{"product_id":"olivetti-lettera-22-typewriter-new-platen-17","title":"Olivetti Lettera 22 Typewriter - New platen","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eFully Restored Olivetti Lettera 22 Typewriter | Made in Glasgow | Brand-New Platen \u0026amp; 12 CPI Elite Typeface\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📖 Product Overview: Mid-Century Italian Design Made in Glasgow\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExperience the enduring elegance of the \u003cb\u003eOlivetti Lettera 22\u003c\/b\u003e, a mid-century icon of compact Italian design engineered and manufactured in \u003cb\u003eGlasgow, Scotland\u003c\/b\u003e. Awarded top design honors worldwide and loved by legendary authors, this lightweight portable merges sleek vintage aesthetic with heavy-duty typing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePrecisely restored and overhauled by our workshop team, this machine hums with precision and durability. Upgraded with a \u003cb\u003ebrand-new fitted rubber platen\u003c\/b\u003e, it delivers exceptional paper traction, reduced key-strike impact noise, and flawless, crisp text impressions—making it an ideal companion for long writing sessions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📊 Technical Specifications \u0026amp; Restoration Highlights\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Olivetti Lettera 22 (Glasgow, Scotland Production)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand-New Platen Fitted:\u003c\/b\u003e Upgraded in our workshop with fresh rubber for superior grip, clear font impressions, and smooth paper feeding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Workshop Restored:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully serviced, chemically degreased, segment-flushed, and calibrated for a smooth, fast, and reliable typing action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFresh Black\/red Ribbon Installed:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-installed with a brand-new 10-meter Group 4 (GR4) Black\/red fabric ribbon, delivering vibrant, distinct text straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Manual:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes its rare \u003cb\u003eoriginal Olivetti operator's manual\u003c\/b\u003e (showing authentic age wear, but fully complete and readable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Cosmetic Condition \u0026amp; Optional Carrying Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Frame:\u003c\/b\u003e Authentic vintage condition. The lightweight aluminum body retains its iconic finish with tasteful, minor age-appropriate wear that speaks to its history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePolished Keycaps:\u003c\/b\u003e Every individual keycap has been individually hand-cleaned, sanitized, and polished to a bright, comfortable finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCarrying Case:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e  \u003c\/b\u003eOriginal carrying case included, considerably excellent with minimal marks. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e✍️ Typeface \u0026amp; Font Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypeface Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Classic, crisp \u003cb\u003eElite Typeface\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCharacter Pitch:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e12 Characters Per Inch (12 CPI)\u003c\/b\u003e—offering timeless clarity and elegant spacing for manuscripts, correspondence, and daily journaling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📋 Quick Specifications Overview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecification Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOlivetti Lettera 22 (Made in Glasgow, Scotland)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003ePlaten Roller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand-New Custom Rubber Platen Fitted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eTypeface \u0026amp; Pitch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eElite Typeface (12 Characters Per Inch \/ 12 CPI)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eMechanical Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessionally restored; smooth, reliable, and fluid key action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRibbon Installed\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFresh Group 4 (GR4) purple fabric ribbon installed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eVisual Aesthetics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal frame with minor age-appropriate marks; polished keys\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Olivetti manual included\u003c\/b\u003e (worn but fully readable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e Add-On\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOriginal brown case   \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eGlobal Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eFREE US \u0026amp; UK Shipping Included\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eRestoration Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWalid Saad \u0026amp; Joujou (\u003ci\u003eBBC's The Repair Shop\u003c\/i\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🛡️ Peace of Mind \u0026amp; Workshop Mechanical Guarantee\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery typewriter leaving our workshop represents the highest standard of vintage mechanical conservation. To ensure complete confidence in your investment, your typewriter is backed by our \u003cb\u003eComprehensive 6-Month Mechanical Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e, covering all internal mechanisms, segment linkages, and moving parts. Each machine is logged in our digital workshop registry under its unique serial number for full traceability and long-term support. Please read our dedicated workshop guarantee page on our website for complete details and peace of mind.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🌍 Global Shipping, Timelines \u0026amp; Tariff Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\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. All US import tariffs and customs duties are fully prepaid by our workshop. There are zero hidden checkout fees, surprise border holds, or cash-on-delivery demands at your door.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e🌐 International Shipping (Europe, Australia, Canada \u0026amp; Rest of World):\u003c\/b\u003e Dispatched via fully tracked premium air courier directly to your doorstep in 3 to 7 working days, with prompt EU dispatch and highly competitive rates worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProprietary Global Packaging Protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e To protect this compact typewriter during international transit, we mechanically lock down the carriage mechanics, wrap the frame in multi-layered shock-absorbing cushioning, and suspend the entire unit within a heavy-duty, double-walled container.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🤝 The \"Ready-to-Write\" Package \u0026amp; Lifetime Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUnbox \u0026amp; Start Writing:\u003c\/b\u003e Your Lettera 22 arrives pre-installed with your fresh purple ribbon and step-by-step startup instructions. 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