1982 Smith Corona Super Correct #6LEK 134970 G

Status: My Collection
Hunter: James Grooms (jgrooms)
Created: 04-12-2024 at 08:26AM
Last Edit: 04-12-2024 at 08:53AM

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A new twdb model add, not to be confused with the Correct XT. There are some interesting things on this late era 6 mechanism typebar electric . It is still using ribbon spools vs cartridge. The cover is a standard post pop off unit. The dual drive belts are gone for one toothed belt with a tensioner vs the variable pulley. The power bar wheel has the clutch on it. Body work looks white but has a sort of greenish hue to it. The paper bail is slick!

It types but has noises coming from multiple sources. The power bar drive wheel looks like only the body work is holding it on. The carriage return won't hold left. The carriage is grinding on something. Maybe it is the rack bar for the carriage return/line space? Parts.

I find ads for only one year, so we will call it a 1982 model.

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Hunter: James Grooms (jgrooms)

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