At some point I'm sure I need to get an F even though I'd never use it regularly due to the layout--but that's what's happened to a few of my other keyboards (where is my logitech again?), so I guess one more couldn't hurt!
1. Yes, I agree, at some point you
must have at least one F—just to be able to call yourself a buckling-spring aficionado, if nothing else. I think F's are awesome, if you don't mind making even a bit more noise than with an M (or I should say, if the people
around you don't mind; it's unlikely to bother us, as we're too busy enjoying typing).
2. If the AT and (certainly) XT layouts intimidate you, I suggest an F-122:
...whose layout is the most similar to ANSI. And since you'll need a Soarer's converter cable (easy, but $40) or a Teensy (cheap, but more trouble) for it anyway, you can program the keys however you wish (for example, putting ESC anywhere, or making the extra middle arrow button another "up").
And just as importantly, F-122s are legendarily BIG and HEAVY, which will make you feel like a real man!! Okay, that worked for me; your mileage may vary.
At the very least, it'll redefine your idea of a
solid board. The only times these babies move around is in an earthquake, or if the building you're in is being demolished.
The only place I've been burned or nearly burned multiple times is on Intel network cards--so, so, so many fakes on ebay that it's not even funny. I don't even look at anything 'new from china' anymore as they're almost 100% fakes. Better to get a used genuine product.
Yeah, I suppose it's a lot easier to fake a PCB than a whole keyboard.
Does it come with the AT to ps2 adapter on there? And why is it on there if it's not been tested? Hmmm...
I got it yesterday and everything works also it came with the adapter
Nice! Is it your first F? How would you describe the touch 'n' sound?