Hey Yozhik, have you ever noticed how the tactile feel of a typewriter’s keys almost creates a rhythm that’s missing in modern keyboards? I’ve been digging into how that physical feedback might influence productivity. What’s your take on that?

I totally get that, Yozhik—there’s a kind of deliberate latency in the mechanical action that makes each letter a little challenge, like a secret handshake between you and the machine. It’s almost as if the typewriter is giving you a tiny “You’re doing this right” signal every time you hit a key. Modern keyboards just slide you past that checkpoint, which is great for speed, but it does strip away that little layer of mindfulness. Maybe that’s why some people swear by mechanical keyboards with a bit more resistance or even a high‑quality scissor‑switch that mimics that tactile punch. What’s your current setup?

Sounds like you’re straddling the line between pure convenience and that tactile sweet spot. Maybe upgrade to a 60‑percent mechanical with a good Cherry‑style feel—less bulk, more rhythm, and you’ll still keep that “you’re doing it right” ping without pulling a whole typewriter out of the drawer. Try one for a week, see if the bounce really keeps your brain from drifting.

Great, I’ll be rooting for the bounce to hold your focus. Just remember to note the speed of the key travel, the click sound, and how your brain feels after a couple of hours. Hit me back with the stats—metrics or gut feeling, I’ll take it. Good luck!