1960s (or later) – Typewriter Review

Hermes 3000

Seven years. That’s how long it has been since I reviewed the 3000. I’ve gone through stacks of typewriters over

When I first started using Olivetti typewriters, I was drawn to their design. The modern shape. The colors. Their ads

Olympia Splendid 33 When the 1960s rolled around, Olympia had ascended to the top of the typewriter heap. While their good looks

Consul 232 (1966) When this typewriter came off the factory floor in 1966, Czechoslovakia was just two years away from

Olympia Traveller (1969) By the late 1960s Olympia had perfected the typewriter. While other manufacturers seemed to have lowered their

Olympia SF Deluxe (1960s) This is the typewriter for all your writing needs. The Olympia SF Deluxe has a strong, authoritative

Hermes Rocket (1960s) The Hermes Rocket typewriter is a pint-sized powerhouse. This little Rocket is built tough. With its all

Hermes Rocket (1970s) The first thing you notice about a Hermes Rocket typewriter is its compact size and quality workmanship.

Olympia SM9 (1966) The Olympia SM9 is a writer’s typewriter. It just plain works. Its utilitarian lines and solid mechanicals

Olivetti Underwood Lettera 32 (1963) The first thing you notice about this typewriter is how compact and solid it feels.