Cherry MX Grey 80g
Cherry MX Grey 80g linear: a heavy 80g POM-on-nylon switch with classic Cherry smoothness, low wobble and a deep, controlled bottom-out.
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Frequently asked
Is the Cherry MX Grey 80g linear or tactile?
This is the linear version (part MX1A-21NW/MX1A-21NN). Cherry has used the Grey name across tactile and clicky variants over the years, so confirm the part number when buying — the 80g linear has no tactile bump and a clean, uninterrupted keystroke.
Is 80g too heavy for everyday typing?
It is on the heavy side. The 80g actuation suits typists who bottom out hard and want resistance to accidental presses, but lighter-fingered users or fast gamers will likely prefer something in the 45-62g range.
Does the Cherry MX Grey 80g need lubing?
It runs respectably smooth stock thanks to the POM stem, but a light hand lube with 205g0 on the rails and a thin coat on the spring removes the last traces of factory grit and tames the heavier spring's ping.
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