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Papilio (IC)

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The Papilio WKL TKL is a high-end keyboard designed with a 6063 aluminium and brass build. It features a gasket mount, a solder-only PCB by Sleepdealer, and is available in limited quantities with a price target of $450-500 USD. Issues noted in the prototypes are addressed for final production.

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Community Feedback & Sentiment

High Interest
Positive – 75%
Neutral – 21%
Negative – 4%
Positive0%
Neutral0%
Negative0%

Feedback Highlights

Positive (4)

  • "Community loves the design and profile of the keyboard."

  • "Many comments express excitement about the project."

  • "Users appreciate the sparkly finish and overall aesthetics."

  • "Comments express love and support for the creator."

Negative (1)

  • "One user expresses concerns about the quality of GB units and suggests using a better factory."

Suggestions (2)

  • Suggestion to consider a centered USB port for better design.

  • Some community members wish to see the sparkly finish preserved in production.

Questions (2)

  • Questions about whether the prototype color will be available for purchase.

  • Inquiry about the nature of the prototype group buy being public or private.

Duckeebs Analysis

The thread has a high engagement with 35 total comments. The overwhelming positive sentiment indicates strong community support and excitement each compared to minimal negative feedback.

Project Specs

Name
Papilio
Release year
-
Switch Options
-
Profile
-
Layout Size
TKL
Layout Standard
WKL
Layout Ergonomics
-
Connection
Wired
Polling Rate
-
Battery capacity
-
Mount Style
Gasket mount
Case Colors
TBD
Case Material
6063 Aluminium, Brass weight, SS Weight
Keycaps Material
-
Dimensions
-
Weight
2.3 kg
Hot Swappable
No
Knob Support
No
Display Support
No
Mac/Win Support
-
Multi-Media Keys
-
USB-C
No
USB passthrough
No
Hall Effect Support
No
QMK Support
No
VIA Support
No
N-Key Rollover
No
Rapid Trigger
No
Screw-in Stabilizers
No
Sound Dampening
No
Backlight
No