RESTORED - DR. SEUSS Vintage 1956 Smith Corona Silent Typewriter Elite Typeface
Item History & Price
| Reference Number: Avaluer:25367929 | Brand: Smith Corona |
| Country/Region of Manufacture: United States | Year: 1956 |
| Vintage: Yes | Type: Manual |
| Features: Portable, With Case, Noiseless |
The machine for your consideration:This is a 1956 Smith Corona Silent (Elite typeface) typewriter.
Typewriter condition:This machine is fantastic and has been restored to its original working condition. The case is sturdy and it’s hinges strong. Please see pictures for more on the typewriter’s condition.
These are the writers who have used this particular model typewriter:Dr. Seuss (Theodore Geisel) *pictured aboveTayari JonesDonald Westlake
History of this model and manuf...acturer:Smith-Corona 5-Series1950 - 1962 L.C. Smith & Corona Typewriters Inc. Groton, New York, USFollowing WWII, and its Speedline Series, Smith-Corona unveiled its 5-Series portable typewriters, which sold primarily during the 1950s. These were (and still are) some of the best made, most user-friendly typewriters available. Granted, they aren't the handsomest bunch, but, when classic American craftsmanship is paramount, one can not go wrong with a 5-Series Smith-Corona.This group of portable typewriters were available from entry level Clipper model, to the Sterling, then the Silent, then Super and finally the top-of-the-line Silent-Super. They all had frontsrike typebar arrangements with four-row keyboards and basket-shift mechanisms. All of the models typed equally well. The differences were in the amount of optional features each that model came with. Some of these 5-Series typewriters were rebranded for the Sears department stores as the Tower.They were produced in several colors including Sapphire Gray, Desert Sand, Alpine Blue, Coral Pink and Seafoam Green. The texture of the enamel was rough and sand-like which is often referred to as a crinkle or matte finish. The most common colors found today are Sapphire Gray and Desert Sand. The keyboards were available only in green bakelite at first and then in white towards the end of the decade. During the early 1960s the body style was changed slightly and the crinkle texture gave way to a smooth finish. Per special order, a buyer could request his/her 5-Series be completely nickel plated.
The process of restoring the typewriter:Each machine is disassembled and each part is cleaned individually. Some may be soaked in a solvent bath and rinsed and soaked again till clean. Any parts that need to be adjusted or replaced or cared for.The exterior cover of the typewriter is cleaned with soaps and chemicals that don’t harm paint. Then the machine is greased and oiled in the appropriate places and lightly sprayed with a light anticorrosive oil to protect it.
Shipping and Terms:All machines are packed and shipped by a professional shipping company with instructions from me for specific typewriter packing considerations. Machines are fully insured when shipped to protect both buyer and seller.Functions of the machine are tested and the typewriter is in working order when it is shipped. Returns are subject up to a 25% restocking fee.
Please ask any questions before purchase.
Offers are happily considered.
Typewriter condition:This machine is fantastic and has been restored to its original working condition. The case is sturdy and it’s hinges strong. Please see pictures for more on the typewriter’s condition.
These are the writers who have used this particular model typewriter:Dr. Seuss (Theodore Geisel) *pictured aboveTayari JonesDonald Westlake
History of this model and manuf...acturer:Smith-Corona 5-Series1950 - 1962 L.C. Smith & Corona Typewriters Inc. Groton, New York, USFollowing WWII, and its Speedline Series, Smith-Corona unveiled its 5-Series portable typewriters, which sold primarily during the 1950s. These were (and still are) some of the best made, most user-friendly typewriters available. Granted, they aren't the handsomest bunch, but, when classic American craftsmanship is paramount, one can not go wrong with a 5-Series Smith-Corona.This group of portable typewriters were available from entry level Clipper model, to the Sterling, then the Silent, then Super and finally the top-of-the-line Silent-Super. They all had frontsrike typebar arrangements with four-row keyboards and basket-shift mechanisms. All of the models typed equally well. The differences were in the amount of optional features each that model came with. Some of these 5-Series typewriters were rebranded for the Sears department stores as the Tower.They were produced in several colors including Sapphire Gray, Desert Sand, Alpine Blue, Coral Pink and Seafoam Green. The texture of the enamel was rough and sand-like which is often referred to as a crinkle or matte finish. The most common colors found today are Sapphire Gray and Desert Sand. The keyboards were available only in green bakelite at first and then in white towards the end of the decade. During the early 1960s the body style was changed slightly and the crinkle texture gave way to a smooth finish. Per special order, a buyer could request his/her 5-Series be completely nickel plated.
The process of restoring the typewriter:Each machine is disassembled and each part is cleaned individually. Some may be soaked in a solvent bath and rinsed and soaked again till clean. Any parts that need to be adjusted or replaced or cared for.The exterior cover of the typewriter is cleaned with soaps and chemicals that don’t harm paint. Then the machine is greased and oiled in the appropriate places and lightly sprayed with a light anticorrosive oil to protect it.
Shipping and Terms:All machines are packed and shipped by a professional shipping company with instructions from me for specific typewriter packing considerations. Machines are fully insured when shipped to protect both buyer and seller.Functions of the machine are tested and the typewriter is in working order when it is shipped. Returns are subject up to a 25% restocking fee.
Please ask any questions before purchase.
Offers are happily considered.
