类型: IC
作者: daestleathergoods
发布时间:
2020-10-19 07:41:12
更新时间: 2020-11-06 12:27:42
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=109147.0
Hello mechanical keyboard enthusiasts!
This is an
interest check for a leather sleeve that I made for my own
keyboard, that I would like to bring to the community.
Imgur album of the prototype
Imgur album of the cable prototype
Interest Check form
Reddit post
First look at the sleeve with a KBD67 keyboard partially
out, with the magnetic fixture visible
I am both an amateur leatherworker and mechanical
keyboard hobbyist, and as I was bringing my keyboard to and
from work, I wanted to make a leather sleeve to keep the
keeb safe in transit. I made this in January, and having
used it for the past few months, I now feel assured with the
quality of this sleeve. It turned out better than I
expected, so now I wanted to see if anyone would be
interested in having one of their own!
Features:
The sleeve pictured was made with quality
vegetable-tanned leather, specifically
medium brown English Bridle from Wickett and Craig, one of two tanneries located in the US. From their
website: “English Bridle is a traditional leather with a
variety of uses, from classic equestrian gear to high-end
leather goods. Drum dyed and hot stuffed, English Bridle is
smooth, flexible yet durable. Beautifully crafted with a
flawless, even surface.” The sleeve features
saddle-stitching by hand throughout the sleeve, in Ritza
Tiger 0.6mm waxed polyester thread. The edges are burnished
with saddle soap and beeswax, and the leather is
conditioned, both of which will increase the sleeve’s
longevity. The flap features a magnetic clasp.
Changelog:
October 19th: Initial Post
October 26th:
- Added matching cable pouch option
- Added inner lining options
November 2nd: - Finalized GB start: Nov 6th, 12pm CST
-
Finalized size: 10 brown, 10 black, 5 custom
November 6th: - Added GB details
GB Details
GB Form:
The group buy will be limited to ten brown, ten
black, and five custom sleeves. Orders will be fulfilled in
the order of signup, and invoices will be delivered to the
next person as each sleeve is made. When it is your turn, I
will deliver the invoice, and after payment, I will start on
the sleeve.
The
order queue
will be displayed in a public spreadsheet with a username
and the order details.
Customization Options:
- The prototype is medium brown, and that will be the default colorway available. If there is enough interest (please fill out the IC form!) then a black colorway will also be available.
- Additionally, the sleeve will be made-to-order and made-to-measure according to the dimensions of your keyboard, whether you own a Planck 40% or a Rama 60% or a TKL, the sleeve’s size will be totally customized.
- There will be different thread colors available for a pop of color: brown, white, blue, or yellow (you can see the colors available at my Etsy shop link down below)
- Matching cable pouch available
-
Inner lining options: plaid fabric, natural and dark green canvas duck cloth,
and black felt
Thread Colors: White, Maize, Duke Blue, Black, Brown
Proposed changes:
The prototype
has functioned well, and the final product would be very
similar except for the use of a thicker leather - the
leather in the prototype is a good thickness for a wallet,
but a little thin for a sleeve. The current thickness used
is 3oz, while the final product would have a doubled
thickness of 6oz. The difference in appearance between the
final product and the prototype will be minimal, except the
sleeve will retain it’s shape better instead of forming
indentations as seen in the first and second photos
below.
Estimated cost:
The sleeve
and shipping is estimated to be around ~$120 total for US,
and ~$130 for international.
Final thoughts:
To see photos of other products I’ve made, please
take a look at my posts in the leatherworking subreddit or
view my
etsy shop.
More photos of the prototype:
Front of the sleeve prototype with keyboard inside
Back of the sleeve prototype with keyboard inside
Size of the sleeve compared to my keyboard, KBD67v2
Keyboard inside sleeve
Size of the sleeve opening inside a 22L backpack
Size of the sleeve inside a 22L backpack
Cable pouch:
Cable is a two foot cable with ~8in of coil
Lining Options: (black felt not
pictured)
Natural canvas duck cloth
Dark green canvas duck cloth
Natural canvas duck cloth, angled view of texture
Plaid fabric