Yes, ESD protection is not very good, apparently.  And problem with components and assembly.  The thread has a few issues like that, and on a premium board, I'd not expect the problems with the PCB and such.  Like I said, cool design, and I wanted one.  But like many things I've missed, I'm glad I didn't get in.  
Hopefully the second run for restock on KeyClack will have better luck.  Won't buy 'til onhand though at best.  I feel for jchan and his personal issues, but that doesn't mean I'm going to throw money and hope for the best...