Archive for September 2008
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Underwood Five Desktop – 9851582 (1966)
This machine began my typewriter collection – although I didn’t know it would become a collection at the time. I owned a Kaypro IV computer in the mid-80s that had the annoying habit of cold booting without warning every few minutes. Combine that with the finicky printers of the time, and it became obvious that [...]
Olympia Deluxe – S80852
Desktop Olympias were sold by the millions in the 50s and 60s. This one dates from 1963. I found it for sale at the Jacksonville Humane Society Thrift Store.
It’s a solid machine with that West German quality feel.
Remington Quietriter UQ4020497 (1960s)
This is the sad tale of an eBay purchase. I spotted this nice looking version of a “60s” Remington Quietriter. Since this machine is largely covered in plastic, before bidding, I emailed the seller and asked if he would be willing to pack the machine itself in bubble wrap inside the case, and then securely [...]
Remington Quietriter – QR3272259 (1950s)
This is a Remington Quiet-Riter of 1950s styling. The serial number, QR3272259, is one digit longer than any other serial number I’ve found. I’ll have to do more research.
This paticular example has elite type and is a sand color with dark green keys. I have no idea of production figures, but I, personally, have not [...]
Smith Corona Skyriter – SC272402 (1949)
Smith Corona developed a really portable machine for use on trains named appropriately, The Zephyr. After the war, with the popularity of air travel, the small, lightweight typewriter was renamed The Skyriter.
It came with a metal cover so it was very convenient to carry.
This one was made in 1949 – about the time of this [...]
