This is a rare and professionally restored typewriter made in 1966. Hermes 3000 is one of the best semi-portable typewriter models for enthusiasts and writers and also one for the most sought after typewriters in the world. It is not without reason. The design of Hermes typewriters is stunning and it's smooth typing makes it desirable.
*TYPEFACE: Keyboard layout: Hebrew
*COSMETICS: This typewriter is in excellent condition - both the case and the typewriter itself. The smooth green paint finish is shiny with minimum visible paint blemishes & due to age. Everything on this machine is original and has high a collector value. The chrome plated metal parts look great. The machine is finished off with a protective, museum-quality wax in order to protect the paint from oxidation, dirt, scratches and fingerprints.
*MECHANICS: As with all our restored typewriters - this one is in outstanding mechanical condition. As part of our restoring this typewriter has been thoroughly cleaned and has received new black/red ink and new rubber for optimal grip. We disassemble the typewriter and perform stress testing and also replace old/worn out parts. The typewriter is now ready to withstand many hours of heavy typing with it's smooth carriage, light keys and sturdy design. It has new rubber feet, new platen, new felt pads, fine tuned and aligned to serve a minimum of 50 more years.
*CASE: The case is in great condition.
*OUR RECOMMENDATION: We always recommend this model if you are planning on regular use and heavy typing, for example writing your next novel or book. This typewriter has no other match and deserves it's own category - a true performer - built to last more than a lifetime.
All our typewriters are delivered to you ready to start typing. All machines have an installed new ink ribbon which should last at least 500 A4 pages.
Our typewriters include a 1 year warranty.