Rare Hermes 3000 Cursive Script Portable Typewriter w/Case 1968 Switzerland For Sale

Hermes 3000 Manual Typewriter
Serial number: 3494609 - according to database this was made in 1968
Seafoam Green with piano white knobs and keys
A working vintage collectible that has two rare features:. Cursive script which is difficult to find. The executive / briefcase style hard case, sporting the Hermes label.
Comes with:. Hard case with 2 keys. Soft typewriter cover. Original manual / instructions & original warranty certificate, ( originally coming from Schmidt\'s Office Machines, 4422 N. Milwaukee Ave., Chicago, IL ). Original brushes
I have worked on many different makes & models of typewriters - the Hermes 3000 stands out as exceptional. Even though this Hermes was in excellent condition I serviced it by cleaning it properly.A fresh, black ribbon was installed.
Extra care and attention will be paid to packing for shipping. It will be shipped Fed Ex requiring a signature upon delivery, unless the buyer requests otherwise.
The Hermes 3000 was designed by Paillard after many years of research and made in Switzerland. Typewriters are built to last and the Hermes was considered the best built typewriter of all time. It was highly regarded and considered one of the finest, top model portables to own. Owners of the Hermes 3000 include: John Steinbeck, Sylvia Plath, Larry McMurtry, Tom Hanks and Matt Groening.