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Is there a place here to get the specifictions of typewriters? I'm wondering about the differences between the various models of the Royal Quiet Deluxe.
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Do you mean like technical specs such as dimensions, weight, and features? Not that I"m aware of. But if you just want general information about the Royal Quiet De Luxe the web is choc-full of blogs and websites that cover that model. The typewriter database is a good reference for serial numbers, and the photo galleries can sometimes be useful for comparing various models. One word of caution, take most of what you read online with a grain of salt. The internet is a fantastic source of disinformation and there are a lot of erroneous statements being posted as fact out there.
On the other hand, if you have specific questions about that model, I'm sure several of the members here would be willing to help. I have an example of almost every Quiet De Luxe made and would also be happy to help.
(I've moved this thread to the Portables sub-forum since we're discussing a specific machine).
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Thanks Uwe. Yes, that was the sort of thing I was looking for. I was looking at a 1935-36 Royal on Mr. Typewriter's site and was wondering how that model compared to the Royal Quiet Deluxe for the features. I like the looks of the older models, but only have experience with my mom's QDL white and her electric (not sure what model - still waiting for them to find them - I might have to go look for them).
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I had a look, and if we're talking about the same machine, it's a Royal Model O (some call it the Royal Touch Control). The Model 0 is one of the most common Royal portables from the '30s, but when compared to the Quiet of that era (below) you'll notice that it lacks some of the more sophisticated looking trim pieces, it doesn't have a tabulator, nor a paper guide on the paper table, and of course - in theory - it isn't as quiet to type with.
I hope you're not looking at that website to buy a machine because you can do far better money-wise by buying the same typewriter elsewhere.
This is my '38 Quiet. Royal also made a De Luxe during the same time, which was in between the Model O and the Quiet in terms of features. I believe the first Quiet De Luxe was introduced the following year in '39 and that the first generation version of the model had an eight year production run.
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I am hoping to get my parents' machines. However, I had thought about getting one of the earlier models because I think those keys look cool. I know, that's not a very good reason. Is there a listing of where to get machines somewhere?
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It would depend on where you're located.
There's nothing wrong with wanting a machine because you like the keys; the good news is that there are MANY typewriters out there available to buy with keys that have the same nickel-plated trim and clear keytop protectors (they're often described as being glass when they rarely are). I'm sure a surprising number of typewriters are purchased soley because of their appearance as opposed to their performance.
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Sorry, I didn't notice my location wasn't filled in. Added it now. That guy's warehouse is in driving distance from me, but I doubt it would be that simple to just drive by on my way home from work and pick it up.
I am hoping for a combination of both, looks and performance.
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If I receall correctly - I could be thinking of someone else - his prices are astronomically high. There are lots of typewriter bargains to be had in your state. Check your local listings, especially Craigslist. Thrift stores might turn up something too, but they're very hit and miss (I gave up on them in my area). Antique shops can sometimes be a good source if you find a motivated owner who realizes that a common typewriter is not a priceless antique. There is always eBay too. Just search for listings in your immediate area and ask the seller if you can pick up the machine in person.
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Lovely '38 Uwe.
I have a question about these 1940's ish model Royal Quiet De Luxe's.... did they come with a rear paper guide? Or, can something be attached so the paper doesn't just flop over behind the machine?
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To answer your question, the Quiet De Luxe did come with a paper guide; however, based on your description it sounds like you're asking about a paper rest. The paper guide is the angled bracket that slides left and right on the paper table and helps to guide in a sheet of paper at a desired location on a platen. A paper rest on the other hand, which typically extends from the paper table, is what supports a page upright as it comes off the platen.
The body style of the Quiet De Luxe changed during the '40s, so I'm not sure which machine you're specicfically asking about. Regardless, I'm pretty sure that neither featured a paper rest, certainly not the one that appeared in the late '40s.
The paper rest has always been a pet peeve of mine and it infuriates me when a machine doesn't have one, partly because it means you need more desk space to use the machine, but also because you have to constantly lift up the typed page if you frequently need to refer back to something that you've typed..