For the past decade, Razer has been bringing out mechanical gaming keyboards under the BlackWidow banner, starting with the original model in 2010. The most notable of these is the DoubleShot. The most obvious of these is the double-shot ABS keycaps.

This means that there are two plastic layers in the construction of each keycap. The purpose of these two is to make the added layer more durable and prevent the lettering from rubbing off (since the lettering is under the second layer).

"Unlike traditional lighted keycaps that use printed lettering, the double-shot molding process molds the lettering into the keycap's structure, so the lettering will not wear off after thousands of hours of use. In addition, for added durability and stability, DoubleShot ABS keycaps are molded with extra-thick walls, making them tough enough to withstand even the most heavy-handed players," says Razer.

That is true of DoubleShot ABS keycaps in general. However, while this is not a problem with PBT keycaps, finger oils and repeated rubbing or typing can cause unwanted shine over time. Still, Dabshot ABS is a step ahead of regular ABS.

Compared to previous BlackWidow models, Razer says the V3 variant uses improved keyswitches and has brighter RGB lighting.

Razer offers the BlackWidow V3 in a full-size variant and a "tenkeyless" model. The full-size model includes dedicated media keys and a multifunction digital roller, while the tenkeyless model omits this feature in favor of a more compact design. Both have fully programmable keys with on-the-fly macro recording, N-key rollover, and gaming mode options.

The BlackWidow V3 is priced at $140 and the BlackWidow V3 Ten Keyless is $100. Both are available now. There is also a wireless version, the BlackWidow V3 Pro, priced at $230.