Excellent! Serviced 1952 Olivetti Studio 44 Typewriter Elite Book No.84 Font
$825.00
Sale price
$825.00
Regular price
$1,100.00
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Excellent! Serviced 1952 Olivetti Studio 44 Typewriter Elite Book No.84 Font
$825.00
Sale price
$825.00
Regular price
$1,100.00
Brand
Olivetti
Type
Manual
Year
1952
Features
Portable, With Case
Country of Origin
Italy
Vintage
Yes
This fully functional and serviced Olivetti Studio 44 from 1952 combines the refined Italian design of Olivetti with the substantial construction and writing capability of a true office-grade portable. Designed by Marcello Nizzoli, the Studio 44 occupied the space between Olivetti’s lightweight Lettera series and its larger office machines, offering greater stability and a more substantial typing experience while remaining portable. This machine is in excellent condition, with an exceptionally clean appearance that complements its mechanical performance.
The Studio 44 is immediately recognizable by its sculpted metal body, low profile, and clean modernist lines. Its design reflects Olivetti’s philosophy that everyday office equipment should be both highly functional and visually sophisticated, giving the Studio 44 a distinctly European character that remains attractive more than half a century later.
This machine is equipped with Elite Book No. 84 Typeface (prints 12 characters per inch). Book is a particularly attractive Olivetti typeface, producing crisp, finely proportioned characters with a more distinctive and polished appearance than a conventional Elite font. The 12-character-per-inch spacing provides excellent page capacity while maintaining clear readability, making it well suited for correspondence, manuscripts, journaling, creative writing, and longer-form work.
The Studio 44 is an excellent performer, with a responsive keyboard, smooth carriage movement, precise alignment, and a controlled typing action. Its larger and more substantial construction gives it a planted feel on the desk compared with Olivetti’s ultraportables, making it especially appealing for writers who appreciate Olivetti design but prefer the stability and feedback of a heavier machine.
With its excellent condition, Elite Book No. 84 typeface, distinctive Nizzoli design, and refined Olivetti engineering, this 1952 Studio 44 is a top-performing writing machine from one of the most influential typewriter manufacturers of the twentieth century.
Serviced by Adam Brooks of Brooksaw Antiques, an experienced typewriter technician with over seven years in the field and a trusted name among collectors and enthusiasts for quality restoration, precision service, and dependable workmanship. Servicing vintage typewriters involves a series of steps to restore it to optimal working condition, ensuring smooth operation and longevity. Here’s a summary of what’s typically done:
Inspection: The process starts with a thorough check of all components—keys, typebars, carriage, platen, ribbon mechanism, and springs—to identify wear, damage, or stuck parts.
Cleaning: Decades of dust, ink, and grime are removed. A soft brush and compressed air clear out debris from the typebars and chassis. Keytops are wiped down, and the platen (rubber roller) is cleaned with a mild solvent to restore grip. Harsh chemicals are avoided to protect metal and rubber.
Lubrication: Moving parts—like the carriage rails, typebar pivots, and shift mechanism—are lightly lubricated with typewriter-specific oil.
Adjustments: Alignment is key. Typebars are adjusted to strike evenly, ensuring crisp impressions. The carriage tension is checked, and the escapement (which controls letter spacing) is fine-tuned.
Repairs: Worn or broken parts—like springs, screws, or rubber feet—are replaced. A brand new universal ink ribbon is installed, which is easily replaceable and widely available on most online platforms.
Testing: The typewriter is typed on extensively—every key, shift, spacebar, and return—to confirm smooth action, proper alignment, and consistent ink delivery. Any sluggishness (e.g., sticky keys) is addressed by revisiting problem areas.
Shipments are all packed to be virtually indestructible and shipped same or next business day. You are risking damage if you buy from a non experienced shipper! Check our reviews! Serial number is 118217. Please see photos for condition.