{"product_id":"olympia-splendid-99-typewriter-new-platen-1","title":"Olympia Splendid 99 Typewriter - New platen","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eFully Restored Olympia Splendid 99 Ultra-Portable Typewriter | Rare Original Factory Paint \u0026amp; Brand-New Platen\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e📖 Product Overview: A Masterpiece of West German Engineering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,0\"\u003eMeet the \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"9\" data-path-to-node=\"5,0\"\u003eOlympia Splendid 99\u003c\/b\u003e—a robust, ultra-low profile classic freshly restored and glowing in its exceptionally rare original factory paint finish. Crafted with legendary West German precision, the Splendid 99 isn’t just built to look impressive; it is engineered to deliver world-class performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5,1\"\u003eThis is personally one of my absolute favorite ultra-portable typewriters ever manufactured. Meticulously overhauled for 4 to 6 hours at our specialized UK workshop, this stunning machine merges lightweight mobility with a heavy-duty typing feel. Enhanced with a \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"263\" data-path-to-node=\"5,1\"\u003ebrand-new recovered platen\u003c\/b\u003e, this museum-grade writing instrument is built to go the distance for novelists, journalists, and serious collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e📊 Technical Specifications \u0026amp; Restoration Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,0,0\"\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Olympia Splendid 99 (Ultra-Portable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Western Germany (famed for unrivaled mechanical durability).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0\"\u003eKeyboard Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard QWERTY Layout (intuitive and ready for modern Western usage).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0\"\u003eMechanical Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Fully Functional. Every internal component has been checked, calibrated, and tuned so that typing is fluid, snappy, and completely dependable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/2384\/6833\/files\/thumbnail_image2_438bbaad-cb75-42fe-ab82-b629b1c745a0.jpg?v=1758291474\" alt=\"\" width=\"228\" height=\"304\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0\"\u003eOur Rigorous Workshop Restoration Upgrades:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0,0\"\u003eDeep-Flush Chemical Clean:\u003c\/b\u003e Internally and externally stripped of 60 years of dried oil and dust, leaving the mechanism completely clear and responsive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,1,0\"\u003eBrand-New Fitted Platen Rubber:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a freshly recovered rubber platen roller (\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"83\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,1,0\"\u003ea £150 value\u003c\/b\u003e). We invested heavily in this machine because it deserved a brand-new rubber layer, ensuring excellent paper feed friction, quiet keystrokes, and perfect ink impressions for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,2,0\"\u003eVibrant Fresh Ribbon:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-installed with a brand-new, premium 10-meter GR1 (Group 1) black and red ink ribbon. Looks smudgy on red but gets better after using. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e🎨 Cosmetic Condition \u0026amp; Original Accessories\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003eCosmetic Presentation:\u003c\/b\u003e A spectacular visual example. The striking original factory paint finish is exceptionally rare in this color. The outer frame shows only minor, authentic marks on the corners, but it remains in excellent condition compared to almost any other example we have worked on. The off-white keys are thoroughly cleaned, polished, and bright.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003eOriginal Carrying Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Included in good, authentic condition. Excellent Zip. Minor age marks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003eBonus Ephemera:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes complete with its original manual preserving its immense historical and collectible value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e✍️ Typeface \u0026amp; Font Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003eTypeface Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic Elite Typeface—offering a sharp, clean, and highly sophisticated mid-century print style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003eFont Pitch:\u003c\/b\u003e Approximately 11 Characters Per Inch (11 CPI \/ Elite size), providing beautiful text density that is absolutely legible and perfect for prose, creative manuscript writing, or daily journaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e🌍 Global Shipping, Timelines \u0026amp; Tariff Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,0,0\"\u003e🇺🇸 United States \u0026amp; 🇬🇧 United Kingdom Shipping (100% Free \u0026amp; All-Inclusive):\u003c\/b\u003e Standard local \u0026amp; international shipping to the US and UK is completely free and included in the listed price. Furthermore, all US import tariffs and customs duties are fully prepaid by our workshop. There are absolutely zero hidden checkout fees, surprise border holds, or cash-on-delivery demands at your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003e🌐 International Shipping (Europe, Australia, Singapore \u0026amp; Rest of World):\u003c\/b\u003e We dispatch all website orders in \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"108\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,0\"\u003eless than 24 hours\u003c\/b\u003e. We offer flexible, fully tracked premium shipping options calculated at checkout:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,0,0\"\u003eStandard International Delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Safely delivered via premium air courier directly to your doorstep in \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"103\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,0,0\"\u003e3 to 7 working days\u003c\/b\u003e (with prompt EU dispatch and highly competitive rates to Australia, Asia, and remote global locales).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,1,0\"\u003eExpress International Delivery Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Arrives at your door in just \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"69\" data-path-to-node=\"17,1,1,1,0\"\u003e1 to 3 working days\u003c\/b\u003e for a small additional fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"17,2,0\"\u003eProprietary Global Packaging Protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e To ensure this rare Olympia survives air transit perfectly, we mechanically lock the carriage, wrap the entire frame in thick shock-absorbing cushioning, and suspend it securely inside a heavy-duty, double-walled outer shipping carton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e🤝 The \"Ready-to-Write\" Package \u0026amp; Lifetime Support\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,0,0\"\u003eUnbox \u0026amp; Start Writing:\u003c\/b\u003e Your Olympia Splendid 99 arrives pre-installed with a fresh ink ribbon and our primary step-by-step startup instructions designed by our workshop team. Simply unbox, release the carriage lock, and begin typing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,1,0\"\u003eVideo Learning Academy:\u003c\/b\u003e Your package includes a direct link to our dedicated YouTube video tutorial, teaching you exactly how to type on, care for, adjust the margins, and change ink ribbons on your specific Olympia model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003eLifetime Technical Partnership:\u003c\/b\u003e Your relationship with our workshop does not end at delivery. Every typewriter we sell comes with lifetime technical support. You receive direct email and video-call troubleshooting access to Walid and Joujou, the celebrated restoration experts from the BBC's \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"292\" data-path-to-node=\"20,2,0\"\u003eThe Repair Shop\u003c\/i\u003e and major Netflix productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003e🎬 \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"3\" data-path-to-node=\"22\"\u003eWe prepared a video on how to use this Typewriter on YouTube. 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