1960 Smith Corona Electra 12 #5L E122591
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett (inkmama)
Created: 01-31-2018 at 01:12PM
Last Edit: 01-31-2018 at 01:12PM
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Description:
Bought this from someone on Craigslist. She said it was her grandpa's and he said he didn't want it anymore and that she could sell it. Paid $50. Works great. A little dirty but cleanable. Return lever is loose and I can't get at the screws but that's minor. The hum reminds me of a large cat purring, not noise but soothing. I've appreciated the electric quality because I hurt my hand and couldn't type on a manual but the touch is so light on this that it was great.
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Hunter: Barbara DeMarco-Barrett (inkmama)
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