The model I received, the counter-intuitively titled Model F Ultra Compact, retails for an intimidating $420. That’s a high price to pay for a keyboard with few modern conveniences—but I’m sold.

The thing that set the Model F apart, and the reason enthusiasts still covet these boards after 40 years, is the buckling spring switch. Under each keycap is a metal enclosure with a spring.

IBM’s Model F keyboards are prized among keyboard enthusiasts. Introducing buckling spring switches over a capacitive printed circuit board (PCB) in the early 80s, they’re considered the ...

The second coming of IBM's Model F keyboard is upon us. A new project is bringing four new mechanical keyboards featuring the buckling spring switch. The switch debuted with the Model F in 1981.

Those interested in getting on the list to purchase a keyboard can head over to the Model F Keyboards website here. These remakes are going to be a limited run, so you’ll have until July 31 to ...

The new Model F project aims to offers some more compact form factors while retaining the design style of the original. The two main options are the F77 and the F62 "Kishsaver." ...

A member of the Deskthority forums who goes by “Durken” recently shared a custom build that looks like a perfect recreation of an IBM Model F keyboard, but scaled to 40% of its original size ...

Hardware Tech Culture keyboard retro New, customizable IBM Model F keyboards are now available New form factors, colors, and customizable firmware By Daniel Sims April 6, 2023 at 5:12 PM 16 comments ...

The IBM Model F keyboard should need no introduction. Famed for its buckling spring key mechanisms, the Model F is lusted over for its satisfying typing experience and Armageddon-proof build qualit… ...

Whether you remember the 1980s Model F keyboard or not, the sight and sound of one will send you hurtling decades into the past. Built by IBM, the all-metal Model F is so hefty and substantial, you ...