Vntg IBM Model M 1391401 -Sep 18, 1987 Bolt-Mod Restored + Cables-Rainbow Plate
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Manufacturer description
IBM 1987 build quality. Feature a rare "Rainbow Plate".
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored Vntg IBM Model M 1391401 -Sep 18 using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the PC & gaming hardware category. IBM's PC & gaming hardware 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.
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Full Specifications
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