The HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) and DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, - g actuation, however, they come with different bottom housing (modified PA66 vs Nylon), stem material (LY vs POM), spring (22 mm vs gold plated), bottom-out force (50 g vs 63.5 g), total travel (3.50 mm vs 4 mm). That said, they are only slightly 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 HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, modified PA66 bottom housing, and LY stem (standard shape). It features a 22 mm spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 50g bottom-out occurs at 3.50mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Knock Knock Studio. Manufactured by HMX. | The DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a gold plated spring. The 63.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Designed by Dangkeebs. |
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| Name | HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) | DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl |
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| Type | linear | linear |
| Footprint | 5-pin | 5-pin |
| Top housing | PC | PC |
| Bottom housing | modified PA66 | Nylon |
| Stem material | LY | POM |
| Stem shape | standard | standard |
| Spring | 22 mm | gold plated |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 63.5 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | - mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! Lightly pre-lubed from factory. |
| Designer | Knock Knock Studio | Dangkeebs |
| Manufacturer | HMX | - |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) is much more widely available, but the DK Creamery - Blueberry Swirl 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!
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Bottom Housing of DuckDuck is a mix of PA66 and fiberglass. It provides a unique bottom-out sound compared to other switches. It has been renamed from Sunset Gleam to DuckDuck. Designed by Knock Knock Studio. Factory lubed with 205g0 and 105g0. | DK Creamery's Blueberry Swirl is the perfect summer delight. This vibrant creation is meticulously crafted with the finest ingredients from around the world to provide an exquisitely smooth and pleasantly linear typing experience. This treat combines fresh molds, refined factory lubing techniques, and the tried-and-true combination of polycarbonate top housing, nylon bottom housing, and POM stem to ensure an unmatched typing experience – SerpentKeys. |
