Blue Bird Model 18B 1961

This is a wonderful example of a mid-20th century Blue Bird Model 18b typewriter. This is the famous "Model 18B" marketed as the Remington Senior-Riter and Torpedo, as well as Blue Bird. It is absolutely beautiful and works perfectly! It comes with original dust cover and user manual.The colour of the finish is all original; this typewriter has not been repainted.
It is a solid work-horse and is in top original condition mechanically and cosmetically. The Model 18B, of course, has the tabulator feature. This typewriter has been fully serviced, adjusted and cleaned and is ready for action. And it is a "thing of beauty". There are some very small signs of wear and use and these you can see in the photos. 
These Model 18's are great typers with a short, swift "touch" and a tight keyboard. It is a good typewriter for regular writing, daily work or the occasional personal or business correspondence.
This is a typewriter to use and treasure, something to pass along to the next generation. Really a fine machine in nearly perfect condition. The finish colour is uniform and unscratched except for some light scratching to the right of the spacebar. There is some light wear just over the right side platen roller knob. These are the only two areas that show signs of wear and age-related use. The chrome is all in excellent condition. The platen is clean and smooth. The rubber on the platen is still in very good typing condition with a durometer reading of 94-95. (Because this machine is over 60 years old, you may wish to replace the rubber on the platen. We can do this for you for an additional charge of 115$.)  But on this typewriter I don't think it is necessary. Check the typing sample to make your own opinion.
The paper feeder rollers are in excellent condition and grip the paper well. The rubber feet are a little harder than ideal but they, too, still grip well on a desktop. 
Based on the serial number (1263439) this machine is from 1961.
Typeface is Elite (12 cpi). The keyboard is English standard QWERTY and has the coveted "@" symbol. This typewriter comes with a new two-colour ribbon so that you can start typing immediately and with pleasure.
For some interesting perspectives on the Blue Bird Torpedo and the Torpedo Model 18, please see:
https://oztypewriter.blogspot.com/2013/01/blue-bird-portable-typewriter-torpedo.html
https://oztypewriter.blogspot.com/2012/02/torpedo-typewriters.html
http://typewriterheaven.blogspot.com/2012/05/torpedo-blue-bird.html
https://typewriterreview.com/2015/02/19/torpedo-18/
This fine example of a Blue Bird Model 18b 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 and will be shipped without additional charge.
If you have any questions or wish to see more photos, please don't hesitate to contact us.