Olympia Elite Typewriter - New platen.

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Presenting a beautifully preserved Olympia Elite from 1948 (serial 646XXX), offering the original silhouette from Olympia’s foundational models like the Simplex and Progress. Restored meticulously   , it delivers smooth, responsive typing and dependable performance every time.  

Mechanical & Functional Highlights

  • Fully restored to working order—provides a fluid typing experience, true to vintage performance.  

  • New purple ribbon fitted, especially vibrant and well-suited to typewriters that thrive on monochrome ribbons.  

  • New platen installed, ensuring premium paper grip and clean, crisp impressions.  

  • Chiming bell with smooth mechanical action—adds classic charm and reliability.  

  • Note: The tabulation mechanism is non-operational—this doesn’t affect standard typing functions.  

Cosmetic Condition & Accessories

  • Restored with care—excellent frame condition, original paint preserved beautifully with only minor surface marks. 

  • Clean, round keys exhibit clarity and tactile comfort.  

  • Original carrying lid and base included; functional locking mechanism despite slight denting—the structure and usability remain reliable.  

Keyboard, Typeface & Layout

  • QWERTY layout, friendly and intuitive for modern typists.  

  • Loaded with the classic PICA typeface at 10 points per inch, offering legibility and timeless styling ideal for all writing projects.  

Shipping & Expert Support

Enjoy trusted global delivery and support, with offerings like:

  • Free UK shipping

  • Standard & Express options to the USA, Australia

  • Fast, efficient EU service

  • Competitive rates—even to remote or hard-to-reach locations

  • Exhaustive before, during, and after sale support from restoration experts Walid & Joujou, known from The Repair Shop  

Quick Highlights Table

Feature Details
Condition Fully restored and typing-ready
Ribbon New GR1 or Group 1 purple 10 meters ribbon installed
Platen New platen for clean prints
Mechanical Action Smooth, with chiming bell—but tab function is non-operational
Cosmetics Excellent frame with minor marks; original paint intact
Keys Clean, round, easy to type on
Case/Lid Original included; slightly dented but fully functional
Keyboard Layout QWERTY
Typeface PICA, 10 pts/inch—classic and crisp
Shipping & Support Worldwide shipping; expert, personalized support from Walid & Joujou

Why This Olympia Elite Stands Out

This Olympia Elite is more than a machine—it’s a refined artifact of typing heritage. Its restored mechanics, bold purple ribbon, and preserved body make it both functional and compelling. With original accessories intact and the reassurance of skilled support behind it, this typewriter is a perfect match for writers, collectors, or anyone enchanted by the marriage of craftsmanship and nostalgia.