i got the cmstorm and im loving it, would totally reccomend, although there may be a downside that im unaware of, i have had a great experience with it, although it is expensive, i splurged.

www.daskeyboard.com

I'd say browns.

I'm using a Filco Majestouch 2 (tenkeyless) with browns and typing on it is like 5 orgasms at once.

I find the little click is really nice for both typing and strategy/moba games, and for fps games it's irrelevant because you're holding the keys in.

..and although I can't confirm this, I've heard people complain about reds being too easy to press, leading to accidental presses when resting the fingers on keys.

do yourself a favor and buy the best keyboard ever produced.
http://pckeyboard.com/page/UKBD/UNI044A

don't forget the key layout...
I personally like the ANSI layout, but some prefer the ISO.

Steelseries went with an ISO layout, disgusting.

filco majestouch 2

CM Storm Quickfire.
I have a red Quickfire TK and I love it.
Only problem is balance issues with ctrl.
just bind crouch to shift :>

Edit: NEVER BUY THE STEELSERIES MERC IT WILL GIVE YOUR WRIST CANCER

http://www.elitekeyboards.com/products.php?lang=en

I've been using reds for a while, you get used to them in about a week or two :)

CM storm quickfire blues. Feels like typing on a real keyboard and has been great for gaming. I like hearing when I've done the action. It's also a 10 keyless short board so there's more room for your mouse.

love the razer blackwidow ultimate. Cherry mx blue switches

I have a board of MX Blacks and it's a pain in the butt to type on, so avoid those keyswitches. The actuation force is huge.

Noted

Where the hell can I buy these? The only ones I can find are $180 on amazon, surely they aren't all that much

I've read this about the blacks.. pretty sure I'm not gonna get them.

lol, this is the one I currently have. I don't like how clicky it is, looking for something a bit quieter and different

This one is in 1st place http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B003M549A2/ref=mw_dp_mpd?pd=1&qid=1361569840&sr=1-1

are there any that aren't glossy or the same price/switch?

i have the ultimate das, but yeah they are all glossy, but you get used to it, its overall a nice keyboard

http://i.imgur.com/EYyAi.jpg

look at those keys mmm

http://www.amazon.com/Filco-Majestouch-2-Keyboard-FKBN104ML-EB2/dp/B0053U3Z8G

this keyboard is built like a tank

do you have this one, defy? are the keys super heavy as some have said about blacks?

Try the stealth version? :)

**edit**

Those are the Cherry mx Brown switches, same clicky feel, lot less noise.

I'd rather not buy the exact same keyboard again just for a different switch. Would like to try other brands and styles while staying away from Razer at the same time.

I know what you mean, I want to get a tenkeyless, the wire for the Blackwidow is like a garden hose. :\

i use this one, its not heavy at all this is the best keyboard for gaming or just typing in general. takes a little getting used to at first but its definitely worth it

I'll definitely think about it but I'm afraid it might be above my price range 8(

http://www.reddit.com/r/MechanicalKeyboards atm this is the best place that is updated and has some good guides.

honestly what it comes down to is, you get what you pay for. while everyone has their own price range for new gear sometimes its better to just wait a little longer and save so you can chip out that little extra. in most cases the price can justify the quality if you know what you're getting of course. i'd say the same thing for headsets and monitors etc. you buy something good and take care of it, it will last a long time

Brown Key Ducky

http://tigerimports.net/sunshop/index.php?l=product_detail&p=13403

random tenkeyless with browns

I use a Majestouch 2 tenkeyless with linear black switches since 1.5 years back and I've been really happy with it. Linear switches are by far the best for gaming and I even prefer them over tactile and clicky switches while typing/programming. Don't worry about the resistance of MX blacks, I play scout and can easily switch direction several times per second without overlap. I wouldn't switch them for reds. Unless you write novels there is no reason to anything but linear switches anyway and in that case you should probably buy a modern day IBM Model M to go with your linear gaming keyoboard. Also, get a tenkeylesskeyboard if you can, it will allow you to move the mousepad and keyboard closer together which is more ergonomical, especially while typing. For you Europeans, The keyboard CO is probably the place to go. I've ordered from there with no issues.

http://elitekeyboards.com/products.php?sub=leopold,tenkeyless&pid=fc200rtab

bought this keyboard when it was on sale (except mine is white and has unlabeled keys). love it, highly recommend it. leopold makes a quality product.

make sure you do your research on switch colors
brown has a great feel that isn't as loud as blues

Filco is good. Lots of people selling them for cheaper at geekhack.org

Leopold is good and economical, I like mine with browns. elitekeyboards.com

My CM Storm TKL with reds has given me no issues, I slapped some blank white pbt caps on it to make it not look like poop. mechanicalkeyboards.com

If you don't need a fullsize board, look into some Vortex boards. They are good boards, and they look fucking dope in my opinion. Highly customizeable too if you're looking to pimp it out. mechanicalkeyboards.com

http://www.deckkeyboards.com/product_info.php?products_id=30