The third switch in the Ashkeebs line-up, Alexandrite linear switches aim for a smooth stock typing experience and thocky acoustic.

Alexandrite Switches

The third switch in the Ashkeebs line-up: Alexandrite linear switches! Featuring branded HPE top and Nylon bottom housing, UPE long-pole stem, and a light 58g standard spring for a consistent thocky typing experience!
Switches come bundled in groups of 10.
Switch Type – Linear.Spring Weight – 58g.Switch Material – HPE top & Nylon bottom housing, UPE stem.Manufacturer – Tecsee.



• Linear switch type with 58g standard spring for a consistent thocky typing experience
• HPE top and Nylon bottom housing, UPE long-pole stem
• Bundled in groups of 10
• Manufactured by Tecsee

Alexandrite Linear Switches

Note: switch testers are not automatically bundled with books. They must be added to your cart separately.
Sometimes the mechanical keyboard world can seem overwhelming. It can also grow into a relaxing hobby that you want to share. Romly, a Japanese keyboard enthusiast, has a coffee table guide to help out.
detailed images and infographics
Beautiful photos and detailed research cover every page. Each element of the book is stylish, informative, and (oftentimes) cute. Learning and sharing will be easy, especially with the optional tester as a reference.
commentary and data for 12 switches
Romly breaks down different keyswitches based on raw data (like force curves), offering a lighthearted take on their performance and press-feel. Pop-culture references abound. Even the glossary of terms is accessible.
community spirit
Nods to community members, helpful organizations, and individuals show great respect for the keyboard hobby. Our team admires this — we hope to see more contributors like Romly creating content in the future.
switch tester bundle Gateron: Red, Black, Blue, Brown, Clear, Green, Yellow
Kailh: Pro Burgundy, Pro Purple, Pro Light Green
NovelKeys x Kailh: Box Thick Click Jade, Box Thick Click Navy measurements Book Dimensions: 18.2 cm x 18.2 cm x 0.4 cm
Book Weight: 138 g
Tester Dimensions: 9.1 cm x 9.1 cm x 2.5 cm (base to keycap)
Tester Weight: 82 g

- Romly, a Japanese keyboard enthusiast, has created a coffee table guide for mechanical keyboard enthusiasts.
- The book includes detailed images, infographics, and beautiful photos covering every page.
- The book provides commentary and data for 12 different switches, including force curves and press-feel.
- The glossary of terms is accessible and pop-culture references abound.
- The book nods to community members, helpful organizations, and individuals, showing great respect for the keyboard hobby.
- A switch tester bundle is available, including Gateron, Kailh, and NovelKeys x Kailh switches.
- The book dimensions are 18.2 cm x 18.2 cm x 0.4 cm and the weight is 138 g.
- The switch tester dimensions are 9.1 cm x 9.1 cm x 2.5 cm (base to keycap) and the weight is 82 g.
- Note: switch testers are not automatically bundled with books. They must be added to your cart separately.

Romly Mechanical Switch Data Book & 12-Switch Tester

Pinoko Switches

Kailh switches offer a solid path into the mechanical keyboard world with clean actuation and high durability.
specifications Kailh Blue – Clicky:50 cN Activation force | 1.9mm Pretravel | 4.0mm total travel Kailh Brown – Tactile:50 cN Activation force | 1.9mm Pretravel | 4.0mm total travel Kailh Black – Linear:60 cN Activation force | 1.9mm Pretravel | 4.0mm total travel Kailh Red – Linear:45 cN Activation force | 1.9mm Pretravel | 4.0mm total travel details 10 switches per pack
Plate Mount
Hot-swap compatible (plate mount)
Compatible with Cherry MX-mount keycap sets
Optimised for use with SMD LEDs (RGB or single color)
Over 70 million press lifespan

- Kailh switches are a good option for those new to mechanical keyboards
- Available in Blue (clicky), Brown (tactile), Black (linear), and Red (linear)
- Each pack contains 10 switches
- Plate mount and hot-swap compatible
- Compatible with Cherry MX-mount keycap sets
- Optimized for use with SMD LEDs (RGB or single color)
- Over 70 million press lifespan