{"product_id":"italic-89-olympia-splendid-sf-typewriter-new-platen","title":"\" Italic #89\" Olympia Splendid SF Typewriter - New platen","description":"\u003ch1\u003e \u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003eFully Restored Olympia Splendid SF Ultra-Portable Typewriter | Rare Italic #89 Typeface \u0026amp; Brand-New Platen\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e📖 Product Overview: A Masterpiece of West German Engineering\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eMeet the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"71\"\u003eOlympia Splendid SF\u003c\/b\u003e—a robust, ultra-low profile West German classic freshly restored in an elegant Off-White lid with contrasting Grey side panels. Crafted with legendary West German precision, the Splendid SF isn’t just built to look impressive; it is engineered to deliver world-class typing performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eWhat makes this specific machine extraordinary is its rare \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003eOlympia Italic #89 Typeface\u003c\/b\u003e. Typing on an Italic Olympia produces a sleek, forward-leaning script aesthetic with the crisp consistency of a precision machine—making it one of the most desirable ultra-portable models ever produced for poets, authors, and serious collectors alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eMeticulously overhauled for at least 8 hours at our specialized UK workshop, this stunning typewriter merges lightweight mobility with a heavy-duty typing feel. Enhanced with a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"177\"\u003ebrand-new recovered rubber platen\u003c\/b\u003e, this museum-grade writing instrument is 100% functional, delivers exceptionally clear prints, and is built to go the distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e📊 Technical Specifications \u0026amp; Restoration Upgrades\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003eBrand \u0026amp; Model:\u003c\/b\u003e Olympia Splendid SF (Ultra-Portable).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"108\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Made in Western Germany (famed for unrivalled mechanical durability).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"188\"\u003eKeyboard Layout:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard QWERTY Layout with period-correct Italic keys.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"263\"\u003eMechanical Condition:\u003c\/b\u003e 100% Fully Functional. Smooth, snappy typing action with exceptionally clear print impressions across every line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"401\"\u003eBrand-New Fitted Platen Rubber (£150 Value):\u003c\/b\u003e Upgraded with a freshly recovered rubber platen roller. This crucial upgrade ensures superb paper-feeding friction, cushions key impact for quiet keystrokes, and guarantees razor-sharp ink impressions for decades to come.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"670\"\u003eDeep-Flush Chemical Clean:\u003c\/b\u003e Internally and externally stripped of vintage residue, leaving the mechanical linkages completely clear and fluid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"814\"\u003eFresh Ink Ribbon Installed:\u003c\/b\u003e Pre-installed with a fresh 10-meter Group 1 (GR1) Black\/Red fabric typewriter ribbon on spools—ready to write straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e✍️ Typeface \u0026amp; Font Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eTypeface Style:\u003c\/b\u003e Rare \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003eOlympia Italic #89 Typeface\u003c\/b\u003e—delivering a sophisticated, slanted script aesthetic that adds elegance and flare to poetry, letters, manuscripts, and special correspondence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"5\" data-index-in-node=\"223\"\u003eFont Pitch:\u003c\/b\u003e Standard sizing (~11 Characters Per Inch \/ 11 CPI), providing striking legibility and beautiful visual flow across the page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🎨 Cosmetic Condition \u0026amp; Original Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"47\"\u003eCosmetic Presentation:\u003c\/b\u003e Excellent vintage condition. The main off-white body shell and classic grey side panels are thoroughly cleaned, polished, and bright, showing only minor, authentic age marks consistent with gentle vintage care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"283\"\u003eSound-Dampening Upgrade:\u003c\/b\u003e Newly fitted interior padding on the side panels to reduce resonance and quiet the sound of typing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"410\"\u003eOriginal Carrying Lid:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes its authentic original protective lid in good condition for full, secure frame protection. Will have felt on inside to strengthen the core. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e📋 Quick Specifications Overview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"8\"\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 data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eModel\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,1,1,0\"\u003eOlympia Splendid SF (Ultra-Portable)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOrigin\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,2,1,0\"\u003eMade in Western Germany\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMechanical Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,3,1,0\"\u003e100% Fully Restored \u0026amp; Serviced; Super Smooth Action\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePlaten Roller\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,4,1,0\"\u003eBrand-New Recovered Rubber Platen Fitted (£150 Value)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypeface \u0026amp; Pitch\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,5,1,0\"\u003eRare Olympia Italic #89 Typeface (~11 CPI \/ Elite Scale)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRibbon Setup\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,6,1,0\"\u003eFresh Two-Colour (Black\/Red) GR1 Ribbon Installed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCosmetic Condition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,7,1,0\"\u003eExcellent Vintage Condition (Off-White \/ Grey Sides)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,8,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,8,1,0\"\u003eOriginal Protective Carrying Lid Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,9,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eKeyboard Layout\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,9,1,0\"\u003eStandard QWERTY Layout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGlobal Shipping\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,10,1,0\"\u003eFREE US \u0026amp; UK Shipping Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"8,11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eRestoration Experts\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"8,11,1,0\"\u003eWalid Saad \u0026amp; Joujou (BBC's The Repair Shop)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🛡️ Peace of Mind \u0026amp; Workshop Mechanical Guarantee\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"50\"\u003e✅ 1-Year Mechanical Guarantee | ✅ 14-Day Returns | ✅ Lifetime Aftercare | ✅ Featured on BBC's The Repair Shop\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\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 Comprehensive 1-Year Mechanical Guarantee, 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\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🌍 Global Shipping, Timelines \u0026amp; Tariff Information\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\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 data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"446\"\u003e🌐 International Shipping (Europe, Australia, Canada \u0026amp; Rest of World):\u003c\/b\u003e We dispatch all website orders in less than 24 hours via fully tracked premium air courier directly to your door in 3 to 7 working days (with prompt EU dispatch and express delivery options available at checkout).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"733\"\u003eProprietary Global Packaging Protocol:\u003c\/b\u003e To guarantee your machine survives international air transit, we mechanically lock the carriage, wrap the frame in multi-layered shock-absorbing cushioning, and suspend the typewriter within a heavy-duty, double-walled outer shipping carton.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e🤝 The \"Ready-to-Write\" Package \u0026amp; Lifetime Support\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"53\"\u003eUnbox \u0026amp; Start Writing:\u003c\/b\u003e Your Olympia Splendid SF arrives pre-installed with its fresh ink ribbon, original lid, and our primary step-by-step startup instructions. Simply unbox, release the carriage lock, and begin typing immediately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"288\"\u003eVideo Learning Academy:\u003c\/b\u003e Your package includes a direct link to our dedicated YouTube video tutorial, teaching you exactly how to type on, care for, adjust the margins, and change ink ribbons on your specific Olympia typewriter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e• \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"12\" data-index-in-node=\"518\"\u003eLifetime Technical Partnership:\u003c\/b\u003e Every typewriter we sell comes with lifetime technical support. You receive direct email and video-call troubleshooting access to Walid and Joujou, the celebrated restoration experts from BBC's The Repair Shop and major Netflix productions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e🎬 We prepared a video on how to use this Typewriter on YouTube.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e📖 Have questions about vintage typewriters or machine maintenance? 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