The Gateron Luciola and JWK Vertex V1 switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature POM stem material, standard stem shape, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different top housing (Ink vs Nylon PA66), bottom housing (Ink vs Nylon PA66), spring (22 mm black-plated double-stage vs 15 mm stainless steel), actuation (55 g vs 50 g), bottom-out force (60 g vs 62 g), total travel (3.60 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are not too similar. Let's check out this side-by-side specs rundawn with details, availability -- and even current prices -- to figure out which one fits you the best!
The Gateron Luciola is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Ink top housing, Ink bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm black-plated double-stage spring. The 55g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 60g bottom-out occurs at 3.60mm. Luminescent housing. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by Gateron. | The JWK Vertex V1 is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with Nylon PA66 top housing, Nylon PA66 bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a 15 mm stainless steel spring. The 50g actuation occurs at 2mm. The 62g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! |
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| Name | Gateron Luciola | JWK Vertex V1 |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | Ink | Nylon PA66 |
| Bottom housing | Ink | Nylon PA66 |
| Stem material | POM | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm black-plated double-stage | 15 mm stainless steel |
| Actuation | 55 g | 50 g |
| Bottom-out | 60 g | 62 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.60 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | - | - |
| Manufacturer | Gateron | - |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the Gateron Luciola is much more widely available, but the JWK Vertex V1 is also available in stores.
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Prices, discounts, and stock status are checked regularly; however, changes since the last update cannot be ruled out. Everything here is for informational purposes only. Check the product pages for the latest prices!
Gateron Luciola force curve | JWK Vertex V1 force curve |
| No JWK Vertex V1 force curve available. |
Comments on Gateron Luciola switches | Comments on JWK Vertex V1 switches |
The Gateron Luciola switch is a linear switch with a housing made of a luminescent material that glows for a certain period of time even in dark places. This switch uses the same Ink V2 mold and material, but is pre-lubed via automatic equipment, and it sending out light green glow in the night – Coffeekeys. | Vertex V1's were designed for low pitch lovers. Despite being long pole, they have a very low pitch that people who love quieter and lower pitched sounds love – SwagKeys. |
