Mason60 Forged- Cold cast metal keyboard cases- GB Closed!

Introducing Mason60 Forged, a new experimental series of cold-cast metallic keyboard cases for 60% PCBs. Made with resin and real metal powder, then backed with a core of engineered stone, the Forged series features unique surface textures and patinas.

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UPDATE- GROUP BUY EXTENDED UNTIL JAN 15TH 2023, NEW SILVER BRONZE IN ANTIQUE TEXTURE COLORWAY ADDED

UPDATE- Added option to add smooth finish Brass or Silver Bronze wrist rest

UPDATE Mar 3rd, 2023- Shipped out majority of orders, the rest to be shipped out in the next couple of weeks


THE MATERIAL:

Mason60 Forged series is cold cast in a mold, with an outer layer of metal powder and resin, with a core of engineered stone for added rigidity and weight. Most of the colorways also feature some form of patina finish which adds depth to the metallic texture and creates a weathered look- no two keyboard cases will look the same. The case is then sealed with a durable wax coating to protect the surface finish.

COLOR WAYS:

The Forged series breaks a lot of new ground for us- the first time working with metals and the first time we've created new surface textures. There is so much to explore with these new techniques, but we wanted to start with a limited selection of styles first, ones that we think look the best.










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FEATURES:

Individually hand-crafted keyboard case
60% style case, should fit most GH60 style PCBs (e.g. DZ60)
Tray mount with removable screw posts and stand offs (up to 6) and M2 screws
Silicone O-ring dampeners
Cork liner on the bottom of the case for grip and additional dampening
Optional EVA case foam and/or cork case dampener

Note that this product is just keyboard case only. Customers will need to provide their own PCB, plate, switches and keycaps.

GROUP BUY ARRANGEMENTS:

Start date: 15th of Dec, 11AM EDT
End date: 31st of Dec, 11PM EDT EXTENDED TO JAN 15, 2023 11PM EDT
Estimated shipping out date- February 2023
Group Buy will happen on a FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED BASIS
Purchase will be through our website, www.brazenstudio.co
Visa, Master, Apple Pay, Google Pay
Quantity-
30 units (all colorways combined)


PRICING (USD):

Case: $190
Optional EVA case foam: $10
Optional cork case dampener with logo: $14
Update- Optional wrist rest (brass or silver bronze) $50 add on, or $70 stand alone purchase (extra $20 shipping fee)

DIMENSIONS:

Case: 310x140x36mm, 1500g, front height 26mm, internal size 286.5x95mm (***please check it fits your PCB***)


Typing angle 6.5deg


QUALITY GUIDE- IMPORTANT!

Our cold cast metal finish looks very similar to real metal but it won't be 100% the same. While very hefty, the case will not be as heavy as the equivalent volume of solid metal. It will be cool to touch, but less cold than the real thing.

Due to the nature of the cold casting process, there may be imperfections in the finish (small dents, minor blemishes) but this adds to the weathered metal aesthetic we are trying to create.

The process of patination is also inherently unpredictable so the photos you see are for reference only. The final patina pattern might look quite different from the photos. We will make sure the final product looks beautiful, but you will need to trust our design instincts on this. The flip side of this is that every single finish will be unique.

Each board is sealed with a protective wax which should ensure that the patina does not rub off on hands or clothing. The wax also serves to preserve the look of the metal, though be prepared for some minor change in the patina over time.

Note that the physical shape and contours of the board are determined by the mold itself and so will be identical (with the exception of minor blemishes) to what you see in the photos.

SHIPPING COST (USD)
Location

Hong Kong (where we are based in)
$7.00
China, Taiwan, Macau
$25.00
Japan, South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Philippines
$35.00
Australia, Europe, USA*, Canada
$50.00
Middle Eastern Countries
$110.00

No Additional shipping charges for EVA case foam or cork case dampener when purchased together with the keyboard.
*For shipping to US Armed Forces location, please contact us
Customers will be responsible for all customs and duties for their country.


Mod Edit: Added [GB] tag to title (feel free to remove this edit when you see it)