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LINEAR · 55g
linear thocky Gateron

Gateron Luciola 55g

Gateron Luciola 55g review: a factory-lubed INK linear with glow-in-the-dark housings, 60g bottom-out and a deep, full sound signature.

4.0/5
4.0 4.0 · our rating
55g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.6mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating

How it feels

Smoothness silky → scratchy 8.0

How it sounds

thocky
Profile thocky
Noise level
Spring ping None

Frequently asked

Does the Gateron Luciola actually glow in the dark?

Yes. The stem and both housings use a luminescent INK blend that absorbs ambient light and gives off a soft glow afterward. It is a novelty rather than a practical feature, but it works as advertised on a dim desk.

Does the Luciola 55g need lubing?

It ships factory-lubed and feels smooth out of the box, so most builders can run it stock. A hand-tune with thin lube on the rails and springs will squeeze out a touch more polish if you enjoy the work.

How heavy is the Luciola 55g?

It actuates around 55g and bottoms out near 60g, putting it in the medium-weight linear range — firm enough to avoid accidental presses but not fatiguing for long typing sessions.

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