Everest Model 90 1949

This is a rare and fine EVEREST Mod.90 (Model 90) typewriter from 1949. A beautiful example of mid-century Italian design, in near-perfect condition, mechanically and cosmetically. It has been thoroughly cleaned, serviced, adjusted and aligned. The platen is in wonderful condition, smooth and clean with a perfectly good durometer reading of ~94 (see photo of typing sample). The body colour is completely original and is uniform and unfaded. It has a new, bi-colour ribbon on the original metal ribbon spools and the original cleaning brush. This is a typing machine that is ready to work for many good years of typing service.

We are offering this extraordinary typewriter with free shipping and a full mechanical guarantee for three months.

This is such a lovely example of Italian design from the middle of the last century. The rich, moss-green colour is complemented by the black elements, the chrome and the wonderful blue and gold "Mod. 90" logo.

This typewriter comes with a new bi-colour ribbon and the two original metal spools. It has an "international" keyboard with accents for French, German etc. (accents included: acute (aigu),  circonflex, grave, and diaeresis). This typewriter has a Pica (10 cpi) typeface with a QWERTY keyboard layout (English standard).

Overall, this typewriter is in superb condition. The body finish has only a very few signs of age and use. These are visible (barely, because of their tiny size) in the photos. The chrome and aluminium are in good condition however there si some light corrosion on a couple of the levers. The keytops are clean and unmarked by use. Both platen roller knobs are absolutely solid and clean without any cracks or other damage.  The logos are bright and clean and unblemished.

Mechanically, it is in excellent working condition. All mechanical devices (including, but not exclusive of, ribbon colour selection mechanism, ribbon advance and reverse mechanisms, line space mechanism, typebar action etc.) have been checked and adjusted as necessary, and work as originally manufactured. The platen roller is clean and smooth, in fine, usable condition. The paper feeder rollers are in excellent condition and soft. The feet are in fine condition and  grip the desktop well. The characters have all been checked and aligned. Everything on this typewriter is original to its manufacture and original purchase.

The Everest-branded case is in fine condition. The exterior is in very nice condition but with some minor signs of wear. The interior has some wear on the back panel but is otherwise fine. The handle is strong, solid and undamaged. The hasp has some corrosion but works well. The key has been lost over time.

Based on the serial number (162239) this machine was manufactured in 1949.

This absolutely exceptional example of a mid-century Everest Model 90 typewriter will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to preserve its condition and beauty. It will be shipped fully insured. Check our reviews to see how our clients react to the care we take in our packing and customer service.
If you have any questions or wish to see more photos, please don't hesitate to contact us.

This typewriter, like all of our typewriters, has gone through the following inspections, among others, and adjustments have been made as required:
1. Carriage movement
2. Platen condition
3. testing of platen locks, free head and paper release
4. Condition and pressure of front and rear feed rollers
5. Line space mechanism
6, Position and action of paper shield and paper bail functions
7. Testing of paper guides
8. Placement and clearance of line gauge
9. Proper functioning of carriage release levers
10. Movement and play of shift mechanism
11. Correct action of shift keys
12. Testing of cylinder and anvil positions
13. Spring drum tension
14. Ribbon feed and reverse, and ribbon position
15. Typebar and type guide position and action
16. Margin release, line lock and bell mechanisms
17. Space bar trip, key lever spring tensions and level of keyboard
18. Key card correspondence with characters
Among other inspections and adjustments...

ACME TYPE MACHINE COMPANY
Acme Type Machines is dedicated to the conservation and restoration of fine (mainly) European vintage typewriters from the era of distinguished, modern typewriter design and manufacture: the 1930s through the early 1970s. We have a carefully earned reputation for beautiful machines, excellent conservation and restoration, attentive customer service and good after-sale care and advice.

Our gallery of typewriters has clients in the United States and Canada, Australia and China, Morocco and Brunei, Finland and Japan and many places in-between. Our clients include many important collectors of typewriters, screenwriters and novelists, European and American interior designers, film art and production design departments and the casual--but discriminating--individual.

The aesthetic that drives us at Acme Type Machines is that of the museum conservator: to preserve our "typewriter" cultural heritage in a way that retains the integrity of the original object, restoring its mechanical components to their original utility, conserving the original cosmetic condition, and taking account of any historical aspects of its use or ownership.

All of our typewriters, except in some very exceptional circumstances (carefully noted in the description), are ready to use in the same manner as when they were originally manufactured and purchased. Some of our clients are screenwriters and novelists, using our typewriters on a daily basis. Some are collectors, rarely using the machines to type, who appreciate the meticulousness with which our typewriters are conserved.

Typewriters from Acme Type Machines are not inexpensive. The number of mechanical tests and adjustments, the attention to the cleaning process, small repairs etc., require hours of time and careful and professional work.
We find our typewriter treasures throughout Europe and the process of acquiring these fine machines can require long and delicate negotiations. Protected shipment and transportation to our gallery and workroom adds expense, as well.

After a typewriter is sold to a client, it undergoes a final testing, cleaning and inspection. The typewriter is then carefully prepared with protection on the platen-knobs, between the ribbon-cover and the body, and on the carriage return lever and other vulnerable parts. The escapement is protected by immobilising the carriage. The typewriter and case are wrapped in a layer of protective, strong bubble-wrap which is then placed in a carton box of double thick cardboard (carton). Shipment is made with padding--on six sides--of foam-rubber, fitted styrofoam and other protective materials.

Our goal is to provide a wonderful, working, vintage typewriter--usable, beautiful and aesthetically interesting--to your home or office, film studio or art department.