Razer Phantom Keycap Upgrade Set: Unique Stealth Design - Translucent Sides - Bottom-Lasered Legends - Keycap Removal Tools & Stablizers - Universal Compatiability - Black

If you game in the dark, you might be surprised and disappointed with some of Razer's keyboards, like the Black Widow Ultimate: the shifted characters don't light up--not just numbers and "@$#%" but also quotes, semicolons, etc. This is not a big deal but it does start to become an annoyance for those of us in low light or dark conditions.The Razer Doubleshot PBT Keycap set solves this problem, though that isn't its main purpose. It just happens that the shifted keys are designed to light up the shifted characters. These keys are designed for gaming (okay, but does this mean that other Razer keyboards are *not* designed for gaming?).They're sturdier, which honestly doesn't seem necessary--most keyboards will survive long hours of WASDing provided you don't slam your fist against it when things don't go your way.The big gain though is they have this nice tactile feel that's just a bit coarse. It's a faintly stippled texture that grips the fingertips a bit better.IMPORTANT TIPS:The package is neatly fit into four trays. It comes with a key puller that makes it easy to remove the keys, but for a MECHANICAL keyboard you really want to tread lightly as you pull keys like SPACE, SHIFT, and ENTER - they're on metal hinges and it takes patience to figure out how to slip the key first off one side's hook and then off the other. The instructions should have spent a bit more time showing you how to properly separate these keys - I take neighboring keys off to give me room to maneuver.Slide the key to the left until it unhooks from the right side, then lift the unhooked right side upwards and slide to the right - the key will unhook from the left side. Reverse the process to put the new key on. If you're having a hard time keeping the wire bracket steady while you line things up, use one 'fingertip' of the key puller to get under everything and hold it in place.Keys like these that hook onto a metal retainer clip also require you to stick fittings on the underside of the key - they don't seem like they'll fit, but it just takes pressure, patience and persistence to snap them in place. The fittings aren't symmetrical, so you'll want to examine the key you removed to figure out which way the fitting should be pointed - look closely!If they key won't fit when installed, or it fits but then won't come back up, just be patient, check the fittings and the hooks, and try again.This kit does NOT come with O-rings, so if you have a yen to do something different, now would be the time to nab a set of your favorite ones. If your keyboard has O-rings, don't forget to pull those off the old keys and slip them on the new ones before installing the key.Overall, for the price this is a nice kit and the keys feel good. The key puller works well. Razer could have spent a bit more time documenting the trickier mechanical keys and the fact that the underside fittings aren't symmetrical, but patience should get you though. It would also have been useful if Razer lit the shifted keys on all of their keyboards--there are a number of people who game in low light.

Premium PBT Material (5/5):The keycaps are made of high-quality PBT (polybutylene terephthalate) material, known for its durability and resistance to wear and tear. They feel robust and are designed to withstand the rigors of intensive typing and gaming.Doubleshot Injection Molding (5/5):The doubleshot molding process ensures that the legends (the characters on the keycaps) won't fade or wear off over time. This means that your keycaps will maintain their crisp, clear, and vibrant appearance for years.Stylish Aesthetics (5/5):Razer's attention to detail is evident in the keycaps' design. They have a sleek and modern appearance that enhances the overall look of your keyboard, making it stand out.Compatible with Multiple Keyboards (5/5):These keycaps are compatible with a wide range of Razer mechanical and optical keyboards, providing users with the flexibility to upgrade their keyboard aesthetics and performance.Customization Options (5/5):The keycap set includes extra keycaps for added customization. You can choose from different colors and keycap profiles to suit your personal preferences and typing style.Enhanced Typing Experience (5/5):Typing on these keycaps is a pleasure. The textured feel and solid build contribute to a satisfying typing experience, whether you're typing up documents or engaged in intense gaming sessions.Easy Installation (5/5):The keycaps are easy to install, and Razer provides a keycap puller tool in the set for your convenience. You can quickly swap out your existing keycaps and start enjoying the benefits of this upgrade.

I wanted to see what PBT vs. ABS keycaps were about, while going with a well-established brand. Enter the Razer upgrade kit. The "Like New" condition came at a great price from Amazon. The keycaps themselves were in good condition. The box was not and the keys were out of order in the trays, but were all present. Could not complain with the price.Onto the product. You get the US ANSI layout, as well as a UK layout and non-traditional key sizes if you need them. I was replacing on a Pulsar GG Optical Switch Keyboard (also sold on Amazon), so I went for the standard setup.Installation was easy with the included key puller. The trays had appropriate spaces for the rows of keys so that you can replace them as you go.The feel of the keys is great. There is a bit of texture there to indicate higher quality material than the stock keycaps. My one gripe with the keycap set is that the "thinnest font ever" advertising results in reduced RGB brightness coming through in a well lit area. This is one area my stock ABS keycaps was better at since I work in an office environment. In low light situations, the RGB looks great on the keyboard. The font is professional looking, and there are media keys on the F row if you wanted to reprogram them to work for playing media (which I did, corresponding to Razer's keys).Overall, happy with my purchase, just wish it was a bit brighter with the shine through. The actual key texture and quality are great for the price you pay, even more so if you go through Amazon warehouse.UPDATE: a few months in, I am getting some "shine" on commonly used keys, which I thought PBT construction was supposed to fix?? The texture is getting smooth like ABS keycaps, so now I am thinking, "what was the point". Also, the dim RGB shine through is also something that I am still thinking about.