Circa 1970 Olympia SM9 Vintage Typewriter with Case

Circa 1970 Olympia SM9 Vintage Typewriter with Case

from $997.00

Order this typewriter today, and we will send out a beautiful, working specimen of this model in about 2 weeks.

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It won't be this exact machine, and there may be slight variations. But it will be a beautifully restored machine in similar or better condition, with our working guarantee.

Here is an example of machine that we recently sold at Classic Typewriter:

Note that this is not the common font. Most of them have a serif (standard times type) font...

Beautiful Olympia SM9, the pinnacle of typewriter technology. This machine rivals any other in history. More reliable than the earlier Olympias, more robust than the Hermes 3000, more precise than the Smith Coronas.

What will you create with it?

All functions work as designed, including the two-tone ribbon selector, and the auto ribbon reversal mechanism. The tabulator.

The bell rings crisp and clear. The line-spacing works.

Specs:

Type: Portable

Keyboard Layout: U.S. QWERTY

Typeface: 10 or 12 CPI, usually serif, sometimes sans serif

Country of Manufacture: Western Germany

Color: White / Teal

Shift: Basket / Segment Shift

Overall rating (1 (dismal) to 10 (perfect)): 9.5

Features:

Tabs.
Single, Double Spacing.
Touch Control.
Auto Ribbon Reversal
Two-Tone Ribbon Selector
Original hardshell plywood lined case.

Aesthetics:

Very slight marks on gray base on one side, almost imperceptible. Otherwise quite pristine. Case in rough but functional condition.

The chrome still shines. Keys are clean. Paint is in excellent condition. The plastic components are strong and solid, and not warped or discolored. Plexi card guides are strong and clear.

Structure:

Structurally, this machine is quite excellent. No dents or warping. Very robust frame. 'Bulletproof' is a good word for machines of this vintage.

Mechanics:

The innards are quite pristine. Most pieces look nearly factory fresh. These machines were designed to last a lifetime! Coated metal insides. Carriage return is smooth and fast; spring is strong. Carriage return lever is solid. Platen knobs are well-adjusted. Type is aligned and balanced.

Rubber:

The rubber feet are still soft; they grip the writing surface. The platen is medium-hard and a pleasure. It still grips the paper and has some bounce. The rollers are doing well.

Case:

Original case is clean and latches well. No mold or strong smells. The handle is strong. There are some scuffs to the vinyl. Some surface rust on the hardware, which works well.

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