Logitech G5 Laser Vs. Mx 518 -- corded Mice for large hand

Quote from ElectricSavant:

I use corded...like the other poster said ...no batteries. But I have a large hand...Are there any large hand versions that are corded...links?

Michael B.
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It's exactly the sense of my original question.

I tried yesterday the MX518 but it fits exactly as the MX500 I already had on another PC. The shop yesterday did not carry the G5 for a trial.

That's why I looking for feedbacks about the Logitec G5 Laser that seems similar the MX1000 -- but it's corded.
 
Quote from late apex:

A few months ago, I resolved to get this not-so-minor aspect of my trading optimally "handled". Researched mice online (CNET, PCMag, etc., and, of course, ET). Narrowed it down to about 3 (corded) models, then went over to a Best Buy and played around with the large selection of mice they had on display. The Logitech MX-518 was my top choice. Like the previous posters, I'd recommend it highly, without any hesitation.

In term of a "large hand", you'd be wise to also try different models hands-on, whether at BB, Circuit City, CompUSA or any other store close to you. As you might know, the G5 Laser comes with a novel "weighting system", allowing you to vary the weight of the mouse from 128g (4.5 oz) to 177g (6.2 oz) in 16 1.7g and 4.5g increments. Hmm... I am happy with MX518's 3.8 oz (using my own scale) and dual thumb buttons.

For what it's worth, even after the release of the G5 Laser in August, the MX518 remains the top-rated corded mouse on CNET, 8.7 vs. 8.0:

http://reviews.search.com/search?q=...e=products&allfields=0&k=17784366&ob=7eRating
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After reading this whole thread and specifically this post i went out and bought the MX518... man what a nice mouse... totally agree... just floats... and fits my hand great...

cj...

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Quote from Bernard111:

It's exactly the sense of my original question.

I tried yesterday the MX518 but it fits exactly as the MX500 I already had on another PC. The shop yesterday did not carry the G5 for a trial.

That's why I looking for feedbacks about the Logitec G5 Laser that seems similar the MX1000 -- but it's corded.
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I had the opposite problem. I couldn't find anyone that had the mx518 or the G5 on display. In fact I couldn't even find the MX518 in stock- it wasn't even listed on the shelf tags. I tried BB and CompUSA. I did find the mx500 on display. I had to open the box at CompUSA to feel the G5 mouse out. I settled on the G5. I liked the texture and the cloth cord.

I got some sort of "advertised special" on amazon so I'm only paying $52 for it. I don't know what "advertised special" means - adverstised where? on Amazon? Why is that a special? - who knows. Checking todays price I saved a buck! Booyah! Should be here next week.

BTW, I also considered the G7. It seems like they have *sort of* fixed the latency issues associated with wireless mice - and you get a second battery. You can recharge it in the craddle/receiver while you use the other battery. I've never had a wireless mouse before so I wasn't willing to make the leap.

Oh and it looks like the G5 can only use the USB for connection. It can't use the standard ps/2.
 
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