The birds sing a pretty song and there's always typing in the air

From my 1950 S-C Silent

Here's a link to Ryan's initial Type-In post. 

I'm sure his blog will have more details as the date gets nearer.

Skewing The Balance

I'm really going to have to take a break from typewriter hunting. I keep finding bargains on beautiful Smith-Corona machines. Which means my collection is getting a bit S-C heavy.

Honestly, I'd be willing to part with this one. Let me know if you need more Smith-Corona in your life.

What's in the (cigarette burnt) case?

Another Silent!

The "Before" Shots

The same day I picked up the Hermes from the shop, I bought this sporty Smith-Corona Silent. I've wanted one of the racing-stripe emblazoned Smiths for a while. This one was too good to pass up.

The case is in wonderful shape:

Sadly, the machine was really dirty and one of the key linkages was detached.

Dust bunnies!

The thing that sealed the deal (besides the price) - the original manual in the original envelope.

 Tigger had to complete his inspection before I started work.

An evenings work and I have it typing. I still have repairs to make, though.

1. The carriage return ratchet only allows the platen to spin "forward"
2. The line spacing selector only selects single-space (Probably related to the first problem)
3. The bell doesn't ring

Other than that, it seems to be working fine. I know it's not splitting atoms, but the sense of accomplishment I feel after getting this thing typing is pretty satisfying. The yellow-labeled keys are even growing on me. I want to get it really ship-shape before I take "after" pictures.

Tucson Typewriter Safari

 

As a footnote, I should say we didn't do nearly as much thrifting as we had originally planned. The stench from old smokey was making its way into the passenger compartment and we decided to head home after only two stops. There may be untold riches lying in wait for the next Typospherian to venture Tucson way.

It's the Hardest Part

From the 196x SCM Corsair Deluxe

Get Your Motor Running...

1942 Corona

195x Royal HH

Stodgey Businessman Style: ACTIVATE!

 

Your First Is Always Special

The obligatory snapshot