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Looking to replace the scratchy switches on my womier, any recommendations? (lemmy.ml)

submitted 5 days ago by randomname@sh.itjust.works to c/mechanicalkeyboards@lemmy.ml

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I bought the Womier RD75 Pro a couple of months ago, and although It's been great as a first "real" mechanical keyboard for me, the switches are very slightly scratchy, and even though I almost never notice it, I would like a slightly more premium typing experience. I'm trying not to go over 50 dollars for a set of switches for it, any recommendations?

And while I'm at it, have any of you bought this keyboard as well?

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[–] pineapple@lemmy.ml 1 points 3 days ago

If you haven't already you should definitely try lubing them. Just search up an online guide it takes a while but it should help heaps.

[–] Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world 5 points 5 days ago (2 children)

Grease?

Molykote EM-50L

Krytox GPL 205 Grade 0

Tribosys 3204

I use molykote.

[–] randomname@sh.itjust.works 1 points 4 days ago (1 children)

I don't have the patience to do that, and after looking for a bit it seems like gateron's pro v3s are cheap enough and high quality, was thinking of going for the creamy yellows too.

[–] Blue_Morpho@lemmy.world 1 points 3 days ago* (last edited 3 days ago)

Swabbing grease is faster than pulling switches. And switches aren't necessarily pre-lubbed either so you could still have scratching. The gateron factory oil is light oil and can be scratchy. That's why keyboard companies list whether their switches are lubbed independent of the brand of switch.

[–] Mandarbmax@lemmy.world 2 points 4 days ago

I agree, breaking in the switches and then greasing them is probably the best bet. Waxboiling the switches as a last resort too.

[–] gabmus@lemm.ee 1 points 3 days ago (1 children)

I have a Womier SK75, it came with mint blizzard switches I believe. Incredibly scratchy, absolutely unusable.

I swapped mine with Akko Rosewoods, they are so much better. I can recommend any Akko switch, depending on your preference, as they are generally pretty good and usually easily attainable (you can usually find them on amazon).

Another Akko switch I tried is the Botany: similar feel to the rosewood, a bit crispier and clackier compared to the almost soft feel of the Rosewoods.

[–] randomname@sh.itjust.works 1 points 3 days ago (1 children)

This might sound stupid but I'm new to the hobby. how are akkos compared to gateron? cause gateron is what I frequently see recommended, and they do have budget options

[–] gabmus@lemm.ee 1 points 2 days ago

I don't have huge personal experience with gateron, but yes they do have a good reputation and I think they might be another good option.

Honestly if your womier switches are as bad as mine, anything will be a huge improvement.