This L.C. Smith #8 Standard typewriter from the year 1921 is in very good shape. It even comes with the original shipping crate. I love how the crate has “Ball Bearing Long Wearing” on the side. This machine and crate is a consignment and here is what is known about the L. C. Smith as related to me by the current owner. The original owner was born in 1904 in Covington, Kentucky. She went away to College at the University of Maine in … [Read more...]
Modern Tools
It is unsurprising I use quite a variety of hand tools servicing and repairing machines. Many are legacy tools no longer manufactured. I know many of you are typewriter enthusiasts and enjoy working on your own machines. This article is for you. For vintage tools, antique shops and online auction sites are your scourge. Read any of the typewriter forums and folks salivate at the chance to own forming tools. Those speciality tools are a … [Read more...]
Olympia Socialite – For Sale $325
This Olympia Socialite from the year 1958 (model SF) has been recently serviced. The machine features Pica type face, 10 cpi. The ribbon cover, on the right side, is a bit scuffed. The photo does not do it justice. Comes with a plastic clamshell cover. 5-134663 For Sale $325 Consign Hemmann … [Read more...]
Key tops, key tops, lovely lovely key tops
I spend a fair bit of my day cleaning machines. I admit, cleaning key tops is very satisfying. The job is simple and gratification is immediate. That's all, just sharing my cleaning jones. … [Read more...]
Facit T2 Standard Typewriter – For Sale $435
Feast your eyes on this grand 1962 Swedish Facit T2 Standard Typewriter. This machine features a nice italic type face, 10 cpi, complete with a wonky lower case h. Local pick up only T2-243770 For Sale $435 … [Read more...]
Adler 20 is a typing Monster!
This Adler Universal 20 typewriter is a customer's, and in for slow key action and the ribbon vibrator is stuck. Well actually, the ribbon vibrator was completely disconnected. It took removing the anvil and gently forming things back into submission before the ribbon vibrator was feeling like itself again. The card guide wire also needed a bit of attention. A modest machine, weighing in at 34 pounds, will consume every inch of your work … [Read more...]
Oliver Typewriter Wood Ribbon Hubs
I've often thought that I too could make those wood Oliver typewriter ribbon spool hubs. Lately, every time I want to buy just the hubs, my supplier is out of stock. My first attempt is adequate and fits nicely. The final product will use a GREEN tack to hold the ribbon. … [Read more...]
Sears The Achiever – For Sale $275
This is a fine example of a Sears The Achiever portable typewriter. The machine sports Pica typeface, 10 cpi. Comes with a carrying case. C01267487 For Sale $275 consign Hemmann … [Read more...]
Royal Safari, the plastic version – For Sale $285
This is the plastic version of the Royal Safari from the 1980's. It is a fancy brown! The machine features Pica typeface, 10 cpi. Comes with a clamshell cover. 6323426 For Sale $285 consign Hemmann … [Read more...]
Unboxing the New-In-Box Olympia
Recently I sold the new in box Olympia SM 9 typewriter from 1976. Many have asked to see the photos, and the customer who bought the machine also wanted to see photos of the unveiling. Since he asked I service the machine before shipping I have photos to share. All said the machine is in perfect, factory new condition. Even the rubber bands holding down the carriage release and carriage lock were in almost new condition. Forty year … [Read more...]
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