Unicomp Classic (Model M)

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Unicomp Classic (Model M) mechanical keyboard
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The Unicomp Classic keeps the original IBM Model M alive, built on the same buckling-spring mechanism and tooling Unicomp acquired from Lexmark, delivering the heavy tactile click and thick PBT caps that define the heritage full-size typing keyboard.

Best for: typing, office.

Unicomp Classic (Model M) specs

Layout full
Height Standard
Connectivity Wired
Hot-swap No
Stock switches Buckling spring
Keycaps Dye-sublimated PBT
Case ABS plastic
Mount Other
Backlight White / none
QMK / VIA No
Battery n/a
Typical price $104
Sound (stock) clicky buckling spring
Released n/a

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Alternatives to the Unicomp Classic (Model M)

Unicomp Mini M TKL · $114 The Unicomp Mini M packs genuine buckling-spring switches into a compact tenkeyless-style frame, giving Model M fans the classic clicky feel and dye-sub PBT caps in a smaller footprint than the full Classic.
Unicomp New Model M full · $119 The Unicomp New Model M modernises the heritage full-size with a slimmer trimmed case and USB, while retaining the authentic buckling-spring key mechanism and thick PBT keycaps that made the original IBM board legendary among typists.
Das Keyboard 4 Professional full · $169 The Das Keyboard 4 Professional is the brand's signature full-size typist board, pairing Cherry MX Brown or Blue switches with a brushed-aluminium top, a dedicated volume knob and a media control bar in a deliberately understated all-black shell.

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