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by uguuo_o 1019 days ago
This looked so good until I saw it requires switches to be soldered (by them or you). Hot-swappable switches is a must for me, specially at this price point. I guess my ergodox will have to last a bit longer until a proper replacement is found.
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That made me a bit hesitant too, because it's likely that I might not like the switches I choose first.

It takes a few days or weeks of actual usage to have an idea how suitable a certain switch type is.

It's also likely that I would choose different switches for a few keys....

There is a purchasing option for non-soldered switches.
Yes, it just means you have to solder the switches yourself. From their website:

This is a special version of Glove80 meant for users intending to replace key switches. Soldering is required for this keyboard to function.

there are two option to get it with: pre-soldered and with choc switches options and unsoldered (sort of DIY kit) with Red switches thrown included.