Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
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Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter
Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter

Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter

$145

Antique Early 20th Century Cast Iron Manual Typewriter

An impressive antique manual typewriter dating to the early 20th century, featuring a substantial black textured cast iron frame, exposed mechanical typebars, and a traditional round-key QWERTY keyboard. This early office-style machine showcases the intricate engineering of mechanical typewriters, with its visible typebar assembly, metal-rimmed keys, and numbered carriage scale. The heavy industrial construction and exposed internal components give it an authentic historical character, making it a distinctive collectible from the era before electric typing equipment.

The typewriter features a wide paper carriage with a rubber platen, adjustable paper guides, metal carriage controls, and exposed gears, springs, and mechanical linkages. Its original black finish has developed an aged patina, complemented by the naturally weathered metal components and round black-and-cream keytops. A striking display piece for an antique office, library, historical collection, vintage writing desk, or industrial-inspired interior. The manufacturer and exact model have not been confirmed from the visible markings.

Details
- Type: Antique manual office typewriter
- Period: Early 20th century, approximately 1910s–1930s
- Material: Cast iron and metal with rubber and composite components
- Color: Black with aged silver-toned and brass-toned metal accents
- Style: Antique industrial / early office equipment
- Keyboard: Traditional QWERTY layout with round, metal-rimmed keys
- Features: Exposed typebar basket, mechanical typing assembly, wide paper carriage, rubber platen, carriage adjustment controls, numbered measurement scale, and visible internal gears and linkages
- Dimensions: Approximately 21" L × 12" W × 9" H
- Condition: Antique condition with substantial age-related wear, dust accumulation, surface oxidation, scratches, and discoloration to the metal components. The black finish shows areas of wear, particularly around the carriage and exposed mechanisms. Keys and major mechanical assemblies appear largely present. Rubber platen shows age. Mechanical operation and typing functionality untested. Sold as displayed.

HS Code: 8469000000
Country of Origin: Unknown

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