Wonderful presentation! The Canadian-built Royals and Smith-Coronas were assembled in Canada from the most essentials parts made in the US. Colours and typefaces were not as diverse as for those found in the US. Cases were slightly different except for the Smith Corona holiday case, which was US-made. At 10:49 the half-space feature that was introduced in the mid-1960s, simply caught up with European typewriters that had this incorporated in the escapement mechanism for many years already. The 1/2 line spacing was added only from the 1970s onward. Thanks! Daniel
I got one of the Royal Custom III's a couple of years ago. I was using it almost daily up until something inside would no longer allow the page to move, which wasn't long after I got it. I had it in its case, hoping to fix it eventually, but I recently decided to set it out on one of my bookshelves and I just can't get over how cool and space-agey it looks. Very cool machine indeed!
Another wonderful video on my two favorite brands of typewriters! I am still on the hunt for a Royal Futura and Royal Safari in the wild. Like you, I love my 1950s Smith-Corona and Royal machines, my favorite being my Smith-Corona Sterling. My Classic 12 is a reliable hunk of a machine and my Classic 10 is the same, though it is keyed for legal document creating and does lack standard keys for strict literary work. I absolutely love the articulated body design and both my Classics have the "Power Space" function which I think is really funky. Currently, I have my Royal QDL in rotation now and it makes me want a Futura and Safari even more! Thanks for the great video!
Fun! I appreciate the detail you go into about these models. You can keep your Smith Coronas. I'm a Royal guy. I now have a 1934 Model H Standard and a 1946 KMM. What I really want is a KMG like I grew up with. But I'm looking for a Futura 800 because it has all the features of my big desk typewriters along with a few more of its own. I really like that "Merit" typeface and I would like to have a portable, even if it's not really light. Thanks again for this in-depth comparison!
Hey there, great comparison! I just got a SCM coronet electric 12 thats basically the galaxy with a motor. I am have problems with the paper release not releasing, and I think somehow the platen is the wrong diameter. When I remove the platen everything works but when I install it the release lever does nothing. Can you help my by confirming the diameter of the platen you have on your machine? I know yours is a manual but i think the platen should be the same size. Thank you!
This is a general comment, as I have been binge-watching your vids lately. It's kind of distracting when you're doing a video and you interrupt yourself to comment on your refrigerator running or a truck driving by outside. You hear it, but we can't, and would not notice it if you didn't stop to comment on it. I watch you to hear and see your comment. Life happens, so unless a gorilla breaks in while you are filming and starts throwing typewriters around your apartment, just ignore it and keep on track. Love your vids, great hints and tips, and the antique/thrift trips are great, too!🎉
You project yourself more than Typewriters. And your presentation is like a TV news presenter for hearing impared persons. Please forgive me for my harsh comment.
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Always enjoy learning this stuff! Merry Christmas.
Thank you for another great video !
Wonderful presentation!
The Canadian-built Royals and Smith-Coronas were assembled in Canada from the most essentials parts made in the US. Colours and typefaces were not as diverse as for those found in the US. Cases were slightly different except for the Smith Corona holiday case, which was US-made.
At 10:49 the half-space feature that was introduced in the mid-1960s, simply caught up with European typewriters that had this incorporated in the escapement mechanism for many years already.
The 1/2 line spacing was added only from the 1970s onward.
Thanks!
Daniel
I got one of the Royal Custom III's a couple of years ago. I was using it almost daily up until something inside would no longer allow the page to move, which wasn't long after I got it. I had it in its case, hoping to fix it eventually, but I recently decided to set it out on one of my bookshelves and I just can't get over how cool and space-agey it looks. Very cool machine indeed!
Another wonderful video on my two favorite brands of typewriters! I am still on the hunt for a Royal Futura and Royal Safari in the wild. Like you, I love my 1950s Smith-Corona and Royal machines, my favorite being my Smith-Corona Sterling. My Classic 12 is a reliable hunk of a machine and my Classic 10 is the same, though it is keyed for legal document creating and does lack standard keys for strict literary work. I absolutely love the articulated body design and both my Classics have the "Power Space" function which I think is really funky. Currently, I have my Royal QDL in rotation now and it makes me want a Futura and Safari even more! Thanks for the great video!
Love all the wonderful history going on here!
Thanks for the great comparisons - I always enjoy your videos. Merry Christmas to you and the cat!
Fun! I appreciate the detail you go into about these models.
You can keep your Smith Coronas. I'm a Royal guy.
I now have a 1934 Model H Standard and a 1946 KMM. What I really want is a KMG like I grew up with.
But I'm looking for a Futura 800 because it has all the features of my big desk typewriters along with a few more of its own. I really like that "Merit" typeface and I would like to have a portable, even if it's not really light.
Thanks again for this in-depth comparison!
Really informative and interesting video. Thank you.
Loved seeing this comparison. I've found I am definitely a Galaxie gal. The key shape makes them a joy to use. (And I could look at them all day. 🤩)
Thanks. I do like Smith Coronas over Royals but found this so interesting 😊
Hey there, great comparison! I just got a SCM coronet electric 12 thats basically the galaxy with a motor. I am have problems with the paper release not releasing, and I think somehow the platen is the wrong diameter. When I remove the platen everything works but when I install it the release lever does nothing. Can you help my by confirming the diameter of the platen you have on your machine? I know yours is a manual but i think the platen should be the same size. Thank you!
I recommend asking the larger Antique Typewriter Collector's group on facebook! They will be able to get you a more accurate measurement!
This is a general comment, as I have been binge-watching your vids lately. It's kind of distracting when you're doing a video and you interrupt yourself to comment on your refrigerator running or a truck driving by outside. You hear it, but we can't, and would not notice it if you didn't stop to comment on it. I watch you to hear and see your comment. Life happens, so unless a gorilla breaks in while you are filming and starts throwing typewriters around your apartment, just ignore it and keep on track. Love your vids, great hints and tips, and the antique/thrift trips are great, too!🎉
I appreciate your feedback
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You project yourself more than Typewriters. And your presentation is like a TV news presenter for hearing impared persons. Please forgive me for my harsh comment.
I appreciate the feedback
Wow… “Thanks for your time and knowledge so generously shared with us” is always appropriate.
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