Thank you so much for another informative video. I really did think I was doing the right thing by loading 2 sheets (one as a backing paper) of 70gsm. Thank you again!
Walid, thank you for this very information video. I appreciate the time that you took to set up the video. I live in Ohio and I have been picking up vintage typewriters for about 15 years now when I can get one for a good price at a yard sale or junk shop. I am not really a collector but more of a fan of the sound and fury that goes with owning and using vintage machines. Thanks again I will be watching. And by the way, I recently found a mint condition Hermes 3000 with all the original paperwork and tools at a second hand shop. $50 !!!
Pleasure 😊. We are working hard on the new video and you will love it .. it includes a Hermes 3000 & talking about it. Will be posted on Friday or Saturday.!
Thank you so much for posting this video. It is very helpful. I have just been wading through all the various internet sites looking for answers, and you have them all in the one place! It's a great video too as it is both informative and instructive. Most helpful!
So, here's my question on thickness. I would like to start journaling with my typewriter with the intent of binding the journal into a book when I get enough completed pages. Most books are bound by folding the sheet of paper and stitching the center of the signatures. To best do this, I would have to type on a folded sheet of paper. My best research suggests the optimal thickness for bookbinding is between 70-90 gsm. For the typewriter, the optimal thickness is 85-100 gsm. So, if I have to type my journal folded, then the thickness would have to be around 50 gsm to stay within the maximum thickness of 100 gsm in the typewriter. This would make the paper too thin for bookbinding. What is a happy medium for typewriter and bookbinding?
50 gsm is thin. Let’s say , hope the typewriter won’t have issues line spacing and printing .. but if it worked . That’s good. Unfortunately don’t know what could be the best for bookbinding
Nice question. Yes, all the same when you can test for the best quality prints depending on typewriter model , platen & thickness of paper you prefer to use.
Nice question .. as long as it doesn’t damage the key arm heads and not too thick, it should be fine. Didn’t try it before. Worth checking in the future 🫡.
If you can find pulp paper less than 150gsm on Amazon or eBay or office supply and craft stores , that should be fine to use. Widely available are 200+ gsm and that slightly thick and will damage the typewriter in the long run. Still, If used occasionally, it should be ok. Some Are available on amazon .
@@ErnestoIbarrait’s just more likely if it’s a lot of usage and smaller typewriter. No need for backing paper with embossing papers if less than 100gsm. Should be fine
GSM is grams per meter. Unfortunately lbs wasn’t used it seems. If one used is good for you and you are getting fine prints and not hurting the machine and platen , it’s fine.
📜You can use any thin or office paper as a backing paper.🧻
So regular printer paper can be used as the backing paper, I assuming the answer is yes? Thank you for this video! :)
Thank you so much for another informative video. I really did think I was doing the right thing by loading 2 sheets (one as a backing paper) of 70gsm. Thank you again!
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Walid, thank you for this very information video. I appreciate the time that you took to set up the video. I live in Ohio and I have been
picking up vintage typewriters for about 15 years now when I can get one for a good price at a yard sale or junk shop. I am not really
a collector but more of a fan of the sound and fury that goes with owning and using vintage machines. Thanks again I will be watching.
And by the way, I recently found a mint condition Hermes 3000 with all the original paperwork and tools at a second hand shop. $50 !!!
Pleasure 😊. We are working hard on the new video and you will love it .. it includes a Hermes 3000 & talking about it. Will be posted on Friday or Saturday.!
Thank you so much for posting this video. It is very helpful. I have just been wading through all the various internet sites looking for answers, and you have them all in the one place! It's a great video too as it is both informative and instructive. Most helpful!
Glad to know that ☺️
You gave me pause for thought - always a plus. Thank you.🙏🏼
Pleasure 😀
Thank you. Your knowledge is greatly appreciated!
Glad it was helpful!
Wow thank you Sir 🫡 amazing experience and great examples 😊
Pleasure
So, here's my question on thickness. I would like to start journaling with my typewriter with the intent of binding the journal into a book when I get enough completed pages. Most books are bound by folding the sheet of paper and stitching the center of the signatures. To best do this, I would have to type on a folded sheet of paper. My best research suggests the optimal thickness for bookbinding is between 70-90 gsm. For the typewriter, the optimal thickness is 85-100 gsm. So, if I have to type my journal folded, then the thickness would have to be around 50 gsm to stay within the maximum thickness of 100 gsm in the typewriter. This would make the paper too thin for bookbinding. What is a happy medium for typewriter and bookbinding?
50 gsm is thin. Let’s say , hope the typewriter won’t have issues line spacing and printing .. but if it worked . That’s good. Unfortunately don’t know what could be the best for bookbinding
Thank you for this video...
My pleasure
Hi! What is "type erase" paper?
You mean the tipp ex correction slide?
@@MrMrsVintageTypewriters ... 👋🏿No. I just received a bunch of paper and it says "type erase 25% cotton fiber usa".
Does typewriter ink come through to the back side of 60 GSM paper?
Depending on smudging level of ink and strike on the paper.
Does this apply to all types of ribbons? i.e. Nylon, Cotton and Silk.
Nice question. Yes, all the same when you can test for the best quality prints depending on typewriter model , platen & thickness of paper you prefer to use.
Can you use pulp paper ?
Nice question .. as long as it doesn’t damage the key arm heads and not too thick, it should be fine.
Didn’t try it before. Worth checking in the future 🫡.
@@MrMrsVintageTypewriters do you know the best type of Pulp paper to buy for a brother typewriter?
If you can find pulp paper less than 150gsm on Amazon or eBay or office supply and craft stores , that should be fine to use. Widely available are 200+ gsm and that slightly thick and will damage the typewriter in the long run. Still,
If used occasionally, it should be ok. Some
Are available on amazon .
For me its embossed linen 24 lb paper
Just make sure it’s not too thick.
For smaller machines made post 1960s, they tend to lessen the spring tension of the feed roller
I didn’t know that. Fortunately it’s not too thick. I’m using a 1957 Super Silent Smith Corona.
@@ErnestoIbarrait’s just more likely if it’s a lot of usage and smaller typewriter.
No need for backing paper with embossing papers if less than 100gsm. Should be fine
I use 24 lb 100% cotton bond. How does gsm compare to lb. paper.
GSM is grams per meter. Unfortunately lbs wasn’t used it seems. If one used is good for you and you are getting fine prints and not hurting the machine and platen , it’s fine.