tbh the mkb journey can be a very rewarding one, but it really depends on individual expectations. still, the more you know about basics the better.

in short i did these:
1. started from knowing common cherry mx switches (red, brown, blue);
2. chose red because that's what i like most;
3. tested different oem boards with red, found out all boards are not built equally, even with the same switch type; however decent oem boards will stand out from most choices;
4. got modular 60%, gk64 and started experimenting different parts: cases, plates, pcb, stabilizers, key caps, switches; used cherry mx red/silent red as reference to get rid of noises (pings, stabilizer rattles, etc.) and other stuff that i like and don't like;
5. got different lubes; started experimenting and identifying their differences;
6. experimenting with basic mods;
7. found out combinations that i prefer;
8. started to migrate from modular (gk64) to permanent builds (dz60) with those combos.

a note: nowadays, you can use modular boards as test boards. just bear in mind that they are not awesome at their stock states compared to decent oem boards; but they will become awesome after you applied relevant mods to them.

lmao kerkzhan. Almost certain I know you irl.

Yeah there are different type of lubes. Depending on the type of switch you have, you might go for a thinner or thicker lube.
If I'm not mistaken, you choose a thinner lube for clicky/tactile switches as you don't want the lube to cover the tactility, but you want thick lube for linears to smoothen it further.
Krytox GPL105/GPL205 are popular, but hard to find in quantities that we need, as they're normally sold in bulk. Stores normally have group buys for these. Join the mechanical keyboard malaysia group and keep an eye out, a member that often runs group buys for these lubes.

in general, switch and stabilizer lubing eliminates scratchiness, and improves sound and feels. the improvements are significant, compared to those without modifications. there are many types of lubes. the choice really depends on your preferred outcomes on switches and stabilizers.

if you just wanna have smooth key strokes, and don't mind reapply them when the effects are gone, singer oil and super lube grease are affordable and safe to use. since switch lubing is kind of tedious, you might wanna use better-quality oil or grease that have longer shelf life, like krytox gpl. (apply once, lasts for years), then you can pm quovadis123 for them.

edit: there are plenty of contents at youtube that teach us how to lube switches and stabilizers. you will notice that they all have their own preferred techniques. just learn and experiment at your own pace to find out more.

Have actually, but not long lasting with singer oil.
Victorinox is ok. But go for krytox is better.

How are you, Kai? Long time no see you post, already retired?