Vintage C1905 " Hammond No. 2 " Curved Keyboard Typewriter With Case




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Reference Number: Avaluer:727170
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This wonderful "Hammond No. 2" typewriter with a curved keyboard was invented in the early 1880's by James B Hammond, the "Hammond" typewriter used a type-shuttle and a spring loaded hammer arrangement in order for each letter typed to have a uniform appearance, this design was so successful that it was still being used in 1980's.All of the keys are present, however, one has a chip to the end, the letters, numbers etc are still clear and legible.The carriage does move as it should whe...n typing and returns when the lever is pressed. Both original ribbon holders are present without any chips or cracks.The serial number is 46393The curved cream celluloid plaque has "Hammond, Made In U.S.A", although the gold writing has faded over the years.The chrome and metal have retained much of their original finish, however, there is a little some surface rust in places.The machine has its' wooden base and bent wood cover, the gold lettering to the front is still clear with a fair colour. The inside of the lid has its' original paper instructions.The oak base has its' two applied manufacturers and retailers plaques. Vintage ~ c1905 ~ "Hammond No. 12" ~ Straight Keyboard Typewriter







Vintage ~ c1905 ~ "Hammond No. 12" ~ Straight Keyboard Typewriter Click images to enlarge Description Please note this is listed on the UK site and listed in GB poundsVintagec1905"Hammond No. 2"Typewriter. This wonderful "Hammond No. 2" typewriter with a curved keyboard was invented in the early 1880's by James B Hammond, the "Hammond" typewriter used a type-shuttle and a spring loaded hammer arrangement in order for each letter typed to have a uniform appearance, this design was so successful that it was still being used in 1980's.    All of the keys are present, however, one has a chip to the end,  the letters, numbers etc are still clear and legible.
The carriage does move as it should when typing and returns when the lever is pressed. 
Both original ribbon holders are present without any chips or cracks.The curved cream celluloid plaque has "Hammond, Made In U.S.A", although the gold writing has faded over the years.
The serial number is 46393The chrome and metal have retained much of their original finish, however, there is a little some surface rust in places. The machine has its' wooden base and bent wood cover, the gold lettering to the front is still clear with a fair colour. The inside of the lid has its' original paper instructions.
The oak base has its' two applied manufacturers and retailers plaques. This is machine would grace any collection.  We take great care to describe our items clearly and honestly as possible, including any faults or flaws that we may see. The photographs form part of the description. Please do take a little time to look at them. They may be enlarged for close-up detail. We are not experts on any of the items, so please be sure to ask any questions you may have before the end of the auction.Thank you for looking at this item.Please take some time to view our other items! - we can arrange to send goods together to reduce postage costs.All of our items open with no reserve and start with a reasonable  price.Good Luck& Happy Bidding Payment Paypal is our preferred payment method.

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