1889 National 1b #3849
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Ben Metzger (benmetz)
Created: 07-20-2026 at 04:57PM
Last Edit: 07-20-2026 at 04:57PM
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Description:
This compact rarity from the National Typewriter Company of Philadelphia features a unique curved three-row keyboard, innovative double-shift mechanism that moves the entire keyboard assembly, and front-upstrike typebars. With its hinged carriage and full-length spacebar distinguishing it from the Model 1, it was marketed as one of the smallest and most comprehensive double-case machines of its era.
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Hunter: Ben Metzger (benmetz)
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I am a collector in Denver, Colorado, USA. You can contact me at ben.metzger@gmail.com / 1-270-776-5400. Find me on Instagram at @bpm.typewriters and view more of my collection at www.benmetzger.com. Please feel free to reach out.
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