1963 Smith-Corona Sterling Typewriter in Seafoam Green

1963 Smith-Corona Sterling in Seafoam Green A 1960s American classic in one of the most beautiful colors Smith-Corona ever made. Some typewriters are interesting because they're beautiful and in cool colors. Others are interesting because they're really, really good typewriters. The 1963 Smith-Corona Sterling is both. This Sterling comes from Smith-Corona's celebrated Super 5 platform, the family of machines that established the company's reputation for rugged construction, smooth mechanics, and an exceptionally satisfying typing experience. The 5AX Sterling was produced from 1963–1966, bridging the classic 1950s Super 5 machines and the later Sterling models. And then there's that color: Seafoam Green. It is quintessential mid-century America; soft, optimistic, and unmistakably 1960s. Smith-Corona offered Seafoam Green among the distinctive colors that made the Super 5 machines so popular with students, creatives But don't let the pretty color fool you. This is a workhorse. The Sterling was built around a remarkably robust mechanical design, with a substantial metal frame and the characteristic crisp, responsive feel that makes these Smith-Coronas so enjoyable to type on. The 5-Series machines were known for being exceptionally well-built and durable, and their mechanisms remain highly regarded by collectors and writers today. And yes, Tom Hanks gets it. Tom Hanks is one of the world's most famous typewriter enthusiasts. He has owned a remarkable collection of vintage machines and has spoken particularly highly of Smith-Corona portables. When asked what typewriter he'd recommend to someone looking for a machine that could last forever, he pointed to the Smith-Corona Clipper, calling it an exceptionally satisfying typing experience. The Sterling belongs to that same beloved Smith-Corona family. Made in 1963. Built to last. Beautiful enough to leave on your desk. And ready to make something.