The Olympia typewriter factory split at the end of the Second World War with new production starting in West Germany under the Olympia brand and the old factory which was in East Germany making under the Optima and Erika brand names. This one was made in 1966 for the Boots Store group in the UK and is a Erika Model 40 branded as a Boots typewriter. These machines have a good reputation as quality typewriters and for having a nice "touch". This one is good working order and is in a two tone grey colouring. It types well and is in a good condition with only a few minor marks and some slight discolouration and has the standard elite sized type face with 11 letters to the inch.
This typewriter has been professionally cleaned, serviced, adjusted and tested. It is in full working order and is fitted with a new top quality American made ribbon so its all ready for you to start typing on.
We can supply Universal typewriter ribbons from £8.95 each including postage. You would then be best to rewind the new ribbon onto the spools in the machine. Available in plain black, red/black and a range of colours.
The typewriter measures 32 cm across by 32 cm deep by 11 cm high and comes with a grey coloured case. The latch to close and handle work well. The case has some marks and signs of wear on both the inside and outside, but generally it is in a very good functional condition.
This is a good quality 1960's typewriter in full working order.
Delivery is anywhere within the UK is included in our price .
