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192X Protos Ruf Model 24 Serial # 111 192X Protos Ruf Model 24 typewriter, Serial # 111 Mario Braun's 192X Protos Ruf Model 24 typewriter. 2025-03-31 From the Virtual Typewriter Collection of Mario Braun: 192X Protos Ruf Model 24 Serial # 111 This Ruf branded Protos is an adaption the the Ruf proprietary accounting system with specialized accounting cards. The modifications include:
* A special swivel joint in the line advance mechanism allowing for larger advancement when pressing the carriage return lever.
* A QoL improvement on the paper bail roller release that allows to turn a big lever on the carriage right side instead of reaching behind the carriage to hold the paper table up.
* A set tab bar with stamped markings fitting the Ruf accounting card.

192X Protos Ruf Model 24 #111

Status: My Collection
Hunter: Mario Braun (locastan)
Created: 03-31-2025 at 02:34PM
Last Edit: 03-31-2025 at 02:36PM


Description:

This Ruf branded Protos is an adaption the the Ruf proprietary accounting system with specialized accounting cards. The modifications include:
* A special swivel joint in the line advance mechanism allowing for larger advancement when pressing the carriage return lever.
* A QoL improvement on the paper bail roller release that allows to turn a big lever on the carriage right side instead of reaching behind the carriage to hold the paper table up.
* A set tab bar with stamped markings fitting the Ruf accounting card.

Typeface Specimen:

Photos:

Front view
Front view

Sideshot left
Sideshot left

Right hand side
Right hand side

Underside
Underside

Line advance mechanism with jointed top finger
Line advance mechanism with jointed top finger

Paper bail roller release lever
Paper bail roller release lever

Set tabulator bar
Set tabulator bar

Hunter: Mario Braun (locastan)

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