1952 IBM Model A #126465
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Michael Boyle (Boyle06)
Created: 04-14-2013 at 10:43AM
Last Edit: 04-14-2013 at 10:43AM
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Description:
This is an IBM Model A from the early 50's. When I purchased it the only think that was wrong with the machine was that the carriage return clutch was worn down to the point that it would not function. I was able to find a NOS clutch for this machine on eBay and it now functions perfectly. I used a model exactly like this one when I first started collage in the early 1980's and was really happy to find an identical one to that machine that I could add to my collection.
These are a very straight forward electric that are built like tanks. In spite of the industrial look, this model has a very light touch that is really to use.
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Hunter: Michael Boyle (Boyle06)
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I am an IT professional who truly appreciates older technology. I am a moderate typewriter hunter with a small but growing collection. I like machines from all era's. In my office at work I have typewriters as part of my decor and explain the significance of the machines to anyone who is unfortunate enough to get trapped :-) I really am glad to have found this database and group of collectors.
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