{"product_id":"olivetti-lettera-dl-typewriter-new-platen","title":"Olivetti Lettera DL Typewriter  - New platen","description":"\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eFully Restored Olivetti Lettera DL Typewriter | The Godfather Screenwriting Icon | Brand-New Platen Fitted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📖 Product Overview: Mid-Century Elegance Meets Cinema History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresenting one of the most stylish and culturally iconic portable typewriters ever produced: the \u003cb\u003eOlivetti Lettera DL\u003c\/b\u003e . Designed by the legendary Marcello Nizzoli, the DL enclosed Olivetti’s world-renowned mechanical architecture inside a sophisticated, brushed-metal and black faux-leather chassis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeyond its striking aesthetic, the Lettera DL holds a celebrated place in cinematic history: it is famously the exact typewriter model that legendary director \u003cb\u003eFrancis Ford Coppola used to write the screenplay for \u003ci\u003eThe Godfather\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFully overhauled and restored in our workshop, this machine has been upgraded with a \u003cb\u003ebrand-new fitted rubber platen\u003c\/b\u003e. It delivers exceptional paper grip, reduced key-impact noise, and razor-sharp text clarity—making it an absolute dream for screenwriters, novelists, and serious collectors.\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 DL  \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, high-grade rubber for superior paper traction, softened key strikes, and crisp ink transfer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Workshop Restored:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully disassembled, deep-flushed, chemically degreased, segment-aligned, and calibrated for a fast, responsive, and fluid typing action.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFresh Ribbon Installed:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-installed with a brand-new dual-color  typewriter ribbon on proper spools, ready to write straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Cosmetic Condition \u0026amp; Original Carrying Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Frame:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition. The brushed aluminum trim and textured black casing are remarkably well-preserved with minimal, authentic age marks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean, Polished Keys:\u003c\/b\u003e Individual keycaps have been meticulously hand-cleaned, sanitized, and polished to a bright, comfortable finish. Minor marks on some. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Carrying Case Included:\u003c\/b\u003e Comes with its original designer black carrying case. \u003cb\u003eCondition note:\u003c\/b\u003e The zip tracks feature a minor, cosmetic tear near the edge, but the zipper remains fully functional and closes smoothly for safe storage and transport.\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\u003ePICA \/ Elite Typeface\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTyping Action:\u003c\/b\u003e Snappy, light key response ideal for fast, long-form creative writing sessions.\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 DL  \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eCultural Provenance\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel famously used by \u003cb\u003eFrancis Ford Coppola\u003c\/b\u003e to type \u003ci\u003eThe Godfather\u003c\/i\u003e\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 Vulcanized 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\u003eMechanical Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e100% Restored; segment deep-flushed; smooth working order\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\u003eBrand-new fresh dual-color fabric ink 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\u003eExcellent brushed-metal frame with polished keycaps\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\u003eOriginal carrying case included (minor zip tear, fully working zip)\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. Furthermore, all US import tariffs and customs duties are fully prepaid by our workshop. 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