Very nice! I picked up a used one in a charity shop (what you might call a thrift store I think) for £5 this morning and it works very well. I wanted a portable typewriter for my cousin who is in his eighties.
I found one of these in my favourite local spot for $20, and holy heck is it a snappy typewriter. Real fun to type on. I would say it outperforms a Lettera 22 and a Hermes Rocket... But that's just my opinion. I think it's going to be my travel companion typewriter from here on out.
You got a real "steal" for 20 bucks. Depending on the condition and the rarity of the specific model, these ultra-portable machines can go for anywhere from $120 to over $500.
Many of them were made at UNIS in former Yugoslawia.. and i think, there seem to be not much difference, even if there is one. One of my favourite Ultraportables for the bikebags. And available in many colorscemes.
TO CHARLIE @ TYPEWRITER JUSTICE: During the 1970's, the "ART DECO STYLE" OLIMPIA SF De Luxe ultra-portable manual typewriters included the '"TRAVELER" designation - whether or not the word "TRAVELER" was imprinted onto the front cover of the typewriter (see line drawing of front cover on page 2 of downloaded user manual from link pasted below). After watching your video and identifying the "unique features," I can "see" that your machine is a "Traveler SF De Luxe unit." Here is a "linked address" to view and download an 8-page user's manual at site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/tw-manuals.html. Within the index of various "user's manuals" available, select the very first listed "Olimpia Traveler" PDF document. Notice that within this "Olimpia TRAVELER User's Manual; the SF (special flat) Series, the De Luxe Model, and the "TRAVELER" designation are supported and inter-connected by ART DECO drawings and images of itemized components from the front of the manual that show "special features" such as "the release lever for paper support, the ribbon control, and the touch adjuster" - all of which are "unique features" of the Traveler SF De Luxe machine (supported by diagram item numbers #15 and #22 on page 2, and touch adjuster diagram on page 4). I personally own a 1960's SF De Luxe (Elite 8 Font) and a 1970's Traveler SF De Luxe "S" machine (Pica 12 Font, with left-hand TAB control feature included). And, in my opinion, these are two of the finest manual typewriters ever created. I am especially partial to the gorgeous Pica 12 Font of my Olimpia Traveler SF De Luxe "S" machine!!!!
Going to pick up one of these this Wednesday for 15 euros (which I think is a reasonable price?). Can't wait to start typing, your video made me excited already!
FIrst engage the carriage lock by moving the carriage to the left, pushing the button left to the platen towards the keyboard and use the carriage release to let it slide into place. Check that the carriage is in lock position by pushing the space bar. If the carriage isn't moving you can now push down on the carriage lever, that will then sit right next to the left of the housing, thus allowing the lid to easily slide over the casing.
Shoot! The day after you posted this video I found an SF at a thrift store. Though I shy away from disco-era machines -- especially if they're carriage shift -- I could not say no to a $2.99 price tag. When I got it home and fixed the mis-strung ribbon I was royally impressed. It's a clean machine and types and prints well. And when I get ahead of myself and bunch the keys, just hitting the margin release knocks them back down -- no inky fingers. One question: Where's the serial number located. I looked all over and can't find it.
it's at the back right, on the chassis. move the carriage all the way to the left, hit shiftlock, and shine a flashlight around back there...you'll find it
I found this on amazon. I was going to buy the royal classic. But, it was a modern typewriter, and the bad thing was that it was cheaply made. My first typewriter was a royal scriptor. At first I loved it, but before my little brother destroyed it, I knew it was cheaply made. As a 11 year old boy, I use telephones, fax machines, and typewriters. I also work with laptops. The olympia typewriter must be good since it was built before 1990. I am going to buy this typewriter!
Hi, I just bought a used Olympia Traveller De Lux and the carriage is loose. Any suggestions on how to fix it? I can't find any videos or instructions online. Thanks!!!
slide the carriage all the way left, so you can see the right-rear corner; it should be on the metal frame, just to the right of the bell. you might need a flashlight or to wipe away some fluff, but it’s probably there :)
@@TypewriterJustice I’ll bet it’s great. It looks brand new too like you said. I have an SM8 from 1966 that I absolutely love, but it’s a little bigger than I would want to carry around. It’s more of a ‘stay at home’ machine. I will have to keep an eye out for one of these. Olympia made such good stuff in the 60s and 70s. I think the quality is about the best you can get on a manual typewriter. You can just feel the quality the minute you start typing (if it’s in good working condition). Thank you again for the video. I enjoyed it.
Thanks for this. I thought it was a traveler too and now I know I have a SF DeLuxe with the touch adjuster. I couldn't find the serial number 15-210010 and didn't know what I had.
That typewriter is cool. I need some advice. So my backspace key on my Sterling 1945-48ish( The one in the profile picture) gets stuck and I have to pull it up every time I backspace.
For the version with leather case, I purchased one made in Germany, and another one in Yugoslavia. Then there are plenty 2nd hand DeLuxe and Deluxe "S" in Taiwan market with plastic case. Typing mechanism slightly different.
Nice, I have no idea where people are finding these things, certainly not for the sub $5 people are posting about in comments :/
tell me about it. these days, if i can land a decent fix-er-upper machine for less than $50, i generally consider it a miracle
10$ in thrift store near ne.
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Very nice! I picked up a used one in a charity shop (what you might call a thrift store I think) for £5 this morning and it works very well. I wanted a portable typewriter for my cousin who is in his eighties.
Could you please upload the manual somewhere in DropBox or googledrive? I have the same typewriter but i dont know how to use it :(
You can find it here - on Richar Polt's website: site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/OlympiaTraveller.pdf
I found one of these in my favourite local spot for $20, and holy heck is it a snappy typewriter. Real fun to type on. I would say it outperforms a Lettera 22 and a Hermes Rocket... But that's just my opinion. I think it's going to be my travel companion typewriter from here on out.
You got a real "steal" for 20 bucks. Depending on the condition and the rarity of the specific model, these ultra-portable machines can go for anywhere from $120 to over $500.
Exquisite. That writer's just my type!
Many of them were made at UNIS in former Yugoslawia.. and i think, there seem to be not much difference, even if there is one. One of my favourite Ultraportables for the bikebags. And available in many colorscemes.
TO CHARLIE @ TYPEWRITER JUSTICE: During the 1970's, the "ART DECO STYLE" OLIMPIA SF De Luxe ultra-portable manual typewriters included the '"TRAVELER" designation - whether or not the word "TRAVELER" was imprinted onto the front cover of the typewriter (see line drawing of front cover on page 2 of downloaded user manual from link pasted below). After watching your video and identifying the "unique features," I can "see" that your machine is a "Traveler SF De Luxe unit." Here is a "linked address" to view and download an 8-page user's manual at site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/tw-manuals.html. Within the index of various "user's manuals" available, select the very first listed "Olimpia Traveler" PDF document. Notice that within this "Olimpia TRAVELER User's Manual; the SF (special flat) Series, the De Luxe Model, and the "TRAVELER" designation are supported and inter-connected by ART DECO drawings and images of itemized components from the front of the manual that show "special features" such as "the release lever for paper support, the ribbon control, and the touch adjuster" - all of which are "unique features" of the Traveler SF De Luxe machine (supported by diagram item numbers #15 and #22 on page 2, and touch adjuster diagram on page 4). I personally own a 1960's SF De Luxe (Elite 8 Font) and a 1970's Traveler SF De Luxe "S" machine (Pica 12 Font, with left-hand TAB control feature included). And, in my opinion, these are two of the finest manual typewriters ever created. I am especially partial to the gorgeous Pica 12 Font of my Olimpia Traveler SF De Luxe "S" machine!!!!
Going to pick up one of these this Wednesday for 15 euros (which I think is a reasonable price?). Can't wait to start typing, your video made me excited already!
When there is no electricity you'd til can use the typewriter ;)
It's my dream machine, at the top of my wishlist. But I'm looking for the orange with white trim. Reminds me of a 50/50 bar.
I have it.. But its really not in good condition.. Today i realise its already broken.. Thats why i seek for repairing vid..
Pretty darn snazzy my man
Does anyone know how to return the carriage return lever back in order to put it into its case
FIrst engage the carriage lock by moving the carriage to the left, pushing the button left to the platen towards the keyboard and use the carriage release to let it slide into place. Check that the carriage is in lock position by pushing the space bar. If the carriage isn't moving you can now push down on the carriage lever, that will then sit right next to the left of the housing, thus allowing the lid to easily slide over the casing.
Hi! : ) I've got a question about where to adjust the LC and UC on an Olympia Carina 1 and can't find answers anywhere. Any advice?
Story of the Olympia company is pretty interesting. One of the first businesses to fall for the IT-revolution.
Shoot! The day after you posted this video I found an SF at a thrift store. Though I shy away from disco-era machines -- especially if they're carriage shift -- I could not say no to a $2.99 price tag.
When I got it home and fixed the mis-strung ribbon I was royally impressed. It's a clean machine and types and prints well. And when I get ahead of myself and bunch the keys, just hitting the margin release knocks them back down -- no inky fingers.
One question: Where's the serial number located. I looked all over and can't find it.
it's at the back right, on the chassis. move the carriage all the way to the left, hit shiftlock, and shine a flashlight around back there...you'll find it
Bingo! It's 15-1958772. Nice type alignment on this thing -- right up there with my Selectric II.
I found this on amazon. I was going to buy the royal classic. But, it was a modern typewriter, and the bad thing was that it was cheaply made. My first typewriter was a royal scriptor. At first I loved it, but before my little brother destroyed it, I knew it was cheaply made. As a 11 year old boy, I use telephones, fax machines, and typewriters. I also work with laptops. The olympia typewriter must be good since it was built before 1990. I am going to buy this typewriter!
Hi, I just bought a used Olympia Traveller De Lux and the carriage is loose. Any suggestions on how to fix it? I can't find any videos or instructions online.
Thanks!!!
where is the serial location?
slide the carriage all the way left, so you can see the right-rear corner; it should be on the metal frame, just to the right of the bell. you might need a flashlight or to wipe away some fluff, but it’s probably there :)
Is this basically the same as the Traveller de luxe? It looks about identical 🤔 I’ll bet this is a fantastic portable.
yes & yes :)
@@TypewriterJustice I’ll bet it’s great. It looks brand new too like you said. I have an SM8 from 1966 that I absolutely love, but it’s a little bigger than I would want to carry around. It’s more of a ‘stay at home’ machine. I will have to keep an eye out for one of these. Olympia made such good stuff in the 60s and 70s. I think the quality is about the best you can get on a manual typewriter. You can just feel the quality the minute you start typing (if it’s in good working condition). Thank you again for the video. I enjoyed it.
Thanks for this. I thought it was a traveler too and now I know I have a SF DeLuxe with the touch adjuster. I couldn't find the serial number 15-210010 and didn't know what I had.
That typewriter is cool. I need some advice. So my backspace key on my Sterling 1945-48ish( The one in the profile picture) gets stuck and I have to pull it up every time I backspace.
Where did you find one like this? I’m looking for one myself, but I can’t find one.
Are these made in Germany?
For the version with leather case, I purchased one made in Germany, and another one in Yugoslavia. Then there are plenty 2nd hand DeLuxe and Deluxe "S" in Taiwan market with plastic case. Typing mechanism slightly different.
Can you please do a short clip of how to use a unis tbm de luxe typewriter
Great Vid. Do you still have her ? Interested in selling ? ; )
Where’d you buy the case for it?
Pretty darn snazzy. Yes it is!
Is it an electricial typewriter?
nope
@@TypewriterJustice how much it cost?
@@abdelhadiabbas9712 i don’t remember, this video is two years old :)
@@TypewriterJustice you don’t remember of two years old price! 🙄
@@abdelhadiabbas9712 ha! i sure don’t - i have hundreds of typewriters, occasionally one slips my mind ;)