IBM Model M keyboard remakes

[timeshifter]

Need a recommendation for a keyboard for a client. She's used to the old IBM Selectric and original IBM PC's keyboards. Loved that keyboard. I hear this a lot. I remember them from when I got into the business. Very unique.

I know some companies have made reproductions and the like. Also vintage keyboards are for sale on eBay for $200. Would rather get something new that mimics the feel.

Any recommendations?

 

[YeOldeStonecat]

Go right to the source of the original...
Manufactured right in Kentucky.

Unicomp GA LLC

 

[timeshifter]

I found that page too, and clicked through to their Amazon store link and was disappointed. I guess we could order one direct from them.

Do you have any experience with them?

 

[YeOldeStonecat]

I've seen 'em at some clients...were being used in manufacturing/industrial uses. The things are tanks!

Unicomp Ultra Classic Review

For the hardest of hard-core typists, the Unicomp Ultra Classic pegs the quintessential PC typing experience like no other keyboard on the market.

www.pcmag.com

 

[timeshifter]

I personally use one of these keyboards on my writing rig

Do you use the IBM keyboard or the Unicomp?

 

[sapphirescales]

Do you use the IBM keyboard or the Unicomp?

Oh, IBM all the way. Nothing beats the feel of an original IBM. It's not just the switches, it's everything about the keyboard. I've tried other keyboards with mechanical switches and there's just no comparison.

 

[frase]

So loved them keyboards, yea prices on Fleabay are insane - just like Commodore products.