1926 Underwood Model 5

1926 Underwood Model 5.

This is one of the quintessential writing machines from history. This is a large desktop model, which were all the rave before 'portable' models.

This one hails from 1926.

It has a beautiful typing action, class metal-rimmed keys. Henry Miller used a similar machine, and it is still housed in the Henry Miller Museum in Big Sur California.

A lot of shops have these in the window, because they are so beautiful and 'antique' looking.

This machine has an excellent typing action.

What this machine lacks for in 'portability', it makes up for in resilience and a robust design. These were designed to last forever. Instead of a draw band, which often breaks, the massive carriage is powered by a draw /strap which rarely breaks. The thing rarely goes out of alignemt. It moves on a massive rail.

I've installed new feet, and fixed a few of the quirks, as well as cleaned, oiled, serviced.

There is some speckling to some of the chrome. The innards are mostly coated black, and show no corrosion or rust.

The decals and the outer paint are in excellent condition. Most have one or more of those worn off. Even the 'Model 5' at the corners remains.

This includes no case, and weights over 40 lbs! (portables weigh about 20lbs in the case).

It also has the open side, where you can see the gears, and there is a handle on one of them to reverse the ribbon direction. These are very steampunk looking.

Would be great as a 'guest book' at a shop or something. Something with heavy traffic.

The red ribbon feature does not activate fully, as you can see. You can also use an all black ribbon and you wouldn't notice that.

It includes single, double, triple line spacing, tab features, end of line bell ringing clearly.

All functions work as designed.

Order today, I'll give it a final clean and send it out.

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