So I stopped at the local thrift store today. My only mission was to find a pair of candle holders for the wife. Before I could get past the front counter, I noticed a familiar looking suitcase in the glass case behind the counter. It turned out to be a pristine Olympia SM9. If it weren't for a few telltale signs of White-Out, I would have sworn it was never used. I looked underneath - no dust, no grime, no excess oil, all metal parts and screws were as shiny as the day they were made. Congress Elite typeface, made in 1972, the case also spotless. To top it off, today is orange-tag day (that color is 50% off), and it had an orange tag. Added to the 55+ discount, I walked out the door with it for $13.50 (US).
My question: It says "De Luxe" on the type basket. I don't recall seeing that on other SM9s. Is there such a thing as an SM9 De Luxe? If so, how does it differ from a regular SM9?
(P.S. - I completely forgot about the candle holders
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