Haha! Good idea... that's a crucial bit of info, isn't it? In my defense, it was almost midnight when I posted this (if I remember correctly). Mine is a '48.

I'm kind of late to the party here, but I'll throw my hat into the ring.

I've been very surprised at the sheer number of negative reviews on SGW considering the luck I've had with them. I've purchased everything from motorcycle accessories, to guitars, to -more recently- typewriters. Another user suggested that prices are often inflated, and I would have to agree-- certain typewriters will sell for double or triple what I've seen them go for locally. This might be because of the benevolence of some folks... perhaps they feel like they're offering up charity yet getting something in return. Then again, maybe people just get caught up in the heat of the moment (ie. bidding war).

Of the couple of typewriters I've ordered, both were reasonably priced: a '69 Olivetti Studio 45 with original case and documentation ($75), and a 1939 Remington Model 5 ($35). Both are also in good cosmetic condition considering their age, and -perhaps most importantly- function well.

I wouldn't hesitate to look to SGW for your next typewriter purchase;  I'd simply caution you to be sensible and realistic with your expectations... understand that any machine you purchase could require substantial repair, adjustment, and a great deal of elbow grease in order to function properly. If this doesn't deter you, bid away!

You can disregard this! I futzed with the Quiet De Luxe this evening and fashioned a 13" drawband from some heavy leader line. Works like a charm!

I've got an early 50's Royal Quiet De Luxe (picked up for the princely sum of $15 from a thrift store in the po-dunk town of Smelterville, ID); while it's in excellent cosmetic condition, it has a broken drawband. Is there a typical/recommended length when it comes to drawbands, or does it vary significantly from machine to machine? Thanks in advance!

Hey, ladies and gents. I've got a 1946 Underwood Noiseless 77 that works wonderfully with the exception of the linespace/carriage return lever, which doesn't recoil when pressed. From diagrams I've seen, it appears as though there ought to be a miniature torsion spring in there. Not having the dimensions or specs of this spring (wire diameter, arm length, etc.) makes it very difficult to procure another. I know it's a long shot, but I was hoping maybe this was a weak spot of the machine and that perhaps someone else has already done the hard job of tracking down a replacement. Thanks!