Logitech G MX518 (Legendary)

[Vanir]

Otherwise, it could probably use some diet.. 100g? Ehm, quite a bit today.

Subjectively agree, objectively, well... It's pretty light for its size.

 

[Ruru]

Using a G400s and I will absolutely get this next. Loved this style since MX510, this just fits perfectly with my hand.

 

[John Naylor]

I used to buy them 5-6 at a time .... whenever newegg had em for $35.

Based upon the above the $60 procetag should warrant a abraided cable, weights and replacement feet ... then again, other brands with this quality and thos efeaturs are well over $100

 

[rtwjunkie]

I used to buy them 5-6 at a time .... whenever newegg had em for $35.

Based upon the above the $60 procetag should warrant a abraided cable, weights and replacement feet ... then again, other brands with this quality and thos efeaturs are well over $100

That said, I’m using a $12 Rosewill Ion D10 on my secondary rig that has near perfect fit for my large hands, great tactile feel of the switches, accurate sensor and a nice braided cable. Good quality doesn’t have to be expensive.

 

[Vanir]

Based upon the above the $60 procetag should warrant a abraided cable, weights and replacement feet ... then again, other brands with this quality and thos efeaturs are well over $100

Braided cable and weighing are more gimmicks than features in my book tbh.

 

[Mescalamba]

I dont see much point in cable, unless its one like Glorious model O has. Otherwise its gonna be replaced by anyone serious enough with paracord anyway.

Feet are better aftermarket, again apart Glorious.

Weights are just stupid.

 

[Vlada011]

Probably most famous mouse on planet.
But we all know who is best, Logitech G903 HERO 16K.
Almost you can feel soul of Switzerland in him.
Durable, precise, elegant.
3 years G900 design dominate in gaming world and now crown is in hand of 3rd successor G903 with improved sensor.

I have Logitech G900 and I hope I will recognize some discount or second hand offer of fabric sealed mouse,....
Until he show up some time I couldn't find good mouse and G700 was in terrible condition old several years, bought at the beginning of 2010 or 2009.
He was not available, G502 was not what I looking for and I start to think about some other brand...

In future I will not allow to that happen, I could use G900/G903 next 10 years.
G903 as main and G900 as backup, he will be cleaned to look like new in his box.
If Logitech decide to say goodbye to Fast Scroll I will still have them.

Both mouse go in Logitech service in my town for replacing Omron switches.
G900 -Omron D2FC-F-7N (20M) and G903 - Omron D2FC-F-K (50M) Made in China will be replaced with Omron D2F-F (75g) 10M or D2F (150g) 10M. Made in Japan.


Old famous clicks. Every Omron Made in Japan is rate to 10M, I think.
Made in China 20M and 50M but I not believe them at all. People say 10M are more durable and that's proven testing.

I only need to find what to buy Omron General Purpose 3A, Low-General Purpose 1A, or Microvoltage 0.1A. Maybe Microvoltage are the best.
Some expert need to advice me. That's D2F-01F (75g) and D2F-01 (150g). 2-5$ are 2 switches.

 

[silentbogo]

I miss the G5.....best mouse ever for me

I'd give you mine for christmas, but it's up for yet another refurb ))) Gotta add a braided USB cable and maybe replace some switches again....

I want that mouse, but wireless and with a fast scroll. I miss that shape...

That's my dream mouse. I'm thinking about transferring the internals of my G603 into the chassis of G5 and remaking the scroll wheel into an optical one.

Once again, they're the same shape.

Same shape, but not the same features. No weights, no cartridge, no warm and fuzzy orange glow from its underbelly etc.

Otherwise, it could probably use some diet.. 100g? Ehm, quite a bit today.

Go to gym. Here are some weights for ya:

 

[Vlada011]

Looks like Hero 16K Sensor is really so good if they just like that start to improve famous models old 10 years with new Sensor.
One G903 Hero is perfect for me.... Uhhhhh....
No better gaming mouse for every day use and surfing. He is best for gaming and best from gaming mice collection for normal use not only in games.

 

[Maurix_Legend]

And after 14 years of dedicated service, it is still serving me like the perfect soldier
No issues. Im amazed.

 

[silentbogo]

And after 14 years of dedicated service, it is still serving me like the perfect soldier
No issues. Im amazed.

Looks like yours is in dire need of a makeover. Check out a thread in my sig, I did a full rework of my G5 and it's still kicking in my office.

 

[Maurix_Legend]

Looks like yours is in dire need of a makeover. Check out a thread in my sig, I did a full rework of my G5 and it's still kicking in my office.

Thanks mate, ive checked your thread and its a good guide. Thx for the advice.

 

[Pugheaven]

Still running my MX518 original over a decade later, it's insane and seeing the daddy back but higher spec, I've just bought one and WOW... this is simply THE BEST mouse ever, simple as that! I've pu the G902 which everyone raved around from the other PC into it's box, never liked it and moved this old MX518 over to that... ahhhhh that's back to normal again! Life is good with a MX518!

 

[John Naylor]

I currently have twp mice on my desk... and Asus G950 and the MX518. The G950 has much better ergonomics, better hand fit, better feel and control due to the added weight but the wheel sometimes just stops working at which point I grab the 518. I'd have replaces the 950 except for the fact that I keep saying Im going to take it apart and fix it, but never seem to get around to it.