1982 Antares Compact 8000 #20042994
Status: My Collection
Hunter: Milan Berta (OSMSK)
Created: 03-29-2024 at 02:17PM
Last Edit: 04-06-2024 at 04:17PM
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Description:
I don't collect electric typewriters, but I couldn't resist this one. Look at the typeface. Unfortunately, even though the seller claimed it was functional, it wasn't. If anyone has such a typewriter for parts, or believes they can repair it, please let me know. The motor seems to be fine. I don't know if there is a compatible machine under a different name or manufacturer. And I'm not even sure of the year of manufacture. I'm just guessing, based on the serial number. German keyboard.
UPDATE:
It is renamed electric Underwood 650, see the pics. Ted listed the year of manufacture as 1982.
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Hunter: Milan Berta (OSMSK)
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Status: Typewriter Hunter
Points: 8333
Historical typewriters, cameras, sewing machines, ... - all beautiful things, that work only on the basis of human skill and ability. Therefore, they deserve our attention and respect. I do not want to let those inventions that pushed us forward much faster than we were prepared, them disappear in this way.
Lives in Michalovce, Slovakia. Proud father of two children. Started collecting in March 2020. More a hunter than a collector or restorer. But determined to change it and bring the machines to a new life. Thank you in advance for any of your advice and help. (English is not my strong side, so I use Uncle Google's help. Correct me anytime).
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