1969 IBM Selectric Composer #5022167
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Erik Bruchez (ebruchez)
Created: 03-25-2024 at 08:04PM
Last Edit: 07-04-2024 at 07:34AM
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Description:
This is a modified Selectric Composer used as part of an MT/ST Composer station. An obvious modification is that underneath are hooks that allow the Composer Console to control the Composer.
The label on the bottom says "Selectric Composer" and "Model 615".
Based on Ted's modified Composer, this should be usable independently from the Composer Console:
https://typewriterdatabase.com/1972-ibm-selectric-composer.4732.typewriter
The date is probably 1969 as the machine was put in service that year based on service records.
This came with a box of 18 type elements (including a regular Selectric element), plus one on the machine itself.
Typeface Specimen:
Links:
- Photo album: IBM Selectric Modified Composer (196x) - Part 1
- Photo album: IBM MT/ST Composer (196x) - Part 1
- Blog post: The IBM Magnetic Tape Selectric Composer - Part 1
- Blog post: The IBM Magnetic Tape Selectric Composer - Part 2
Photos:
Hunter: Erik Bruchez (ebruchez)
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I started collecting my first pre-WW2 standard typewriters in 2017. Since then I have added a few machines to my collection, which now ranges from the 1880s to the 1980s. As of 2024, I have more big standard (desktop) typewriters than portables, a few standard electrics, and some unusual machines like Varitypers, uncommon IBM machines, and more. I am not a pro restorer, but I have restored a few of my machines beyond simple cleaning.
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