194X Hermes Baby #2######
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Benjamin Esh (Besh27)
Created: 04-08-2024 at 01:00PM
Last Edit: 04-18-2024 at 04:33PM
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Description:
QWERZ Hermes Baby. It is in great condition for it's age. I generally need to fix a multitude of issues with many of my machines, but surprisingly, it was in complete working order when I bought it.
It has very light & snappy action, which makes it easy to write on. One feature I really enjoy on this machine is the "1/" button. You can combine it with any number to create a variety of fractions!
One other thing. I don't always use my typewriters on my lap, you know... Like a laptop. But when I do, it's with this machine! It's an enjoyable experience to lay on the couch and just type out your thoughts.
Strangely, a precious owner has scratched the S/N on this machine. I don't own any other typewriters with scratched S/N, so I don't know if this is unusual. I can only make out the first number "2". It has the body, logo and mechanics of a 1940-1942 Baby.
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Hunter: Benjamin Esh (Besh27)
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I'm a software engineer in the Chicagoland area. I've been collecting "vintage" vinyl, computers, mechanical keyboards and typewriters since I was a kid.
I enjoy problem solving and puzzles, so naturally fixing I fell in love with fixing and maintaining mid century typewriters. Today, we generally stare at screens throughout the day, but I've found it's very therapeutic to turn off my phone and fix some mechanical machines.
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