The Holmen is a minimal 65% gasket mount keyboard designed for productivity. It features a 7-degree typing angle, aluminum construction, and has options for different plate materials. The keyboard includes a rotary encoder, macro keys, and a removable internal weight.
Community Sentiment
High Interest
Positive53%
Neutral26%
Negative21%
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Community Feedback & Sentiment
High Interest
Positive–53%•Neutral–26%•Negative–21%
Positive (5)
"Community is excited about the design and features of the board."
"A significant number of comments express enthusiasm for the rotary encoder."
"Design elements such as the symmetry and overall look are well-received."
"Many users indicate they would purchase if certain features, like WK layout, are included."
"Several comments highlight the minimalist design as attractive."
Negative (5)
"Concerns about the oversized rotary encoder."
"Discussion about the top right key blocker being out of place."
"Requests to remove the blocker or replace it with a logo."
"Feedback indicates dissatisfaction with certain layouts not being included."
"Users are displeased with the bottom row layout."
Suggestions (5)
Consider adding a WK version of the layout.
Remove the top right blocker or replace it with a badge/logo.
Provide an optional hotswap PCB for easier switch experimentation.
Explore offering different materials or colors for customization.
Adjust the size of the rotary encoder.
Questions (3)
Will there be different regional vendors for purchasing?
What is the estimated price range for the keyboard?
Is there a dedicated server for this board on Discord?
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Duckeebs Analysis
The thread consists of 53 comments with a good balance of positive and constructive feedback. Engagement is high with many unique contributions discussing various aspects of the product design. Some users are eager to see further developments and express intent to purchase if changes are made.
Project Specs
- Name
- Holmen 65% Keyboard
- Release year
- 2020
- Switch Options
- -
- Profile
- -
- Layout Size
- 65%
- Layout Standard
- -
- Layout Ergonomics
- 7 Degrees
- Connection
- -
- Polling Rate
- -
- Battery capacity
- -
- Mount Style
- Gasket Mount
- Case Colors
- Black, Grey, White, Deep Blue(Navy Blue), Plum
- Case Material
- Aluminum Top and Bottom
- Keycaps Material
- -
- Dimensions
- -
- Weight
- -
- Hot Swappable
- -
- Knob Support
- Yes
- Display Support
- -
- Mac/Win Support
- -
- Multi-Media Keys
- Yes
- USB-C
- -
- USB passthrough
- -
- Hall Effect Support
- -
- QMK Support
- -
- VIA Support
- -
- N-Key Rollover
- -
- Rapid Trigger
- -
- Screw-in Stabilizers
- -
- Sound Dampening
- -
- Backlight
- -
