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squeaky-clean on Oct 4, 2019 | parent | context | favorite | on: Pricing niche products

Those old keyboards were mechanical though weren't they? Lots of people love the old IBM ones, and they can't be found for just one euro online.

phaus on Oct 4, 2019 | [–]

Yes. They used buckling spring switches. Different from Cherry MX's. I think there are modern versions but IMO the way to go is what you suggested, keeping an eye out for a good deal on a real vintage one.

kevin_thibedeau on Oct 4, 2019 | [–]

There are lots of non-model-M IBM keyboards that aren't in any demand while still being great to type on.

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