类型: IC
作者: KevenKeys
发布时间: 2021-02-12
18:56:29
更新时间: 2021-08-11 18:24:33
原链接:
https://geekhack.org/index.php?topic=111193.0
Keebsake Artisan Case / Tray
The
Keebsake is a premium artisan display case / tray with a
small footprint, 2.25u support, and modular inserts
(aluminum only).
///Updates///
8.11.21 - LIDS!
Hope everyone is having a great summer so far! I really
appreciate all of the feedback and hearing how eager many
of you are for this case! I apologize for the length of
time between updates and had planned on posting an update
a few weeks ago. I got caught up with life, back end
planning, adjusting the lid design, prototyping multiple
lids, and finding other manufacturers to bring a quality
lid that costs less.
The initial lid I ordered felt
too flimsy (and eventually even cracked in 2 corners) and
I wasn’t 100% happy on the fit. The photo above is of the
new thicker designs. They came out really nice and I’ve
been using them for about 3 weeks . They are holding up
perfectly but I can’t decide which one I like more. Since
it was all of you who asked for a lid, I’d like to ask for
your input on the lids and the premium inserts (brass
& potentially copper). Please fill out the form here
(will leave open for a week):
https://forms.gle/UnDmUpF9H3Gzvrnx9
I have taller lids arriving in a week or 2, to test
accommodating taller artisans like Mervin (Crafted by
Annie), Apollo (Clackeys) & Ori (ArcanaKeys).
Currently everything else fits even knobs! No promises on
whether the taller lids will make the cut but I will
update you once I see them.
As for the results of the
last round of feedback. The colors are now updated below.
I decided to call the aluminum purple case Orchid. I
recently picked up a lilac Devastating TKL and my purple
color feels closer to orchid.
I should have another
update once I close the feedback form in a week. Pricing
& GB dates are around the corner. More info to
come!
6.5.21
Had a brass insert made for those who are interested in a
brass insert as either their primary insert or as an
additional one. Came out pretty epic!
5.9.21
The latest aluminum prototypes arrived! These reflect the
final product for the aluminum Keebsake with modular
inserts to provide compatibility for different artisan
sizes.
Looking for one more round of feedback before
running the GB. Greatly appreciate the input! IC FORM:
CLOSED
I am exploring a lid but this may come down the road.
Prototype ordered.
4.14.21
2nd round of polycarbonate prototypes arrived. These
are not dyed but rather painted.
Manufacturer remaking
the smoke color due to some finish issues. The remade
version should arrive in a few weeks.
This
polycarbonate version will become a budget option vs. the
aluminum at the expense of not being modular. In addition to
color, 2 formats will be offered for selection 1u and
2.25u
ABOUT ME, DESIGN INSPIRATION & INITIAL
PROTOTYPES:
More
About Me:
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Hello everyone, my name is Kevin and outside of my career I dabble in music production, photography, and wood-working among other things.
Ive been in this super fun hobby for a year. It started with a friend raving about his Key65 which led me to buy my first 60%…. an AnnePro2. I then moved on to an acrylic Tofu and a few weeks after that I was buying everything in sight. In the process, I fell in love with RAMA artisans and handmade artisans. -
Why Did I Make This Case?*
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I wanted a small display for my artisans that had support for 2.25u artisans.
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Design Inspiration:*
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Stream deck / Macropads / WKL ..let me explain
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My initial prototype was smaller and was inspired by Macropads and stream decks for their angle. I loved the way Alexotos and Taeha would have their macropads sitting on their desks with fun artisans.
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I wanted to find a way to elegantly support 2.25u artisans and match my boards. Enter one of my favorite aesthetics in the keyboard scene WKL.
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There Is Another Project With This Name!*
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After coming up with what seemed like a great name (a play on keepsakes) months ago, it turns out an awesome person came up with it 2.5 years ago for a neat way of storing their keycaps! JwordFish was kind enough to let me share in the name for the product. Check out his project at www.Keebsake.com which will lead you to his project on Instagram! He is still very much interested in making them a reality and plans to continue prototyping new sizes! He has other ideas up his sleeve as well! Check it out and let him know if you like his project!
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Details / Roadmap*
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Features:*
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Designed to hold 14 1u artisans or ten 1u PLUS two 2.25u artisans. The slots run larger than the typical keycap size to make room for larger artisans like Ookeys from Hungry Hustlers (They are thicc)
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Aluminum + Polycarb variants will be offered. The aluminum version is modular to allow for customization and increase compatibility down the road.
The aluminum version is made of 6063.
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The polycarb versions are painted vs. dyed. The finish is great and durable. This is how I am attempting to achieve a budget option.
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Keebsake logo has different placement on polycarb (back of the top piece) vs aluminum (bottom side).
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Pricing*
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TBD but poly will be budget option vs. aluminum
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QTY*
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Based on feedback I believe we will hit at least 100 units. I will leave the GB open for 2 weeks.
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Colors:*
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Aluminum - E-white, Black (anodized) & Orchid (anodized)
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Inserts (anodized) - Silver, Black, Orchid & Gold
Premium inserts TBA
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Poly - Clear, Smoke & Lilac (these are painted, NOT dyed)
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Next steps / Road map*
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Looking to obtain feedback from the community before running the GB
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If there is international interest please fill out the form and let me know where you are from <3
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Hoping to run May sometime between June - early July but I have to make sure I am 100% satisfied with the project
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Contact:*
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kevenkeys/
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Feel free to chat with me about the project and let me know your thoughts! Or just say hello . Thats fun too!