IBM Model M Keyboard OCT90 1391401 Deep Cleaned, Restored & Bolt-Modded No Cable
Bottom line: The IBM Model M Keyboard OCT90 1391401 Deep Cleaned is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the keyboards & mice category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.
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Manufacturer description
This keyboard has been fully disassembled for inspection and repair. Reassembly included the “bolt‑mod” process wherein all of the rivet locations were drilled for steel M2 8mm pan head screws and secured with steel M2 washers and hex nuts to immortalize the entire internal assembly.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored IBM Model M Keyboard OCT90 1391401 Deep Cleaned using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the keyboards & mice category. IBM's keyboards & mice lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.
Common buyer scenarios for keyboards & mice of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.
Full Specifications
| layout | 101-key |
|---|---|
| switch_type | buckling spring |
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IBM Model M Keyboard OCT90 1391401 Deep Cleaned, Restored & Bolt-Modded No Cable is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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