Paul Haddad Mar 20, 2025
I own an embarrassingly large number of Topre keyboards, typing right now on one I just got this week. This is beyond insanity.
https://www.theverge.com/keyboards/633344/norbauer-seneca-3600-keyboard-peek
The $3,600 keyboard that’s optimized for joy.

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Show threadJohn GruberMar 20, 2025
@paul Tell me a good Topre keyboard to buy so I don't buy this $3600 one. Please help.
Show threadSohan

@gruber @paul Depends on your layout preference. These are the best off the shelf options.
Tenkeyless → Realforce R3
65% → Leopold FC660C
60% → HHKB Hybrid

Most enthusiasts actually prefer the sound and feel of stock boards over their expensive custom builds.

My recommendation for a custom Topre board would be Sho keyboards[1]. His housings are pretty close to Norbauer quality at a fraction of the price.

You will have to assemble the keyboard yourself though.

[1] https://www.rebultkeyboards.com/search?q=Sho

Sho

Rebult Keyboards sells custom mechanical keyboard components and parts. From Malaysia, we ship internationally!

Rebult Keyboards
Mar 21, 2025 at 1:00amWeb
Show threadtboltMar 21, 2025
@so @gruber @paul I’d like to pickup a Realforce R3 but they’re tough to find in US.
Show threadSohanMar 21, 2025

@tbolt @gruber @paul mechanicalkeyboards.com is a US distributor. they’re running a sale right now.

https://mechanicalkeyboards.com/collections/realforce

Realforce