My Steelseries 6Gv2 just broke - Razer keyboards? - Page 3

On July 13 2012 11:38 PolishxThunder wrote:
6GV2 is the sturdiest keyboard out there for gaming, not sure how you managed to break it.

On July 13 2012 10:52 svefnleysi wrote:
(TLDR at the bottom)

My 6ish months old Steelseries 6Gv2 keyboard just broke. The "1" key stopped working. Over the course of about a day, it went from "sometimes not working" to "not working no matter what."

I'm pretty bummed out as I absolutely love how it feels, looks (minimalistic, no flashy lights) and, up until now, performs.

I've looked up the issue and I've tried plugging the keyboard in via both USB and PS2 on multiple computers. I've also tried taking the cap off the key and trying to get it to work that way. No luck.

Here's my issue, I live in Iceland and not a single store here carries Steelseries peripherals. I've checked all the major ones, and, as far as I know, pretty much all the minor ones, as well.

I could probably get something out of the warranty (not sure about the specifics) but in all honesty, with shipping costs and waiting times, I might end up waiting up to two months for something happen, it's just not an option for me.

Now, my actual question is twofold:

1) This is a long shot, I realize that, but does anyone have any suggestions for me to get my keyboard working? It's a real shame, as it's just that single key that doesn't work, and I really do love the design and feel of the 6Gv2

2) Can anyone recommend similar mechanical keyboards from other manufacturers? I've been looking into Razer keyboards, as stores over here actually carry those, but I can only find ones that have flashy lights all over them. I sleep in the same room as my computer, so I need a mechanical keyboard that doesn't have any unnecessary lights and also, doesn't take up too much desk space, similar to the 6Gv2. PS2 connector would be a plus, as well.

I would just get another 6Gv2, but I really didn't like the time it took to ship here, and I'm wary about getting another Steelseries product from this experience. Shipping times (and costs) being what they are, I just can't afford to be messing around with this.

TLDR:
Anyone know of a dark, minimalistic, mechanical keyboard, that's not from Steelseries?

On July 13 2012 12:53 rhs408 wrote:

This is what I was thinking, I have one myself, I think I'd have to use a hammer to get a key to stop working.

On July 15 2012 01:01 ilmeeni wrote:
Definitely get a Filco if you are looking for a durable, pro-grade keyboard. Steelseries and Razer stuff are just toys for kids. I've owned products from both and they just break down after awhile, because the quality of materials used is bad.

For quality, get a Filco keyboard and for mouse I guess there are a couple of options. I use Logitech, they have 3 year warranty versus Razers 1 year which alone will speak volumes about the expected lifetime of the product.

On July 13 2012 14:43 svefnleysi wrote:
Appreciate the input from everyone. I've decided on Rosewill RK-9000RE.

I'm in a bit of a pickle, though.

I'm trying to find a carrier who will ship it internationally (to Iceland, specifically).

Amazon.com doesn't ship electronics to Iceland (Amazon.co.uk does, but doesn't carry it).
Mechanicalkeyboards.com ships internationally, but not to Iceland for some reason.
Ebay only has a listing that doesn't ship to Iceland.
Newegg.com doesn't ship internationally.
Rosewill.com doesn't sell them online.

And now I've run out of ideas. Does anyone have any idea of some other site I might try?