{"product_id":"underwood-3-bank-typewriter-new-platen-7","title":"Underwood 3 Bank Typewriter - New platen","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cb\u003eFully Restored 1926 Underwood 3-Bank Portable Typewriter | Serial No. 153906 | Brand-New Platen \u0026amp; Rollers Fitted\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📖 Product Overview: The Golden Age of Ultra-Portable Engineering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePresenting a pristine, museum-grade classic from the Roaring Twenties: the \u003cb\u003e1926 Underwood 3-Bank Portable Typewriter\u003c\/b\u003e. Renowned among typewriter historians and collectors as one of the smallest, lightest, and most elegant mechanical typewriters ever engineered, the Underwood 3-Bank was designed to give traveling journalists, authors, and scholars complete literary mobility without sacrificing mechanical strength.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOperating on a clever double-shift mechanism (allowing three characters per typebar on a compact three-row keyboard), this machine offers a remarkably compact footprint while producing clean, crisp text on full-sized paper.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRestored to smooth working order at our UK workshop by \u003ci\u003eBBC's The Repair Shop\u003c\/i\u003e featured experts Walid Saad \u0026amp; Joujou, this century-old artifact is ready for regular creative writing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e📊 Technical Specifications \u0026amp; Restoration Upgrades\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Underwood 3-Bank Portable\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eManufacturing Year:\u003c\/b\u003e 1926 (Serial No. \u003cb\u003e153906\u003c\/b\u003e)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Hartford, Connecticut, USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBrand-New Platen Roller Fitted (£150 Value):\u003c\/b\u003e The original 1920s hard rubber roller has been completely replaced with a freshly vulcanized, brand-new rubber platen layer for smooth paper grip, quiet typing acoustics, and sharp ink impressions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNew Feed Rollers Fitted:\u003c\/b\u003e Upgraded with brand-new internal rubber feed rollers to ensure perfect paper tracking and alignment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUpgraded Rubber Feet:\u003c\/b\u003e Fitted with new custom rear rubber feet on the typewriter chassis, along with brand-new replacement feet fitted to the carrying case base for secure tabletop stability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e100% Workshop Restored:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully dismantled, chemically flushed, degreased, segment-aligned, and mechanically tuned with a crisp, clear bell ring on margin return.\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 \u003cb\u003eBlack \u0026amp; Red dual-color ribbon\u003c\/b\u003e wound onto original metal spools with correct vintage metal pins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e🎨 Cosmetic Condition \u0026amp; Original Case\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eCosmetic Presentation:\u003c\/b\u003e In remarkably excellent condition for a century-old machine. Retains deep, crisp gold factory decals that remain far superior to most surviving examples from this era \u003cstrong\u003e\u003ci\u003e(Workshop note: The primary aesthetic mark is located on the front frame directly under the word \"Portable\")\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeycaps:\u003c\/b\u003e Genuine 1920s \u003cb\u003eglass-topped keys\u003c\/b\u003e set in polished metal rims, preserved in beautiful condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal Carrying Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes its original base and locking lid cover in very good structural condition. The latch clips securely, and the case retains its original, authentically aged leather carrying handle.\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, bold \u003cb\u003ePICA Typeface (10 CPI)\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFont Pitch:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb\u003e10 Characters Per Inch (10 CPI \/ PICA Scale)\u003c\/b\u003e—delivering crisp, clear, and perfectly spaced print impressions.\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\u003e1926 Underwood 3-Bank Portable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eSerial Number\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003e153906\u003c\/b\u003e (1926 Production)\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 (£150 Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eInternal Mechanics\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNew rubber feed rollers \u0026amp; chassis feet fitted\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eKeycaps\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cb\u003eOriginal 1920s Glass-Topped Keys\u003c\/b\u003e\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 Black \u0026amp; Red ribbon on original metal spools\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 base \u0026amp; locking lid cover with vintage leather handle\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\u003cb\u003eWhy Invest in This Underwood 3-Bank?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinding an early 1920s Underwood 3-Bank with intact glass keycaps, pristine gold decals, a brand-new rubber platen, and new feed rollers is extraordinarily rare. Combining ultra-portable historic design with fresh rubber components, it stands as a premier investment piece for literary creators and serious collectors alike.\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. There are absolutely 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 We dispatch all website orders in less than 24 hours. We offer flexible, fully tracked premium shipping options calculated at checkout:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStandard International Delivery:\u003c\/b\u003e Safely delivered via premium air courier directly to your doorstep in 3 to 7 working days (with prompt EU dispatch and highly competitive rates to Australia and remote destinations).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExpress International Delivery Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Arrives at your door in just 1 to 3 working days for a small additional fee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eProprietary Global Packaging Protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e To ensure a fragile 1920s portable machine survives international air transit flawlessly, we lock the carriage rails down, wrap the entire chassis in multi-layered shock-absorbing cushioning, and suspend the unit inside an extra-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 Underwood 3-Bank arrives pre-installed with your fresh ribbon and our primary step-by-step startup instructions. 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