The HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) and JWK Ultimate Black switches are both standard MX mechanical switches of the linear breed. They both feature PC top housing, standard stem shape, - g actuation, 2 mm pre-travel, however, they come with different bottom housing (modified PA66 vs Nylon), stem material (LY vs POM), spring (22 mm vs stainless steel), bottom-out force (50 g vs 58.5 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 JWK Ultimate Black is a linear standard MX mechanical switch with PC top housing, Nylon bottom housing, and POM stem (standard shape). It features a stainless steel spring. The actuation occurs at 2mm. The 58.5g bottom-out occurs at 4mm. Factory lubing? Yes! Manufactured by JWK. |
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| Name | HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) | JWK Ultimate Black |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | stainless steel |
| Actuation | - g | - g |
| Bottom-out | 50 g | 58.5 g |
| Pre-travel | 2 mm | 2 mm |
| Total travel | 3.50 mm | 4 mm |
| Lube | Factory lubing? Yes! | Factory lubing? Yes! |
| Designer | Knock Knock Studio | - |
| Manufacturer | HMX | JWK |
By tracking prices and in-stock status of 30+ well-known keyboard stores worldwide, we can state that the JWK Ultimate Black is available at a single shop at the moment, while the HMX DuckDuck (Sunset Gleam) can be found in multiple 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. | JWICK Black Linear are serious contenders to the Gateron Oil Kings for a fraction of the price. The factory lubing job has been done incredibly well and most people will be satisfied with the stock experience. Compared to the Oil Kings the JWICKs have a sly deeper clack which makes the switch sound a little more quiet in comparison. Comes in two different weights 58.8g / 63.5g bottom out – beaverkeys. |
