This machine was one of the first typewriters I bought from Ossie at Starline. He was doing my overhauls for me and he started offering machines for sale. I thought it would help to give him a little trade, the typewriter service business was in decline even then and I couldn't resist the machine, it was something I could use and it seemed to be is good shape, not to much wear with the exception of some keys that were a little abraded by someones nails. The price was right, the age was in my sweet spot and it is now part of my permanent collection. I only have two Underwoods that are original Underwood machines as compared to Olivetti Underwoods which have Olivetti guts.
What is nice about the machine? It has the feel I like - snappy and quick, wear is minimal, construction is all metal and quality and it remains a useful machine to this day. I will use it more in the future. Here is a picture:
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