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196X Underwood 21 Serial # 616656 196X Underwood 21 typewriter, Serial # 616656 Types McGilicuddy's 196X Underwood 21 typewriter. 2024-10-01 From the Virtual Typewriter Collection of Types McGilicuddy: 196X Underwood 21 Serial # 616656 This typewriter triggers longing for a simpler time, when productivity machines were built to last, and simply work without the need for bells and whistles.
No doubt, this is a solid specimen -- portable in the expansive sense, but really designed to sit on a desk or table and get pounded regularly.
After some research, I believe this one was manufactured in 1965, but lack of certainty warrants the "196X."
I found this particular typewriter at my favorite online store, listed as a new arrival and appearing to be in nearly mint condition. The photos did not lie. I expect it sat in its hard shell case in someone's attic or basement for 50+ years before it was discovered for the estate sale. Though I was prepared to clean it thoroughly, it needed little more than a simple dusting. Older than I am, it functions flawlessly and smoothly.

196X Underwood 21 #616656

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Hunter: Types McGilicuddy (TypesMcGilicuddy)
Created: 10-01-2024 at 10:16AM
Last Edit: 10-01-2024 at 10:18AM

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This typewriter triggers longing for a simpler time, when productivity machines were built to last, and simply work without the need for bells and whistles.
No doubt, this is a solid specimen -- portable in the expansive sense, but really designed to sit on a desk or table and get pounded regularly.
After some research, I believe this one was manufactured in 1965, but lack of certainty warrants the "196X."
I found this particular typewriter at my favorite online store, listed as a new arrival and appearing to be in nearly mint condition. The photos did not lie. I expect it sat in its hard shell case in someone's attic or basement for 50+ years before it was discovered for the estate sale. Though I was prepared to clean it thoroughly, it needed little more than a simple dusting. Older than I am, it functions flawlessly and smoothly.

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Hunter: Types McGilicuddy (TypesMcGilicuddy)

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