The Selectric I, introduced in 1961, is the iconic rounded version of the Selectric line. Its body is gently curved and was designed by Eliot Noyes, drawing inspiration from Italian Olivetti typewriters. These are one of the quintessential typewriter designs of the 20th century.

While they lack the ‘correction’ features of their later, much larger counterparts, (The Selectric II and III), in many peoples’ minds, their iconic design and brilliant engineering make up for that. Also, typewriters are often used for drafting, where correcting as such is not so important. The quick flow of thoughts is important.

These are serviced by a trained technician and will run ‘like new.’ The paint comes in a few colors, and was a very resilient body paint. Some signs of wear may be evident. We replace the parts that we can replace.

These obviously need to be plugged in. The cords are usually updated to new. The ribbons are still available.

These have a type ball that can be changed, so you can collect various typefaces (unlike most typewriters, which only use one).

They are heavy and large… not ‘portable’ per say. Though you can move them around from room to room, etc. You can bring them up to a cabin or something as well, but they’re not meant to be lugged around that much. The mechanisms are delicate when dropped.

That being said, I am enamored of the Selectric; I think it is the peak of electric typewriter design.

They come in wide and standard carriage.

They are often broken during shipping, and won’t function after sitting for decades. But once serviced, they should run for many years without much work. A dust cover is a good idea.

Though you won’t get the exact machine shown in photo, you will get the best working machine that money can buy, with our industry-leading guarantee and lifetime trade in policy.

(I will flesh out the photo section as these are ordered).