I just picked up a Silent from a thrift store for $30, and it’s extremely dirty. I have yet to start cleaning, and I am unsure if I should try getting out the dirt manually with rubbing alcohol or with the dunking method....
Other than the dirt, though, is the problem that three or four of the keys are not coming down to rest on the segment like the rest of the keys. They are raised about half a centimetre higher than the others, and when struck they get stuck in the middle of ascension. Is this caused by dirt build up in between the hinges of the keys, or is this a mechanical problem?
 

Thanks for the response Uwe! The serial number is ZP-149532. Of the two photos you have, the one I have looks extremely similar to the professional, just without the stencil/red ink options.

I recently purchased this Commodore portable typewriter, came with the leather case for $60. I’ve been looking for the specific model but I’ve been having no luck so far, so if someone knows what this model could be, please let me know!


 

Hello, my name is SliverOfSand!

I am extremely new to typewriters, as I have only just got my first one about a month ago, a Smith-Corona Electra 220 (‘73). I fell in love with it right away, and have worked at getting it fixed up. The one original belt was rotting, so I got it fixed with a simple 4 inch O-ring and it now works even better than before. 

Three days ago I purchased two more. A Brother Deluxe 1510 (‘70?) for my sister, and a Commodore for myself. I haven’t been able to find the exact model for this one, but it is a portable manual that seems like it’s from the late 50’s, early 60’s. It doesn’t have an option for red ink or stencil, as I’ve seen some very similar models that have those options. If anyone has an idea of what model it could be, I’d be very grateful!

I’m very excited to join in the discussion of typewriters, and to share my obsession with others!