"Vogue" Royal SPEED KING Typewriter - New platen
Discover the striking “Vogue” typeface on this uncommon Royal Speed King serial SK 3800XXX from 1958 —among the most coveted and beautiful fonts in the typewriter world.
Speed King typewriter is not rare, but not common, with large white keys and the matte finished frame.
Fully restored by our expert team, this machine is ready to perform with vintage elegance and modern reliability.
Mechanical & Functional Highlights
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Professionally restored to full working condition, with smooth, responsive keystrokes.
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New black/red ribbon installed on durable metal spools—ready for multi-colour typing.
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Excellent dinging bell and satisfying mechanical feedback.
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New platen fitted.. wroth £ 150 or USD $200.
- BACKSPACE key is not working due to a missing part. Wont affect using at all as you can simple push carriage to right or use carriage release lever.
Cosmetic Condition & Accessories
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In excellent to near-perfect condition, with very minimal signs of age on the frame
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Preserves the Large glossy white keys that makes typing easier to many.
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Original carrying case included, which secures the typewriter and remains attached to its base—best kept in place for protection.
Keyboard Layout & Typeface
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QWERTY keyboard, with American Keyboard.
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Features the rare and elegant VOGUE typeface, which makes this model a standout in typewriter collections for both its style and scarcity.
Shipping & Support
We ship this Royal QDL worldwide with the same care and dedication as every machine in our collection:
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Free Worldwide standard delivery
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Standard & Express shipping to the USA & Australia
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Fast EU dispatch, and competitive rates to remote locations
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Full support during all stages—before, during, and after your purchase—from Walid & Joujou, renowned typewriter restorers from The Repair Shop.
Quick Highlights Table
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Condition | Fully restored, typing-ready |
| Ribbon | New Gr9 or Group 9 black/red 10 meters ribbon installed |
| Platen option | New platen fitted |
| Cosmetics | Excellent to near-perfect, with minimal wear |
| Keys | Original glossy and large white keys |
| Keyboard Layout | American QWERTY with US “$” legend |
| Typeface | Rare Vogue — a sought-after, beautiful font |
| Case | Original carrying case included |
| Shipping & Support | Worldwide delivery; dedicated support by Walid & Joujou |
Why This Royal “Vogue” Speed King Shines
This is more than a vintage typewriter—it’s a design icon with deep character. The rare Vogue typeface, the SPEED KING design, and the meticulous restoration make it truly special.
Whether you're using it for writing, displaying it as a piece of industrial art, or building a collection, the Royal Speed King delivers both form and function with elegance.