SORRY, SOLD! 1956 All-Black, Erika Model 10 Typewriter with As-New Platen!

This Erika is an extraordinarily fine Model 10 typewriter in superb condition, cosmetically and mechanically, from 1954. It has not been repainted; it is all original. It also comes with two metal ribbons spools and, of course, a new ribbon.
[Note that this typewriter is available with either QWERTY or QWERTZ (German) keyboard. Please let me know which you prefer.]
The styling is sublime, the typing action is steady and fast, solid but soft to the touch. Erika typewriters are well-known and well-respected for the unique lever system they have for typing. This system gives a more relaxed "touch" than standard typewriters.  It has an QWERTY international keyboard with keys for European languages and the typeface is a beautiful Erika Pica (10 cpi). It has a new ribbon on the original metal spools, and is ready to type.
 
When "comparison shopping" other Erika Model 10's, please check the following:
—is there paint loss, especially on either side of the space-bar?
—is the carriage-return lever at a proper distance from the ribbon cover? Often these are bent downwards and will cause scratching and worse.
—is the case brown faux-leather? If so, ask the dealer if it closes properly. There was a design flaw in those cases and they often don't stay closed properly.
—does the automatic ribbon-reverse mechanism work properly? These are particularly "finicky" on Erikas and without it working properly you will have to raise the ribbon cover and manually change directions of the ribbon. Very annoying!
—does the "Shift Lock" keep the capital letters at the right height? Often these are not properly adjusted. Not a big deal, but can be annoying.
—Check if the keyboard is QWERTZ (German) or AZERTY (French). These keyboards will be difficult to become accustomed to for English writers.
Needless, perhaps, to say, but you won't find any of these issues on this typewriter!
 
 
Acme typewriters have been the choice of discerning collectors and writers more than 1,000 times since we began selling online in 2016. They are fully guaranteed to work. Most shipments to the US arrive in 3 days--often much faster than most domestic shipments within the US. Acme typewriters are carefully selected, beautifully restored and come with a one-year mechanical warranty and lifetime customer-service. Each comes with a lead seal, attached to the body, identifying it as a fully-restored Acme typewriter. Many new dealers strive to imitate us--none succeed.
 
For a discussion of the Erika Model 10, please see:
https://typewriterreview.com/2014/12/17/erika-10/
 
Overall, this typewriter is in outstanding condition. All keys type as new. The platen-roller is smooth and clean and has an excellent softness measured at ~90 on the hardness scale (Shore A; 85-95 is considered ideal). The body finish is in pristine condition with almost no signs of age or use. The Chrome is in perfect condition. The rubber feet and paper feeder rollers are in excellent and soft condition.
This Model 10 comes with the original hard case. The case is in superb condition externally and internally.
The paint finish is all original, as are all other aspects of this beautiful typewriter.
This extraordinary example of an Erika Model 10 typewriter will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to preserve its condition and beauty. It will be fully insured during shipment. We are known for excellent packing and shipping. Please see our reviews on Etsy.
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