This is a beautiful 1949 Smith-Corona Silent "Floating Shift" typewriter with the original case. "Floating Shift" action is very smooth.
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Sold as is. everything you see in the pictures is what is included in this lot. we of course will get them out as fast as we can. we will help resolve whatever issue you are having. we try very hard to provide good communication and always strive for everyone to have a positive experiences!
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Carriage roller appears to be looser than should be. All keys are present and moving, but stick occasionally. I may be misreading one of the serial digits as well.
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The typewriter shows notable paint wear and finish loss around the edges. Includes its original wood-base case with hinged cover (as pictured), showing age wear and surface loss. • Displays as shown with visible paint loss and surface wear.
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This was the preferred typewriter of the Luke’s of Hemingway and many more famous writers. It appears to be fully functional although it needs new ink. I also tested it briefly before the ink dried so I cannot say with 100% certainty that it is fully functional.
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Very few blemishes. It does have a slight wear on the left top ribbon cover where the carriage handle has been moved over the top. The original platen, paper feed, feet, back space, margin release, tab are in good condition and the ribbon feed, new ribbon and bell work well.
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Type: Manual Typewriter. Included: Typewriter and original hardshell carrying case. This unit has beenvisually inspected andmanually tested. •Portable design with locking travel case. Model: Sterling.
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Typewriter does appear to work, but will require a bit of cleaning and new ribbon to get her working properly. Please review the photographs carefully for condition. Selling as is. (TR)
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TESTED & WORKS. No key with case. Typewriter locks in place inside the case and unlatches with no problems. Case spring clasps that keep the case closed work great. Just no key for locking portion of case lock. Comes with Black/Red ribbon.
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An early serial number: P5082, it is in very good condition, and includes the original case. Pica typeface. The gloss black paint looks very good, with the exception of a chip on the top left. One foot is detached, with the nut/washer missing.
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I DONT KNOW HOW TO USE IT.
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The typewriter is in good working condition and has been tested on paper—everything types smoothly and reliably. A photo of the serial number is attached for reference. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of typewriting history that combines functionality with mid-century aesthetics.
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Right corner of rear is cracked and case is in poor condition, sold as is.
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Fully functional. No ribbon rolls.
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The Olivetti “Valentine” — a 1969 portable typewriter in iconic red, designed by Ettore Sottsass and collaborators. More than a machine, it’s a piece of design history: a playful, carry-anywhere typewriter with a matching red case that embodies the late-1960s spirit of portable creativity.
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