1987 Erika 155 #7630927
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Laurenz van Gaalen (Laurenz)
Created: 12-22-2024 at 04:59AM
Last Edit: 12-22-2024 at 05:05AM
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Description:
Because of the yellowed body I wasn’t particularly interested in this machine and almost walked past it. Luckily I decided to check the types.
I find the Venezia the most beautiful italic typewriter typeface I know of. Note the old style figures, the design of the ampersand, v, w and y and the many details, like the tail of the Q and the swash on the J.
Tip: disconnect the spring below the right ribbon drive for a somewhat lighter touch.
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Hunter: Laurenz van Gaalen (Laurenz)
Laurenz van Gaalen's Typewriter Galleries [ My Collection ] [ My Sightings ]
Status: Typewriter Hunter
Points: 2066
I live in The Netherlands.
Most common typewriter brands over here are Triumph/Adler, Olympia, Erika, Olivetti, Remington and Brother.
I collect and restore typewriters to learn about their design and to write with them.
laurenz@planet.nl
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