"Cursive Script typeface" Olivetti-Underwood 315 Typewriter - New platen

R 19,272.00

A distillation of timeless Italian design and precision engineering: the Olivetti-Underwood 315, presented here with the rare Cursive Script typeface, elegantly restored and complete with a brand-new platen.

This compact workhorse is engineered for writers, collectors, and aesthetes, ready to deliver hours of smooth, expressive typing. 

Its in our top 3 best reliable typewriters ever made & top portable typewriter. 

Key Features & Condition

  • Mechanical Excellence
    Fully restored to optimal working order for smooth, long typing sessions—rigorously tested for lasting performance.  

  • New Platen Fitted
    Featuring a freshly recovered rubber platen (valued at £150), ensuring crisp paper feed and renewed tactile response.  

  • Ribbon
    Comes with a brand-new 10 meters black-and-red ribbon, delivering vibrant and clear text from the first keystroke.  

  • Visual Condition
    The original Italian green frame is in very good to excellent condition, showing only minimal surface wear that enhances its vintage charm and specially on the corners,   

  • Original Accessories
    Includes the original manual and carrying case—both authentic and functional, with natural age patina inside and out.  

  • Keyboard & Typeface
    Equipped with an American QWERTY layout and the rare, elegant Cursive Script typeface (11 pts per inch), offering uniquely crisp and modern prints.  

  • Support & Presentation Guide
    A video tutorial is available on YouTube to guide you through setup and care—perfect for first-time users.  

Support & Extras

  • YouTube tutorial available: step-by-step guide to setup, use, and maintenance.  

  • Worldwide shipping: Dispatch in less than 24 hours & Free UK delivery; Standard and express options for the USA & Australia; prompt EU service; competitive rates to remote and island destinations.  

  • Restoration and Customer Support: Restored by Walid & Joujou—the renowned experts from The Repair Shop—backed by comprehensive before, during, and after-sales support. 

Quick Highlights

Feature Details
Condition Fully restored — smooth and reliable typing performance
Platen New recovered rubber platen (£150 value)
Ribbon GR4 or Group 4 Ribbon Black & red ribbon fitted, (10 Meters)
Visuals Very good to excellent original green frame
Accessories Includes original manual and carrying case
Typeface Rare Cursive Script font (11 pts/inch) — elegant and expressive
Support YouTube tutorial available for easy setup & maintenance

Why This Olivetti Underwood 315 Stands Out

This machine is more than just a writing tool—it’s a piece of typographic heritage. The rare Cursive Script typeface adds a sophisticated flair, while the new platen and ribbon guarantee reliable daily use. With a well preserved, original frame and genuine accessories, it offers both beauty and performance. Whether writing, collecting, or styling your workspace, this  Underwood 315 brings elegance to your fingertips.

 

We prepared a video on how to use this Typewriter on YouTube. Link below. 

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