TEKNA 65SP Brings Left Side Numpad to 65 Percent Keyboards
An interest check for the TEKNA 65SP was posted November 30 2025, proposing a distinctive southpaw 65 percent keyboard with a left side numpad and boutique materials. The design from rheinason drew strong community interest for its cast bronze base, hardwood top, QMK and VIA support, and an estimated retail price that positions it in the higher end of the custom market.
The TEKNA 65SP interest check posted November 30 2025 introduced a left handed oriented 65 percent keyboard that integrates a numpad on the left side, presenting a rare option for southpaw typists and users who want dedicated numeric input on their primary keyboard. Designer rheinason presented multiple renders and design notes, and the thread on the interest check page served as the gathering place for technical questions and suggested revisions.
Key specifications were highlighted for evaluation. The board uses a universal soldered printed circuit board, supports QMK and VIA firmware for layer and macro remapping, and connects over USB C. The proposed case combines a cast bronze base with a hardwood top, with patinated bronze and oak colorways called out. The metal and wood build was estimated to weigh about 3.7 kilograms, contributing to a solid, stable typing platform and a distinct acoustical signature. The page listed an estimated retail range of roughly $375 to $400 USD.
Practical implications were immediate. The left side numpad opens workflows for users who prefer their number pad on the left for ergonomics or for left handed mouse users who want both keypad and pointing device on the same side. QMK and VIA support means layouts and macros can be customized without vendor software, while the universal soldered PCB allows multiple layout options at the cost of requiring soldering rather than hot swap switches. The 6 degree typing angle was noted as an ergonomics choice to influence wrist and palm posture.
Community reaction mixed high enthusiasm with constructive requests. Interest was strong overall, with many users asking for alternate layouts and blocker options to suit different keycap sets and typing preferences. The thread remains the primary place for feedback and suggested revisions, and renders and design notes were made available to help prospective buyers and builders assess compatibility with their setups.
Check the interest check thread to review the renders, layout options, and to leave feedback on alternate layouts and blocker choices. Designers and small production runs that combine heavy metals and hardwood tops continue to shape the higher end of the boutique mechanical keyboard market.
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