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Gateron Switch Opener

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$9.30 In stock

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Customer Reviews (4.7 / 5 · 43 reviews)

Edward H. ★★★★★

Finally got my hands on one after it was back in stock, and the included pick tool made prying open even tight switches feel effortless. It handles Cherry-style housings perfectly without any bending or damage.

Abigail ★★★★★

First time opening switches without stabbing myself in the thumb—the plastic jaws grip cleanly and the metal pin gives just enough leverage to pop the top without bending pins.

Steven I. ★★★★★

The spring-loaded clamp holds switches firmly without slipping, which makes the unlidding process much faster than using a flathead screwdriver. I’ve opened about fifty switches so far and the tool shows no signs of wear.

Ella ★★★★★

I was a bit skeptical about needing a dedicated tool for opening switches, but the spring-loaded mechanism on this one works so smoothly that I’m glad I got it. The little brush for cleaning the housing is a nice touch I didn’t expect—saves me from digging out tweezers every time.

Richard ★★★★★

Finally, a switch opener that actually holds the switch tight without slipping off. The magnetic base keeps everything stable on my desk, and it pops the top off cleanly in one go.

Daniel M. ★★★★★

I was tired of fighting with cheap tools to open switches, so this one felt like a lifesaver. The ergonomic handle fits my hand perfectly, making it easy to open dozens without any strain.

Jason ★★★★★

This thing makes lubing switches so much faster — the teeth grab the housing firmly without slipping. Handles both 3-pin and 5-pin perfectly, and it’s small enough to keep in my desk drawer.

Kevin ★★★★★

I was pleasantly surprised by how much easier this opener made lubing a batch of switches—no more struggling to pop them open with a screwdriver. The metal construction feels solid and the magnetic latch works perfectly.

Penelope O. ★★★★★

I was a little skeptical at first, but the alignment pins on this opener fit perfectly with my Gateron switches, making the whole process much faster. The handle feels sturdy and the spring-loaded mechanism is a nice touch—definitely worth the wait if it’s out of stock.

Harper T. ★★★★★

This thing made lubing switches so much faster — the hinge design holds them securely without slipping. It's solid metal, not plastic, so no risk of cracking even on tight switch housings.