I picked this L.C. Smith up at a garage sale for 40 bucks. I don't really collect typewriters but this is my second behind my portable Smith Corona. The question I have is was of the opinion this was a military type writer because of the dark green. I had someone tell me that the dark green was military and or Government, Black was for the general public and there was a blue color that I don't remember what they said that was for. Another person said that all three colors were an option when buying. So if anyone knows what the real story is I would love to hear it. The one seems to work just fine. I don't plan on using it so I am not looking for a restore but it works and will be a great display for my desk. Thanks for any help.