[Dr_ARCHer]

Looking to start an MO on Unicomp's buckling spring keyboard.

For the uninitiated, the buckling spring mechanism is the technology behind the original IBM Model M keyboard. Having tried (and am still using) mechanical keyboards like Filco and Steelseries, my view is that the buckling spring keyboard offers a better tactile feel. Some users however think that the keyboard is too stiff, and the click-clack sound of the buckling spring mechanism is too loud. But those who spend a lot of time on keyboards would probably appreciate the tactile feedback of the keys.

The patent for the buckling spring mechanism is now held by Unicomp. Fortunately for some of us, Unicomp is still making buckling spring keyboards.

Unicomp Keyboards

The main stumbling block for ordering 1 unit direct is the cost of shipping. It is estimated that the shipping cost is USD50.00 if you order just one unit. Given that a keyboard like the Customizer 104/105 cost USD69.00, the shipping cost is almost as costly as the keyboard.

The purpose of this MO is to place a larger order so that the shipping cost is lower. I'm targeting to have an order of 10 units, which will bring the shipping cost down to about USD32.50.

If you are interested in this MO, please leave your name here. I'll let this MO run for about 1 to 2 weeks. At 5 units, the shipping cost is about USD35 each.

Please also indicate the model that you are interested in. I would suggest the Customizer 104/105, since this is the standard keyboard layout. Hopefully, the company also allows for different models to make up the 5 or 10 units of mass order.

Here are some of the models from Unicomp

Customizer 104/105


On-The-Ball 104/105


Eudurapro


If you have indicated your interest in this thread, would also appreciate if you put your names below.

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)

[booest]

count me in on one

[yukita]

Originally Posted by booest

count me in on one

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
4. booest (put the model yourself )

[mokky_123]

Can nego for lower unit price if MOQ hit? haha...

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
4. booest (put the model yourself )
5. mokky_123 (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)

[goondu86]

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
4. booest (put the model yourself )
5. mokky_123 (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
6. goondu86 (1 unit of SpaceSaver, Buckling Spring - Black with metallic gray)

Can order other models right?

[Dr_ARCHer]

Originally Posted by goondu86

Can order other models right?

We will try and see if we can have different models to achieve the MOQ.

Thanks for your support.

[simplyadvanced]

i heard of some QC issues

perhaps consider ordering NOS instead

keyboards (new: never been used)

[yukita]

Originally Posted by simplyadvanced

i heard of some QC issues

perhaps consider ordering NOS instead

keyboards (new: never been used)

care to share where you heard it? thanks

the link you post its IBM Lexmark original "15 years Old" brand new keyboard.

i would prefer more recent keyboard and more important is, black color keyboard

[inxlee]

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
4. booest (put the model yourself )
5. mokky_123 (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
6. goondu86 (1 unit of SpaceSaver, Buckling Spring - Black with metallic gray)
7. inxlee (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)

so $69.90+$32.50 then convert to sgd will be the final price?

[booest]

Originally Posted by yukita

care to share where you heard it? thanks

the link you post its IBM Lexmark original "15 years Old" brand new keyboard.

i would prefer more recent keyboard and more important is, black color keyboard

i got a new old stock model M
and the quality rocks PEIROD~!

totally feel like it can kill... the make is uber imba

anyway what is the diff betwwen the 3 models huh?

[jellyo_o]

able to ship 'ibm model m blank keys' together?

[Cesario]

Name
1. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
2. Dr_ARCHer (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
3. yukita (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
4. booest (put the model yourself )
5. mokky_123 (1 unit of On-The-Ball 104/105)
6. goondu86 (1 unit of SpaceSaver, Buckling Spring - Black with metallic gray)
7. inxlee (1 unit of Customizer 104/105)
8. Cesario ( 1 unit of Customizer 104/105)

[TriSinc]

Finally, an MO for unicomps.... never thought I'd see the day lol.

By the way, how do I pay for my item? Do you have a preferred mode?

Also, will you accept all the other models on their website?

Thanks.

[Dr_ARCHer]

Originally Posted by booest

i got a new old stock model M
and the quality rocks PEIROD~!

totally feel like it can kill... the make is uber imba

anyway what is the diff betwwen the 3 models huh?

The Customizer 104/105 is the basic keyboaard with 104 keys. The On-The-Ball 104/105 has a trackball, while the Eudurapro has a joystick. There are other variants on the website, like some that does not have the numeric keypad.

[Dr_ARCHer]

Originally Posted by TriSinc

Finally, an MO for unicomps.... never thought I'd see the day lol.

By the way, how do I pay for my item? Do you have a preferred mode?

Also, will you accept all the other models on their website?

Thanks.

Once we confirm the order, I'll send out PMs on the mode of payment. As payment to Unicomp is in USD, I'll probably work out the SGD equivalent after we have placed the order.

We haven't heard from the manufacturer that we can't order different models to enjoy lower shipping cost. So we'll assume that you can place order for other models.