Olympia SM9 Typewriter 1964

If you are looking for a "as-new" typewriter that is a joy to type on, you need look no further. We are pleased to offer this beautiful OLYMPIA SM9 typewriter, manufactured in 1964. It is in pristine condition and has been serviced, aligned and adjusted. It has a new ribbon and comes with a hard case, also in excellent condition. With the "segment shift", also called a "basket shift", the segment (the "basket" in which the typebars are found) is lowered to make capital letters, therefore, the shifting is easier and lighter as compared to ordinary typewriters with a carriage shift (which raises the heavy carriage to make capital letters). This is a very speedy and precise typer very suitable to serious writers who want a typewriter that is easy on the fingers.
For many writers (and collectors), the Olympia SM model series is considered to be the "gold standard" for mid-century desktop typewriters. It is one of the most well-engineered, solid, durable and usable typewriter models ever manufactured. This one is one of the best maintained mechanically that I have seen in many years.
Every aspect of this typewriter is like new, from the exterior finish, to the interior mechanics, to the rubber parts (which often harden or decay with time). The platen is smooth, clean and with an IDEAL hardness rating of 87 (durometer, Scale A). The chrome is all in gorgeous condition. Look at the photographs and judge the overall condition for yourself.
The keyboard is English standard QWERTY and the typeface is a beautiful Elite with 11 characters to the inch. This typewriter has the tabulator system for typing in columns etc.
Like all of our typewriters this is a fully-working typewriter. It comes with the "Acme" lead certification seal attached to the typewriter which permanently identifies it as a genuine Acme-restored typewriter and provides for a one year warranty. 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 by the Acme Type Machine Company. This can add value in the event that you wish to sell this typewriter in the future.
Typewriters are not inexpensive, but they can (and should) be considered an investment. To invest properly requires buying a quality brand in the best possible condition. This typewriter fills the bill on both fronts. Because of the condition of this typewriter, with proper care, it should never decrease in value should you wish to sell it some day. The retention in value is especially true because it is marked with the Acme seal, indicating that it was properly and fully serviced by us in 2022.
This typewriter comes with the original case and original Olympia cleaning brush. The case is in superb condition inside and outside with no corrosion of the chrome.
This superb example of an OLYMPIA SM9 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 for shipment.
See my buyer reviews on Etsy and you will have confidence in your purchase. And don't hesitate to ask for more photos or message me with any questions.