Serviced by Adam Brooks with Brooksaw Antiques, an experienced typewriter technician of over 7 years. Here’s a summary of what’s typically done A mid-century portable that excels where it matters most — performance, reliability, and typing quality — wrapped in one of the era’s most iconic forms.
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Tested and all appears to be working. Very clean. Excuse for Delay or Failure to Perform. Risk of Loss. Sale of Goods. Gonzalez Global LLC provides sales and consulting expertise for Keeper of The Grumper Foundation in Tucson, Arizona.
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In mechanically working condition. Needs ribbon and some tlc, but otherwise in good working condition.
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1960 Hermes Rocket Typewriter Pica Font VG Needs Repair. Carriage doesn't lock. The 7 and 1/2 keys stick. Certainly needs a good interior cleaning. Excellent Vintage Condition Free Shipping
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You will receive the exact typewriter and case that is pictured - nothing else is included. We also cannot guarentee the length of the currently installed ribbon's life, being that we have no idea how old it might be.
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Ivory color. Needs a new ribbon as this one is weak and sort of dried up. Ultra portable and well made item. All the functions work properly when tested.
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All of the keys appear to function as intended. The carriage goes all the way to the left and does not stay in place when move back to the middle as intended. I’m not sure what the issue is that needs to be repaired regarding the carriage.
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Crafted of sturdy steel and designed to last, the typewriter has a locking carrying case which it stays locked into until it is released. A new red & black ribbon will need to be replaced before use.
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I'm sure it needs new ribbon. basic testing seems good.
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Serial number is C 976889. Works and looks great. Pictures are good to judge. The original platen, paper feed, ribbon feed, new ribbon, margin sets, back space, margin release, bell, magic margin, feet are all good.
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Case has minor wear and dirt but overall is in average condition.
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Colors were confusing to distinguish. Anyway it is a nice color. Serial number 5A 896709. Original platen, paper feed, original feet, back space, tab, margin release are in good condition. Has a new ribbon, the ribbon feed and bell work well.
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Tested fully working keys strike hard the ink ribbon in it is vintage and will need a new one. This Vintage 1950's Underwood Olivetti Lettera 22 Portable Typewriter is a charming collectible piece from the era of manual typewriters. Made in Italy with steel materials, this typewriter exudes a retro appeal with its teal blue color and portable design. This Olivetti typewriter (has no case ) it is a functional writing instrument from the mid-20th century. Perfect for collectors or vintage enthusiasts, this typewriter is a nostalgic piece of history that still works today.
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Its streamlined design captures the late modern aesthetic that made Olivetti a design icon of the twentieth century.
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