Working 1960 Olympia Splendid 99 Typewriter -Schreibmaschine – New Ribbon, Case – For Typing In German – Made In Western Germany

London Typewriters are delighted to offer for sale another German made typewriter. This particular Olympia Splendid 99 is in very good condition. It is very satisfying to type on, as the keys are light, not requiring much effort from the typist – therefore, the typing process is almost effortless. All of the mechanisms work as intended and there is a sweet sound of the bell at the end of each line. A new black ribbon has been installed and the typewriter is ready for action. The case has a sturdy handle. The schreibmaschine is designed to type in German, but can successfully be used for typing in English. The German layout is QWERTZ as opposed to English QWERTY keyboard so, the letter Z and Y are swapped in their locations. Overall condition is good and the Olympia Splendid 99 also operates well. Very minor signs of age and use are present. If you are looking for a typewriter for long projects, this Olympia Splendid 99 would be a reliable companion. It would suit typists of any generations and typing skills.