Brother 44
When I was on the road for a couple months in my tiny camper I packed an Olivetti Lettera 32.
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Royal Parade
I like tiny & tidy. We bought a tiny teardrop camper last spring. We recently moved to a tiny house,
Hermes 3000
Seven years. That’s how long it has been since I reviewed the 3000. I’ve gone through stacks of typewriters over
Olivetti Lettera 31
Wouldn’t you know it, as soon as I finished the Studio 45 review, up pops another Olivetti. This time it
Olivetti Studio 45
When I first started using Olivetti typewriters, I was drawn to their design. The modern shape. The colors. Their ads
Restore Your Writing
When it comes to getting your words on paper, nothing gets in the way more than a cranky typewriter. For
Olivetti Lettera 35L
I’ve often considered the 1960s the pinnacle of manual typewriter technology. While some of the top American brands suffered declines
Hermes 2000
When someone says, it’s new and improved, my first instinct is to ditch the old and get the new. Suddenly
Triumph Perfekt
When I hear the word Triumph, I’m thinking motorcycle. And no, if you’re wondering if this typewriter was made by Triumph
A Typewriter Review
I’m often asked, what’s your favorite typewriter? Unlike the father of many children who dodges this by saying, I love
Groma Modell N
For every kind of writer, there’s a typewriter. Groma excels at functional style. While they’ll never win a speed contest, the
Erika M
By the 1930s, typewriters were firmly established in the workplace. While American portables were viewed as the less capable offspring
Groma Kolibri
When you think of East Germany, or rather, the former German Democratic Republic, one might think low-grade gear stamped out under
Facit 1620
Facit 1620 (1969) Every facet of the Facit is fantastic, from the ultra-glide action of the cylinder and bearing carriage system
Olympia Splendid 33
Olympia Splendid 33 When the 1960s rolled around, Olympia had ascended to the top of the typewriter heap. While their good looks
Torpedo 18
Torpedo 18 (1951) Like its weapon namesake, the Torpedo typewriter is sleek and fast. The keys move effortlessly and with fluid precision.
Remington Quiet-Riter Eleven
Remington Quiet-Riter Eleven When you first look at the Quiet-Riter Eleven, you’re likely to think of post-WWII American design—its bulbous
Consul 232
Consul 232 (1966) When this typewriter came off the factory floor in 1966, Czechoslovakia was just two years away from
Olympia Traveller
Olympia Traveller (1969) By the late 1960s Olympia had perfected the typewriter. While other manufacturers seemed to have lowered their
Erika 10
Erika 10 (1954) If you’ve ever used a high-end typewriter, such as an Olympia, Hermes or the versatile Smith-Corona and
Optima Elite
Optima Elite (1950s) It’s hard not to talk about the Optima Elite without comparing it to it’s German cousin, the
Olympia SF Deluxe
Olympia SF Deluxe (1960s) This is the typewriter for all your writing needs. The Olympia SF Deluxe has a strong, authoritative
Smith-Corona Skyriter
Smith-Corona Skyriter (1960s) The jet set crowd needs a tool for their age, and by its looks, the Smith-Corona Skyriter
Hermes Rocket (1960s)
Hermes Rocket (1960s) The Hermes Rocket typewriter is a pint-sized powerhouse. This little Rocket is built tough. With its all
Hermes Rocket (1970s)
Hermes Rocket (1970s) The first thing you notice about a Hermes Rocket typewriter is its compact size and quality workmanship.
Olympia SM9
Olympia SM9 (1966) The Olympia SM9 is a writer’s typewriter. It just plain works. Its utilitarian lines and solid mechanicals
Royal Futura 800
Royal Futura 800 (1958) If you were to judge a typewriter solely by its looks, then the Royal Futura 800
Hermes 3000
Hermes 3000 (1958) When sitting down to a Hermes 3000 for the first time, you feel drawn to the machine
Royal Quiet DeLuxe
Royal Quiet De Luxe (1946) If you want a solid typewriter that’s stylish and extremely easy to use, go with
Smith-Corona Sterling (1950s)
Smith-Corona Sterling (1950) Take classic 1950s Art Deco style, combined with simple and solid mechanicals, and you have the Smith
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