1984 Royal Academy #44209186
Status: My Collection
Hunter: James Grooms (jgrooms)
Created: 12-08-2025 at 10:24AM
Last Edit: 12-08-2025 at 11:10AM
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Some are flat, some are round, while others are square. Some turn to dust, some just break and then others turn into a pile of goo. You never know what kind of belt you'll get until you pop the plastic and take a look.
This one was square and had teeth, but I don't see why, as there is nothing on the gears. I used one of my big Smith Corona O-rings. Sometimes I wonder if these are too small in overall OD and thus causing the motor to work harder.
This particular machine had been used very little, as measured in possibly single-digit hours. An easy mineral spirits brush, blow and go.
All of these late 70s to early 80s budget models are great typewriters for children to learn on.
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Hunter: James Grooms (jgrooms)
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Typewriters are the perfect blend of using one's technical skills, history and functional purpose. My goal is type tested machines. My interests are not isolated to anyone area. For example, I am a big fan of Smith Corona electrics, mid century electrics and all things Royal.
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