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herbmatt1903 t1_ixv5bep wrote

Looks great! P.S. You can remove the Royal Kludge logo with a regular rubber (eraser), it just takes a bit of work but it'll come off without affecting the paint finish at all. Worth it if you'd prefer a logo-less look

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixv7oug wrote

This was first thought, to remove the logo, but I was afraid that I will damage the paint.

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trashem349 t1_ixvgx38 wrote

I have the same keyboard, nice choice! the outermost frame can pop off with light pressure (intentionally) - I just put it on backwards so the logo faces away from me instead of trying to figure out removing it. it works well enough for me, I usually forget it’s there!

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Svxyk t1_ixxhpn4 wrote

I have the rk68, it's also a great keyboard unmodded though the spacebar is a bit hollow

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixyw6n9 wrote

Nice, initially I was interested in a smaller form but going from full size to rk68 seem too drastic to me.

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peanut_butter_lover4 t1_ixw42su wrote

I probably wouldn't do it until after the return period is up (assuming you ordered from Amazon. I don't think RK really have any kind of warranty after that).

I've purchased two RK keyboards—the first one had a dead switch within a month and it had soldered switches. The second one was completely dead on arrival.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixwjuww wrote

Sad to hear that you had such bad experience with RK. I have to look if I have a warranty.

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techma2019 t1_ixw6d7h wrote

Got the black one myself a few weeks ago. First mechanical for me as well. I'm liking it!

Blue switches.

Got some o rings and tape mod. Was nice to see foam already inside. (earlier versions shipped without it I believe)

PS. Flip the cover to remove logo in 2 seconds. :P

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixwkvbv wrote

I am glad that you like it! Would really like some blue switches in the future. I will check the o rings and tape mods. Thank you for the cover advice.

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Svxyk t1_ixxhu1j wrote

Make sure to flip the spacebar, works a lot better

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RodRevenge t1_ixv15ot wrote

I have the same keyboard with ajazz banana switches and epomaker dawn key caps i love it.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixv7ya4 wrote

Maybe next year I will get other switches, thinking to get some blue switches.

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Zommbiebby t1_ixv5z5o wrote

Beautiful 😍 you have more confidence than I can ever lol I’d be so paranoid I’d get it dirty 🥹

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixv7gzt wrote

Usually I buy black peripherals but I wanted a change.I have it for like 2 weeks, it is still clean, but I have to blow the dust once per week. Compared with the black version, I think, the rgb lighting looks better.

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Poschta t1_ixvpav0 wrote

Consider popping off the keycaps (or maybe even completely disassembling it) to clean the insides, too.

I dust my keyboard all the time, but I still get a lot of stuff between the keys and under the switch plate. Hence me disassembling it every month to clean it completely - carefully wash the keycaps and go in with a soft brush, dump everything on the table and vacuum it away.

I use a camera cleaning kit, works fantastic for all my electronics.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixwkbjy wrote

For sure I will do such a deep cleam, but not so often as you, I was planning to do it 1 time per quarter but I might do it more often like 1 time at 2 months.

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Poschta t1_ixwpzkm wrote

You'll find your rhythm!

I just think it's super satisfying to have a perfectly clean keyboard and I thoroughly enjoy the process, so I do it a little more frequently :)

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cadnights t1_ixvf9r7 wrote

RK96 owner here, you'll love the difference after you lube them! Look into stabilizer mods too, I got my spacebar suuper nice with the clip and Holee mods

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixvfpr3 wrote

Great, looking forward to do it. I will check the mods you suggested.

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Arthorking t1_ixz4c73 wrote

Looks Clean af man! I too wanted buy this shiny Boi but got the RK100 instead cuz it was 55$ and this one was 63. (Idk why it was like that) I think I'll enjoy the extra keys cuz that's the only thing it has that RK84 doesn't but honestly I'll miss the removable skirt. Anyways Let's enjoy our First Mech Keebs, Can't wait to get mine and mod it! :⁠-⁠D

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RiderInNature OP t1_iy46xs9 wrote

The numpad is great but I wanted a smaller, compact keyboard so I got the rk84. Enjoy the rk100!

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shadeszzz t1_ixvid9z wrote

Looks dope, mine is on the way. My only concern is white color, I wonder If It will get dirty very fast compared to black keyboards.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixvju60 wrote

I think it will need a bit more of maintainence but the rgb looks really well on white.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixwljkm wrote

I try to keep my hands clean when using it to avoid getting it dirty but if I will ever need to write something fast and leave some marks, I will use a cloth to clean it.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixywfeb wrote

Great to hear that, this will be my main keyboard for a while so I am glad to hear they are reliable.

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Catch_022 t1_ixvtnmz wrote

I have the rk71 and honestly I am suspicious that it may already be pre-lubed, just feels so smooth.

I also really like the keycaps.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixwlu7v wrote

Some switches feel like they are lubed but others seem scratchy if they are pressed really slow .

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eczemau t1_ixwon11 wrote

I have the RK68. Even though I have a few more expensive and nicer boards I've found the RK68 being my daily driver. I've done a few mods and swapped stabs/switches/keycaps and just love it. Simple and gets the job done.

Have fun when you start modding it OP! This is a great one to learn with.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixywpfd wrote

Good to hear that you enjoy your rk68! The modding seems a bit intimidating but I plan to start with small stuff like lubing then get to the next mod.

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Inaynl t1_ixxuzhk wrote

Same keybs. It's already good without mods but will be even better with mods.

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[deleted] t1_ixyqcl8 wrote

This is my first as well! I've clipped and relubed the stabilizers and got new keycaps. I also made the mistake of getting the brown switches, so i just swapped them out for lubed akko silvers. So far I absolutely love it!

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixyvw5n wrote

Nice!What key caps did you get?

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[deleted] t1_ixyywur wrote

I got artifact bloom glow. They would be better with South facing leds but I still enjoy them :)

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T3ddyBeast t1_ixwrwdv wrote

I've got a royal kludge as well and love it. I put gateron silent switches in it and it's perfect for me. I use the Bluetooth to jump back and forth between work and personal pc all day.

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixyx2vq wrote

I have a separate keyboard for work, I wfh so I want to detach a bit from work thus the different keyboard but, I am loving the mechanical keyboard so I am thinking, maybe I will get one for work with silent switches in case I need to go to the office so, I will look into gateron silent. Compared to a membrane keyboard, how loud are they?

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T3ddyBeast t1_ixyyn68 wrote

They are membrane quiet but still feel good like a mech keyboard. I wanted something quieter for work and gaming (mashing f to pickup weapons was getting a little intense lol). This keeps the right feel but super quiet.

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5unTzu_ t1_ixyb3bt wrote

I got this one and personally did a tape mod (electrical tape 3x) and akko jelly blacks.. 12/10 imo

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixyx7n3 wrote

Nice, my switch list is getting bigger and my wallet is sweating.

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shieZer t1_ixyhnib wrote

Typing on a slightly modded RK68 plus (lubed stabs, the gamer keys swapped out for holy pandas and lubed reds) right now. It's a really great keyboard for the price and it will last you a really long time. Welcome to the club!

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RiderInNature OP t1_ixyxga9 wrote

Good to hear that RK is good choice to start with. Slowly but surely I will start doing the modding.Right now I enjoy it as it came.

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