Gateron Series New and Classic Mechanical Keyboard Switches Sample Pack 20pcs

This was such a fun pack to test difference types. I used them in fidget clickers. Definitely helped me find a favorite type.

Just started doing some 3d printing and these worked great for the clicker fidgets!

When I received the package, I made sure everything was there. I noticed one missing switch that was not on the list. Specifically, I was missing a mini I switch. Instead of not having that, I found a switch that was replaced. Thanks to the web, I conducted some research and found out it was a smoothie silver switch. 13 linear switches, 4 tactile switches, and 2 clicky switches—too many linear switches in this tester. Get what I paid for, I guess.

i bought this because we were 3d printing keyboard fidgets. this sampler pack is great to test the sound.

Objectively, these are switches that I assume are made by Gateron. Beyond that, the switches are unlabelled and not all of the switches shown in the listing are in the pack. Technically it says this in the product brief, but it's unclear if you scroll down to the main description. The brief says "New products on the new, regular adjustment of the switch combination, the product to the actual receipt of prevail!. " which is... not the clearest, given the larger description just shows about 20 switches. In addition to not having all the shown switches, most of the switches I've received are not in the listing. I'd say about half of the switches I received are not even in the description, so I have to search them up purely based on how they look, can't even reference the product page. This is disappointing as I used the product page to determine I was going to buy this pack, based off what switches were listed.

I've been a mechanical keyboard enthusiast for a while now. There are so many new switches coming out almost every day it feels like, and tester packs like these are truly one of the best ways to test out new switches without breaking the bank. I've been wanting to try out some of Gateron's newer offerings like the Melodics, Smoothie Whites, and Mini i, but I didn't want to spend too much on a pack of each, but now I have one of each which is more than good enough to get a feel of how each switch performs. I've also been meaning to try out some of their classic offerings such as the Oil Kings and Ink v2s, but they can be very pricey so getting one of each in this pack is very nice. The included O-rings are good for those who are going for silent builds and want to see how they sound and feel, and the included Pro switches are nice for those who want to get a feel for the premium versions of Gateron's standard switch lineup. Overall, if you're new to the world of mechanical keyboards and want a pointer for deciding on a switch, or you're an enthusiast who wants to try out some new switches or add to your collection, this is a very nice pack and I am extremely happy with it.

The switches are nice and are varied. But if you are looking to be able to test them, this is not your set. These come in foam not an acrylic base.

A very nice assortment of test switches to try out. It does have one Hall effect switch so you'd need a compatible keyboard for that one. It also has a mix of 5 pin and 3 pin switches so you may need to do some trimming. My pack had 24 o-rings so thats a nice bonus. I randomly disassembled 3 switches to check for lube. There was lube present but it was inconsistent. One rail would be good, but the other rail would be partially covered. This is what I typically see and have to deduct a star. They make no claim to factory pre lube so no deduction needed! All switches were smooth to me. I'm no connoisseur of switches. ;-)