On the workbench today is a rather dirty Olivetti Lettera 37 manual portable typewriter from the 1970’s .
The typewriter arrived to us in poor condition from the UK, it was neglected, dirty and some issues like the broken main spring and draw band, sticking keys plus screws, and springs rattling about inside the typewriter.
It took some time to give the Olivetti Lettera 37 a really good clean, it had years of grime and dust inside and covered every single component. The main spring was taken apart and repaired, the draw band was replaced, the next task was to find out where the screws and springs came from that were found inside the typewriter, after a thorough inspection, the missing screws and springs were put in their rightful places.
This typewriter was made in Yugoslavia sometime in the 1970’s
It is a beautiful, well constructed and reliable machine.
The overall condition is excellent. All of the keys work and the typewriter types well. Very minor signs of use are present.
The black Olivetti retro typewriter would be ideal for writers and authors. Due to the style and the aesthetics of the Lettera 37 typewriter, it can be used for display purposes like home decor and events such as exhibitions and weddings.
The vintage Olivetti Lettera 37 typewriter will soon be available to buy on our Etsy store
