"PICA" Olivetti Lettera 32 Typewriter (Italy) - New platen

A distillation of timeless Italian design and precision engineering: the Olivetti Lettera 32, presented here with the PICA 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 condition
  Fully restored to optimal working order for smooth, long typing sessions—rigorously tested for lasting performance.  

• One thing to note: the right hand side carriage release occasionally feels sticky while you will just need time to learn how to press it. 

• 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 with minimal marks on the main frame. But we have to point out that that the frame is glossy and in certain angles, it will show some marks on it due to being stored under a dust cover for along time before we restored it. We tried to add more photos to evaluate. 

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

• Keyboard & Typeface
  Equipped with a QWERTY layout and clear PICA typeface (10pts 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 & US 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

Why This Olivetti Lettera 32 Stands Out

This machine is more than just a writing tool—it’s a piece of typographic heritage.  With a  an original frame full of character and genuine accessories, it offers both beauty and performance. Whether writing, collecting, or styling your workspace, this Lettera 32 brings Italian elegance to your fingertips.

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

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