Just passing time on a One Hundred And Eleven year old typewriter… leaves one feeling mellow and at peace.
1903 Underwood 4… pressing keys… random thoughts…
Just passing time on a One Hundred And Eleven year old typewriter… leaves one feeling mellow and at peace.
The longevity of these machines is a large part of the attraction for me – and I love the age “game” that you think through. 1845 – just 24 years after the age of Napoleon! Crazy!! Nice typer, tortuous keys notwithstanding. 😉
Brian:
Appreciate the comment and thoughts. Napoleon… that’s one I did not think about.
Hi! I recently purchased an Underwood and it was repainted dark grey at some point, but the keyboard design indicates it is a No.4, not a No.5 like I first assumed. Some of the paint is peeling off the back of the machine (revealing the original black) but I am afraid to strip it all. Can you possibly tell me or show me a picture of exactly where you found the serial number so I can just remove the paint from that spot to check on the model? Thank you!
Wait, I got it! 🙂 The serial number on mine is 82232-4
Glad you found the serial number… this places your typewriter approx. 1905… 109 years old.