Bidspirit auction | 1920s Remington Portable Model 1

1920s Remington Portable Model 1 Manual Typewriter - Item/Description: Early 1920s Remington Portable Model 1 manual typewriter featuring a matte black enamel chassis, an innovative gear-driven folding typebar mechanism operated by side levers, and a complete four-bank layout of circular glass-topped keys. Manufactured in Ilion, New York, this milestone design stands as the first highly successful commercial portable typewriter to offer a standard keyboard format, revolutionizing mobile communication for period authors and journalists. *This item is being relisted due to non-payment* Material: Cast Iron, Steel, Enamel, Glass, Rubber, Leatherette Dimensions: Length: 11”; Width: 12 1/2”; Height: 3” Condition: Lid no longer holds. Signs of age, use, and wear include dust, residue, oxidation, scuffing, and surface scratches. Untested; sold as-is. Age: 1920s Provenance: Private Estate Shipping: $55 Standard (within Continental US) provided In-House. Shipping method is determined by item size, type, fragility and specific characteristics. Shipping and handling costs are calculated based on average carrier rates, delivery distance and packing complexity. PLEASE NOTE: All orders over $500 will require shipping insurance to be paid by the buyer. A fee of $1.50 per $100 of coverage will be added to your shipping and handling cost(s). International Bidders: Please email admin@taurusauctions.com for a shipping quote to your country. Condition Reports: Please see all photos and read entire description before requesting condition reports. Please contact us before bidding if you require additional photos or have any questions regarding condition. Email admin@taurusauctions.com for all condition reports. See all Terms and Conditions prior to bidding. 452