Yes it would probably be better to just go for linears in the first place. I just like to open things and look inside, and wanted to share this revelation.
By the way, the click in the Kailh v1 whites is removable. When you open them, there is a small spring at the back of the stem, opposite side of the actuation feather. You can remove it very easily, and you have linears.
What is the difference between the MX and the choc version? If I understand correctly, chocs also fit in the 14x14 mm plate holes that the MXs need. And since you’re hand-wiring, there is no PCB with different holes. Shouldn’t the chocs just fit the MX version?
Update: the velcro tape is also really good for sticking them to smartphone holders.