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NK Silk Awaken
NK Silk Awaken is a factory-lubed linear with Krytox 205g0, among the smoothest stock switches you can buy. Our review of its feel, sound, and best use.
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4.5/5
Smoothness
our feel rating
How it feels
How it sounds
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Frequently asked
Do I need to lube the NK Silk Awaken?
No. It ships factory-lubed with Krytox 205g0, and the current batch improved the application. It's one of the few stock linears that genuinely doesn't ask for a re-lube.
What makes the Silk series so smooth?
A combination of well-toleranced housings and a generous, even factory lube job. The 205g0 application is the headline — it's the reason these glide the way they do straight out of the bag.
Who should buy the Awaken?
Anyone who wants top-tier smoothness with zero effort — first-time builders, or veterans who don't want to lube a hundred switches by hand.
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