What is SpaceFN and why you should give it a try
The SpaceFN concept - setting up your space key as a layer switch when held - is probably one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby. Let me explain how it works. My SpaceFN article on kbd.news made some rounds recently - quite surprisingly given the age of this concept. This piece you're reading is a condensed version of the full post. If you're left with unanswered questions, you'll most likely find the info you're looking for in the original write-up. On my imaginary top list of the most useful keyboard features, tweaks and hacks, SpaceFN would deserve a podium finish for sure. But what makes it so special? In short: SpaceFN is easy to implement, easy to learn, costs nothing, can be used with any keyboard, and can improve your productivity instantly. I will list its benefits below, but can state right at this point that the SpaceFN concept, setting up your space key as a layer switch when held, is clearly one of the most useful tweaks in the keyboard hobby....
Apr 30, 2024
If you actually did your research like you said you did, you'd know that GMK acquired Cherry's original doubleshot molding tooling. These tooling machines are extremely expensive. GMK's primary target audience is the industrial and business sector, not niche keyboard enthusiasts. Hence, when they take time out of their production schedule to make these group runs, it costs them money. That cost needs to be passed onto the consumer, but in return, we get peace of mind knowing we'll receive high quality key caps. I challenge you to go on the market and find a comparable set of doubleshot ABS keycaps. You don't think the keyboard community has already looked? EnjoyPBT (PBT, not ABS) would be the only one comparable, but even then, their sets don't come with as many as GMK. JTK is also another producer but lack quality control.
You don't think others haven't tried? JTK has been trying for over 2 years with numerous runs yet still faces quality control issues (they still offer a bargain quality/price product). Not to mention their sets don't come with nearly as many keys as GMK sets. But you're so confident in yourself so why don't you put your money where your mouth is and produce a cheaper comparable set. I'll be waiting with my wallet.
Why bother with CNC machining, molds, casting, or whatever other methods if all you want are "just keycaps"?
Because you want something specific that isn't otherwise available, right? Well, hey, that's exactly what this offers for 800+ people as well. Go figure!
I'll never understand the need of people to come into these threads to make such silly arguments. You start off with a blanket statement, then after being called on it decide to narrow the scope to say they're too expensive for "your needs"; all while belittling others and calling them names. It's completely unnecessary.
I should really not respond but I just can't help it.
If things like this does not matter to you.. then just GTFO and don't comment on it.. Theyway I see it, you feel sad coz you do not have the money to buy it that is why you keep on commenting.. And don't even start with you having money and stuff like that because I will not believe your poor ass