1910s Antique Hammond Multiplex Portable Manual Typewriter - NO RESERVE KL32

Description

1910s Antique Hammond Multiplex Portable Manual Typewriter - NO RESERVE KL32
We are Trader Chris Consignments and specialize in selling collectibles online. We're a registered Trading Assistant on eBay. If you have vintage dolls / toys, coins, sports memorabilia, porcelain / crystal figurines, high-end watches, or other collectibles that you want to sell, please contact us and we will be glad to help.
Description
This no reserve auction is for the following:
Maker / Model: Hammond Multiplex
portable manual typewriter
Serial Number: AL213872
Year Produced (Est.): 1915-1920
Comments: with original case and ribbon
Dimensions: 13
”
x 13
”
x 7.75"
Weight: 15 lb
14 oz
Excellent antique condition, clean, with smooth black finish and nice decals.
Beautifully made, with an unusual rotary striker instead of the usual hammers. Keys work, carriage operates
. The ribbon is present but very dry. The Mulitplex was not a sales success when introduced, but it is a handsome device.
We are not a specialist shop, so we try to provide a general description of each model. We are selling these machines as collector
’
s items only and do not warrant them as working office machines. Every antique or vintage typewriter should be properly cleaned and serviced by the new owner. Not all the machines we offer have cases or ribbons; these will be noted in the description.
We have a collection of around 40 vintage / antique typewriters for auction without reserve in our eBay store this week, so please visit, if interested. We gladly combine shipping on the purchase of multiple lots whenever we can to save you money!
If you have any questions, please ask before bidding.
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There are
usually multiple people that bid on each item, so please pay promptly so that we can return the favor by shipping quickly.
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Shipping Info
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accommodate
you.
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