Finished my first build, it turned out prettier than I expected honestly. I got a diodeless kit because I had never soldered anything before, it was quite a fun learning experience. Also my first mechanical keyboard, I’m really enjoying the feel of the keys (Kailh sunset).

I was really worried about adapting to the column-stagger, I’ve only used the regular row-stagger before, but after one hour of practice I was already typing at about half my normal speed, so I’m pretty happy.

I do feel that I need wrist rests though. not sure how to fix that yet.

  • czech@lemm.ee
    5·
    3 months ago

    I’ve been using a 5 column version for a while now and have enjoyed it. The biggest issue is that the blackpill controllers aren’t always recognized fist try. It looks like you’re using a different controller- what is it?

  • kazaika@lemmy.world
    2·
    3 months ago

    Not medical advice I would actually advise against wrist rests especially while typing, they are obviously ok for resting but if you don’t feel comfortable i think you should at least try a little longer as it probably means that the necessary muscles in your hands are weak and need to develop first. But it may as well be a personal thing so definitely get them if you cant go without.

    Looks great btw!

    • Panties@lemmy.caOP
      2·
      3 months ago

      Thanks!

      I’ve been using Logitech ERGO K860 at home before this, so maybe I’ve just gotten used to the wrist rests. I’ve noticed that I lift my wrists into the air when I type on the Cantor, so I thought I needed some support. It’s actually not uncomfortable and I don’t type a lot, so I’ll take your advice and try a little longer with this setup. I’d honestly really like to avoid taking up the space on my desk, since I like to write on paper.

    • Panties@lemmy.caOP
      1·
      3 months ago

      Not me, I just bought a kit. I believe the vendor did and have the repo public on GitHub, but I have trouble finding it half the time.