1949 Hermes Baby #5137129
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Dyche Mullins (Dyche)
Created: 12-16-2025 at 09:49PM
Last Edit: 12-18-2025 at 11:12AM
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Description:
Hermes Baby (Rocket?) from 1949. Based on the serial number and the fact that it not labeled as either "Baby" or "Rocket" this model might fall into the transition period between the two names. Apart from a missing platen knob it is in remarkable mechanical condition. Very fast typer with only an occasional letter pile-up.
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Hunter: Dyche Mullins (Dyche)
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Status: Typewriter Hunter
Points: 123
I live in San Francisco where I do scientific research and collect old typewriter (both English and Russian). My current favorite is a 1950's Smith-Corona Skyriter. Ask me again tomorrow and I will have a different answer.
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