Palmetto 60% (IC) - Keyboard interest check cover image featuring Palmetto 60%, Carolina Mech, Van Dusen Mfg, keyboard, group buy, South Carolina, high-end, locally made, CNC, mechanical keyboard, cerakote, anodizing, brass weight, USB-C, o-ring mount

Palmetto 60% (IC)

Keyboard
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The Palmetto 60% keyboard is a high-end, locally manufactured board from South Carolina. The group buy starts on May 8, 2021, featuring a unibody design with local sourcing and production. The keyboard emphasizes local supply chain involvement and offers features like a thick brass weight and USB-C connectivity.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 71%
Neutral – 20%
Negative – 9%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Supportive comments about the design and color options."

  • "Excitement for being local and made in South Carolina."

  • "Many users expressed interest in participating in the group buy."

  • "Praised the unique features like the bottom ripple and brass weight."

Negative (2)

  • "Some concerns about the potential price being too high for certain users."

  • "Aesthetic concerns regarding bezel thickness and design symmetry."

Suggestions (2)

  • Consider making the bezels thicker for a more premium look.

  • Engraving 'Made in USA' on the weight for added appeal.

Questions (2)

  • Will there be another group buy?

  • Inquiring about the specific details of some design elements.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread features a strong positive sentiment with a focus on local manufacturing and design. 45 comments show high engagement, indicating a thriving interest in the project.

Project Specs

Name
Palmetto 60%
Release year
2021
Switch Options
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Profile
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Layout Size
60%
Layout Standard
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Layout Ergonomics
8 degrees
Connection
USB-C
Polling Rate
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Battery capacity
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Mount Style
O-Ring
Case Colors
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Case Material
Aluminum, Carbon Fiber
Keycaps Material
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Dimensions
20 mm front height
Weight
3.7 lb
Hot Swappable
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Knob Support
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Display Support
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Mac/Win Support
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Multi-Media Keys
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USB-C
Yes
USB passthrough
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Hall Effect Support
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QMK Support
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VIA Support
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N-Key Rollover
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Rapid Trigger
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Screw-in Stabilizers
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Sound Dampening
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Backlight
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