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1960 Erika 12 Serial # 2061216 1960 Erika 12 typewriter, Serial # 2061216 Laurenz van Gaalen's 1960 Erika 12 typewriter. 2020-10-16 From the Virtual Typewriter Collection of Laurenz van Gaalen: 1960 Erika 12 Serial # 2061216 Well build, solid typewriter. Everything is made from metal, except for the plastic keytops and platen knobs. Those platen knobs seem to be the only weak spot. They were a bit loose and one had a tear.

The key action is firm and light. But, when typing fast, the keylevers concurrently hit the universal bar. This results in a sometimes noticeable kick back. The only way to prevent this, is to type at a slower pace.

1960 Erika 12 #2061216

Status: My Collection
Hunter: Laurenz van Gaalen (Laurenz)
Created: 04-18-2020 at 01:12PM
Last Edit: 10-16-2020 at 05:58AM


Description:

Well build, solid typewriter. Everything is made from metal, except for the plastic keytops and platen knobs. Those platen knobs seem to be the only weak spot. They were a bit loose and one had a tear.

The key action is firm and light. But, when typing fast, the keylevers concurrently hit the universal bar. This results in a sometimes noticeable kick back. The only way to prevent this, is to type at a slower pace.

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Hunter: Laurenz van Gaalen (Laurenz)

Laurenz van Gaalen's Typewriter Galleries [ My Collection ] [ My Sightings ]

Status: Typewriter Hunter
Points: 1635

I live in The Netherlands.
Most common typewriter brands over here are Triumph/Adler, Olympia, Erika, Olivetti, Remington and Brother.
I collect and restore typewriters to learn about their design and to write with them.
laurenz@planet.nl



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