit me up. I might be able to make it worth your while :D
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #7 on: Fri, 06 November 2015, 18:57:00 »
I would get it for the price without hesitation.
Some people really prefer it to Topre and it still keeps good price in secondhand market in Japan. I can understand their preference, even though I'm satisfied with my Topre HHKB.

But I believe it is definitely not for people who want heavy clear tactile switch.
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #8 on: Sun, 08 November 2015, 01:01:35 »
Definitely nice to try at $10.  I've seen many on here, so it can't be all bad.  And if you don't like it, I'm sure you'll get your $10 back out of it.  :thumb:
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Re: Original Happy Hacking Keyboard (HHKB) Model PD-KB02
« Reply #9 on: Tue, 10 November 2015, 07:40:36 »
For ten bucks, a keyboard with a singular layout, worth it, just skip a couple of soft drinks to compensate the expense.
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