1964 Smith Corona Poweriter #B6SE 102914
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Maury Estabrooks (CopperThumb)
Created: 04-23-2026 at 07:12PM
Last Edit: 04-23-2026 at 08:01PM
Description:
I have searched for a Poweriter from the moment I saw Joe Van Cleve introduce his friend’s Poweriter on YouTube. About a year later, this model appeared on eBay. It was advertised as operational. There were a few things that needed to be corrected. The spacebar was not operational because the lower body panel was indented.
This model operated on either a rechargeable battery or 110/220 based on the selection of the user. I found that the machine was serviced and battery option has been eliminated and the drivetrain upgraded. I will not reinstate the battery option. It’s 28 lbs and not considered portable in my book.
Typeface Specimen:
Photos:
Hunter: Maury Estabrooks (CopperThumb)
Maury Estabrooks's Typewriter Galleries [ My Collection ] [ My Sightings ]
RESEARCH NOTE: When researching the Smith Corona Poweriter on a computer with lots of screen real estate, you may find that launching the Smith Corona Serial Number page and the Smith Corona Poweriter By Model/Year/Serial page in new browser windows can give you interesting perspectives on changes throughout the model series.































