IBM 1391401 Model M Keyboard 1990 Used- very good condition. All keys test OK
Bottom line: The IBM 1391401 Model M Keyboard 1990 Used- very good condition. All 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
Case and keys are in excellent condition with no yellowing or dents/cracks. Cable connector is missing one locking tab (see picture) but still latches well and operates correctly.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored IBM 1391401 Model M Keyboard 1990 Used- very good condition. All… 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
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IBM 1391401 Model M Keyboard 1990 Used- very good condition. All keys test OK 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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