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TACTILE · 50g
tactile Gateron

Sillyworks x HMX Waverider

The Sillyworks x HMX Waverider is a single-stage POM tactile switch with a rounded bump, smooth travel, and a deep stock sound. Full feel notes inside.

50g
Actuation
2mm pre-travel
3.8mm
Travel
total key travel
4.0/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
4.0/5
Wobble
lower is better

How it feels

Smoothness silky → scratchy 8.0
Wobble stability rock-solid → loose 2.0
Cleanness glass-smooth → scratchy 2.0

How it sounds

Profile unrecorded
Noise level
Spring ping None

Frequently asked

Is the Waverider a heavy tactile switch?

It sits in medium territory. Actuation is around 50gf with a bottom-out near 53gf, so the gap between the two is narrow — the bump leads and the bottom-out arrives quickly without a long, heavy push.

Does the Waverider need lube?

No. It ships pre-lubed and feels smooth out of the bag. Most people can run it stock; hand-lubing only refines an already clean travel.

What kind of bump does it have?

A single-stage, rounded tactile bump near the top of the stroke. It is noticeable but not snappy or aggressive, which makes it easy to type on for long sessions.

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