"Small Elite" Royal P Typewriter

Discover the uncommon “Small Elite” typeface on this uncommon Royal P serial P272XXX from 1931  —among the tiniest and well designed with great condensation fonts in the typewriter world.

Royal P typewriter is not rare, but not common in this original brown coloured frame.

Fully restored by our expert team, this machine is ready to perform with vintage elegance and modern reliability.  

Mechanical & Functional Highlights

• Professionally restored to full working condition, with smooth, responsive keystrokes.  

• New black/red ribbon installed on durable metal spools—ready for multi-colour typing. 

• Excellent dinging bell and satisfying mechanical feedback.  

• New platen can be fitted if requested.. cost is £ 150 or USD $200. Needs 3-4 weeks. 

Cosmetic Condition & Accessories

• In good to very good condition, with age signs on the frame, Mainly on the back plate randomly on the machine. 

• Gull wing design, our favourite in Royal P as it was nicely designed. 

• Preserves the  glass topped keys with  legends keys that makes typing easier to many. Some has discoloration. 

• Includes Rubber key tops, not all there, but they lessen the pressure while typing. 

• Original carrying case included, which secures the typewriter and remains attached to its base—best kept in place for protection. 

Keyboard Layout & Typeface

• QWERTY keyboard, with American Keyboard. 

• Features the rare and elegant Small Elite typeface, which makes this model a standout in typewriter collections for both its style and scarcity.  

• Small Elite has same 12pts/inch in width while its smaller than normal common elite typefaces. 

Shipping & Support

We ship this Royal QDL worldwide with the same care and dedication as every machine in our collection:

•  Free standard delivery to the UK and US. 

• Standard & Express shipping to the USA & Australia

• Fast EU dispatch, and competitive rates to remote locations  

• Full support during all stages—before, during, and after your purchase—from Walid & Joujou, renowned typewriter restorers from The Repair Shop. 

Quick Highlights Table

Why This Royal P “Small Elite”   shines,

This is more than a vintage typewriter—it’s a design icon with deep character. The uncommon Small Elite typeface, the Gull wing design, and the meticulous restoration make it truly special.

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