Gateron Oil King V2 Switch
Best linear switch for enthusiasts seeking a smooth, bassy typing experience.
These switches deliver a masterclass in buttery, low-pitched typing that feels perfectly tuned straight from the factory. You sacrifice the ability to customize your own lube job, but you gain a consistent, premium experience that saves hours of tedious manual work.
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Who it's for
- Typists wanting a premium feel without manual lubrication effort
- Keyboard enthusiasts seeking a deep, satisfying thock sound profile
- Precision seekers demanding minimal stem wobble for consistent typing
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious builders looking to minimize total project costs
- Purists who prefer a lighter, drier, and more tactile feel
- Heavy-handed typists prone to accidental key actuations
Performance breakdown
Typing Smoothness
Factory lubrication delivers a frictionless, buttery glide with every single keystroke.
Acoustic Profile
Proprietary housing materials produce a deep, satisfying, and resonant bassy sound.
Out-of-Box Readiness
Expert factory lubing eliminates the need for tedious manual switch modification.
Actuation Consistency
The 55g spring weight provides a reliable and uniform typing resistance.
Build Quality
Premium nylon and proprietary INK blend materials ensure long-term structural integrity.
Installation Versatility
Standard MX-style stems offer broad compatibility with most custom keycap sets.
Key Specs
Type
Linear Mechanical Switch
Actuation Force
55g
Bottom Out Force
65g
Total Travel
4mm
Mount Type
PCB (5-pin)
Top Housing Material
Nylon
Bottom Housing Material
Proprietary INK blend
Model Number
V2
Surface Finish
Smooth
Keycap Row Position
R1 (Esc/F-Row), R2 (Number Row), R3 (Alpha Row), R4 (Bottom Row), Spacebar, Enter Key, Shift Key
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