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Rheinmetall KsT 1956

Rheinmetall KsT 1956

€ 520,00Price

What a "presence" this typewriter has on a desk, on a shelf, or in a room! The wonderful gloss black finish gives it a look that is subtle yet powerful. There is a very modern sleekness to the design. This typewriter is in perfect working condition and is in an exceptionally fine cosmetic condition as well. Rheinmetalls are known by typewriter enthusiasts to be of the  highest quality in design and manufacture.

This is a 1956, Rheinmetall Kst typewriter, in a relatively rare all-black colour. It is in exceptional condition in every way. The body colour finish is completely original and is unblemished by sun or any other factors. This typewriter has been well-protected and extremely well cared-for during its lifetime. It has been fully serviced, aligned and adjusted. We have outfitted this KsT with a new two-colour ribbon so you can start typing immediately. It comes with a lovely, hard case in excellent condition, the original Rheinmetall cleaning brushes, polishing cloth, original User Manual, case key and one original metal ribbon spool.

This is a fully-working--as original--typewriter. The only thing that you have to do is sit down, put paper on the roller and start typing. This Rheinmetall comes with the "Acme" lead certification seal attached to the typewriter under the keyboard. This seal permanently identifies this typewriter as a genuine Acme-restored typewriter and provides for a 6-month warranty at no charge. (See below for details.) We guarantee safe delivery and provide careful and attentive after-purchase advice and assistance from the date of purchase to the end of eternity to ensure your full satisfaction. In terms of an investment, the Acme Seal proves that this machine was restored in 2020 by the Acme Type Machine Company. This can add value in the event that you wish to sell this typewriter in the future.

All mechanical systems have been checked and adjusted or aligned as necessary. It has been thoroughly cleaned and properly lubricated for years of service.All the chrome  and aluminium is unblemished and uncorroded. The keytops are in excellent condition without any signs of fingernail scratching or any other damage. Everything works as it should and as originally designed. 

This is a Model KsT and therefore has the tabulator system.  

Based on the serial number (424150) this machine was manufactured in 1956. 

The keyboard is QWERTZ and the typeface is Pica (10 c.p.i.).

Regarding the rubber: Platen Roller is smooth, clean and soft, with an ideal hardness measurement of 89 (ideal is considered by most to be between 82 and 95). The Paper Feeder Rollers are new-like and soft. The Feet are new-like and soft.
Regarding the chrome and aluminium: Perfect.
Regarding the Body condition: Nearly Perfect. There are a couple of spots under the space bar about the size of a pinhead. The paint finish overall is wonderful!

It comes with the original case which is in superb condition inside and outside. There are a couple of very minor blemishes on the outside of the case. The chrome is in wonderful, bright condition and the handle is strong. The original key is present.

For a discussion of Rheinmetall typewriters visit:
http://xoverit.blogspot.com/2014/05/post-war-rheinmetalls-1945-1966.html

This superb example of a Rheinmetall KsT typewriter will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to preserve its condition and beauty. We have a lot of experience in shipping typewriters and have an excellent track record for proper packing and safe delivery. It will be fully insured during shipment.  We have shipped safely to the outback of Australia, the Sultanate of Brunei, Japan, China, Dayton Ohio, the Isle of Wight, Ecuador and hundreds of places in between. So have no fear.

See my buyer reviews and you will have confidence in your purchase!

Notes on the Warranty: Should anything require repair the Acme Type Machine Company (an established company in the Netherlands with Chamber of Commerce registration number 74166247) will repair it free of charge when shipped to our workshop. Due to the costs of shipping and the possibilities therein for damage during the shipping process we will work with you to make any required adjustments or repairs at home prior to taking the step to ship it to our workshop in Holland. Should it be preferable due to costs involved, we will also discuss the possibility of bringing it to a local professional typewriter repair service to make the necessary repairs. 
The warranty does not cover damage due to mishandling or dropping the typewriter, breakage of platen roller knobs or for ordinary typewriter maintenance such as ribbon changing, platen roller renovation, character adjustment due to extensive use etc.

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