This has to be one of your best videos. Just a solid, mechanical beauty working nearly like the day it was made. I have a 1926 Corona 4 myself. It works perfectly, but could use a new platen, feed rollers, and feet. The print quality is far better than any of my later coronas, especially the 5 series machines. It has the case as well as the spool covers and 1 original spool. It is excellent. One of my favorites second to my 1965 Facit Tp2.
It is not uncommon for these machines to require new rubber. This being such an example. However, there are companies out there that can facilitate the job. Should you wish to invest in a nice platen, I'd advice you to get in touch with J.J. Short Associates. Thank you for your compliment.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 You're welcome. I have been collecting typewriters for some time now, I really like the machines of the 1920's and 30's. I got a 1919 Underwood 5 as my oldest. To be honest, I like all of your videos, especially the ones where you type on the hermes baby/rocket and Olivetti (Tropical?)
@@T_eaLeaves I should make more of those. They seem popular. Underwood 5's are fine machines. I've lost count how many I've serviced of those over the year.s
That's a coolest smith corona #4 portable typewriter that you ever have. I also found Underwood #5 manual typewriter from Phoenix Typewriter and paid about $20. And it also made in 1930s.
That's a really nice typewriter my friend. I too happen to own one and I did also buy it during the pandemic, go figure. I made a little video myself similar to yours. Cheers.
I just purchased one of these on ebay for a friend who passed his US citizenship test! I'm so excited to give it to him. He likes to write screen plays in his free time and has expressed the want for one. The listing said everything is in working order but is there anything I should look out for or expect when it arrives? The listing also included a picture of paper with all the characters typed on it so that has me really hopeful! I know nothing about these machines though. Should I expect it to just work or will I need one of those ink wheel things? Thanks for answering if you take the time! Your typing skills are mesmerizing lol
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 either way it is an amazing machine. No matter what, it will always be seen as a work of art in the typewriter community
I got into typewriters literally about a week ago, and bought an SC Corsair Deluxe. Today, the mailman delivered a Royal Custom 1967(?) that I ordered. By Friday next week, I should also have an old SC Skywriter & Zephyr...possibly also a Royal Dart and a Royal Quiet Deluxe, but those two are still being bid on. You might say I'm kinda very quickly becoming obsessed..... (: With both the sound and application of them(I used to love poetry, and have dipped back in lately), and the general vintage surrounding them. I found a something listed as a Corona Four for sale for just $15, that looked to be in fair enough condition for something as old as it might be (just missing the '1' key, supposedly, and looking a bit rusty) but the top part of the body is flat..... I only saw two of that style on the typewriter DB, from 1927. Would you happen to know if those are legitimate? Or am I possibly seeing something incorrectly listed? Your typing looks fluid, by the way. It's rather awesome to watch. (:
Wow, you're jumping straight into the deep-end. Once you start, there ain't no turning back. ;) Typewriters are wonderful. They are a gateway to creativity, art and emotion. I am glad you joined the madness. Enjoy everything that comes your way. A flat Corona Four is relatively rare. A good friend of mine has one. Thank you for your compliments and nabbing your seat in the Typosphere!!
I just bought a very similar model could you please make a video on how to service them. When I type the scroll doesn't move and it types in the same place
@@tatmannewsnetworkyourfavor3822 Thank you very much! I intend to spend more time in this than I have over the past year, so stay tuned. There is more to come.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 that’s the coolest 1927 smith corona #4 portable typewriter that I have ever seen. I also have Underwood no. 5 typewriter made in 1930s - 1940s.
Hello there! Just wondering if you know any sellers who sells the same type of typewriter. I looked everywhere for it and can’t find one in such good condition. Thanks!😊
I bought a smith corona at a garage sale for $14 and it works fine. I was wondering if the cent (¢) sign could be change to a carot (^) sign like on most keyboards and how expensive it would be. The carot sign is used to indicate a super script.
Everything is possible if you have the parts. If the type slug comes on a bar that does not fit the machine, you can desolder it from it's seat and install it on your machine.
I bought a Royal Model O (1938) from a marketplace seller that said it would never type again, brought it home and had it typing in under 2 minutes. Kids these days I tell you. It needs more but it does type, I would say it is in fair operating condition.
Is there anything special about your sheet of backing paper? It looks like construction paper... Is there a high-friction type of paper to deal with those rock-hard platens?
There is something so satisfying about typewriters,the sound and the mechanical aspects
My thoughts are in harmony with yours on that.
i love this type writer, i love how it looks and sound and seeing all mechanical parts. I would to get one and type some stuff up.
and THAT is the reason why i like TYPEWRITERS
The sound of this typewriter is actually quite quiet
These little Coronas are not too bad.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 little??
@@alancortez5270 For 1927 that is tiny.
@@shrimpflea Maybe not tiny, but still small. It debuted in 1924, so smaller Remington Portable had been on market for couple of years already.
This has to be one of your best videos. Just a solid, mechanical beauty working nearly like the day it was made. I have a 1926 Corona 4 myself. It works perfectly, but could use a new platen, feed rollers, and feet. The print quality is far better than any of my later coronas, especially the 5 series machines. It has the case as well as the spool covers and 1 original spool. It is excellent. One of my favorites second to my 1965 Facit Tp2.
It is not uncommon for these machines to require new rubber. This being such an example. However, there are companies out there that can facilitate the job. Should you wish to invest in a nice platen, I'd advice you to get in touch with J.J. Short Associates. Thank you for your compliment.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121
You're welcome. I have been collecting typewriters for some time now, I really like the machines of the 1920's and 30's. I got a 1919 Underwood 5 as my oldest. To be honest, I like all of your videos, especially the ones where you type on the hermes baby/rocket and Olivetti (Tropical?)
@@T_eaLeaves I should make more of those. They seem popular. Underwood 5's are fine machines. I've lost count how many I've serviced of those over the year.s
Just the irony of seeing a Covid-19 label on a video of a Corona typewriter 😂😂 also beautiful machine and great video
This time last year it wouldn't have crossed your mind. It's funny how that works! :D Thanks very much!
That's a coolest smith corona #4 portable typewriter that you ever have. I also found Underwood #5 manual typewriter from Phoenix Typewriter and paid about $20. And it also made in 1930s.
I love that sound! more videos like this please!
Very beautiful typewriter with lovely sound for my ears. Love the pling.
Glad you liked it, Anna. Thanks for watching!
wow this is incredibly satisfying to hear
I'm glad you like it!
It's cool some people still own these. Would be very helpful in the middle of a disaster, like a power outage.
Indeed they would
That's a really nice typewriter my friend. I too happen to own one and I did also buy it during the pandemic, go figure. I made a little video myself similar to yours. Cheers.
This is a cool typewriter to make words there is a delete and a backspace.
It's the bell tone that gets me all the time, lol.
Cracking your knuckles is louder than the typewriter! 😂
I just purchased one of these on ebay for a friend who passed his US citizenship test! I'm so excited to give it to him. He likes to write screen plays in his free time and has expressed the want for one. The listing said everything is in working order but is there anything I should look out for or expect when it arrives? The listing also included a picture of paper with all the characters typed on it so that has me really hopeful! I know nothing about these machines though. Should I expect it to just work or will I need one of those ink wheel things? Thanks for answering if you take the time! Your typing skills are mesmerizing lol
Never heard a typewriter like this before. Sounds more mechanical. But nonetheless, it is a beautiful machine and seems very unique!
This machine was made in the baby-steps of portable typewriters. They were more refined later.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 either way it is an amazing machine. No matter what, it will always be seen as a work of art in the typewriter community
Havent seen one of these in years imagine what you could do with it
I just got a smith-corona super 12 electric type writer it’s so amazing
Those are nice typewriters!! Good find! Enjoy it!
I got into typewriters literally about a week ago, and bought an SC Corsair Deluxe. Today, the mailman delivered a Royal Custom 1967(?) that I ordered. By Friday next week, I should also have an old SC Skywriter & Zephyr...possibly also a Royal Dart and a Royal Quiet Deluxe, but those two are still being bid on.
You might say I'm kinda very quickly becoming obsessed..... (: With both the sound and application of them(I used to love poetry, and have dipped back in lately), and the general vintage surrounding them.
I found a something listed as a Corona Four for sale for just $15, that looked to be in fair enough condition for something as old as it might be (just missing the '1' key, supposedly, and looking a bit rusty) but the top part of the body is flat..... I only saw two of that style on the typewriter DB, from 1927. Would you happen to know if those are legitimate? Or am I possibly seeing something incorrectly listed?
Your typing looks fluid, by the way. It's rather awesome to watch. (:
Wow, you're jumping straight into the deep-end. Once you start, there ain't no turning back. ;) Typewriters are wonderful. They are a gateway to creativity, art and emotion. I am glad you joined the madness. Enjoy everything that comes your way. A flat Corona Four is relatively rare. A good friend of mine has one.
Thank you for your compliments and nabbing your seat in the Typosphere!!
How would you rate the Corona's feel and performance compared to other portables from the same era?
I prefer the standard typewriters over the portables from this era. It's about a 7/10.
I just bought a very similar model could you please make a video on how to service them. When I type the scroll doesn't move and it types in the same place
I'll be working on another one very soon, and I will make some videos.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 thanks 👍 mine is the silent but 1936 model I think
Damn. I didnt even think you were still alive
Ayup! Still here. This year has thrown a bit of pickle into productivity.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 Dude, im so glad your doing well. I used to watch you all the time. I really do wish you the best man.
@@tatmannewsnetworkyourfavor3822 Thank you very much! I intend to spend more time in this than I have over the past year, so stay tuned. There is more to come.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 that’s the coolest 1927 smith corona #4 portable typewriter that I have ever seen. I also have Underwood no. 5 typewriter made in 1930s - 1940s.
@@jacobbeversdorf7088 The classic Underwood was made from 1900 to 1933. They are beautiful machines and rank in my top 3 favourites.
Hello there! Just wondering if you know any sellers who sells the same type of typewriter. I looked everywhere for it and can’t find one in such good condition. Thanks!😊
eBay would be your friend!
Just saw one today at Magnolia Antiques on Fair Oaks Blvd, Carmichael, Sacramento, California…$145
I wish I can have one of these typewriters
They are out there! Typewriters were manufactured in mass-quantities and as common as computers are today!
Just about to buy a restored one. What do you use as a backing sheet, btw?
I bought a smith corona at a garage sale for $14 and it works fine. I was wondering if the cent (¢) sign could be change to a carot (^) sign like on most keyboards and how expensive it would be. The carot sign is used to indicate a super script.
Everything is possible if you have the parts. If the type slug comes on a bar that does not fit the machine, you can desolder it from it's seat and install it on your machine.
I bought a Royal Model O (1938) from a marketplace seller that said it would never type again, brought it home and had it typing in under 2 minutes. Kids these days I tell you. It needs more but it does type, I would say it is in fair operating condition.
Getting through Corona with Corona 😁
Sipping Corona...
Super!
I just got a Corona four typewriter, but I don’t know how to get started. Is there a guide or manual somewhere that I can read to learn how to use it?
Yes, there are instruction manuals out there for this typewriter. Make sure you search for the right edition.
Jesus! Was the knuckle cracking absolutely necessary???
In my case it does aid in speed-typing. Not a great habit by any means.
Where do you find the parts to service these machines?
Parts machines, mostly. But it is a rare day the original parts are no longer up to the job.
Is it possible to use one of those on a daily basis?
When did SC come out with the Floating Shift?
If I recall correctly when the "Sterling" came on the market.
Is there anything special about your sheet of backing paper? It looks like construction paper... Is there a high-friction type of paper to deal with those rock-hard platens?
Nope. It is merely craft-paper that I use. The density cushions the type-bars on the hardened platen.
Nice!!!!
Beautyful !
Just wondering about the ink ribbon, where do you find new ribbon for an antique machine?
They still manufacture it. I buy it in bulk, any major company like Amazon or eBay will carry it.
I had an olivetti typewriter from the 60s
A Studio, a Lettera?
A lettera 35
@@Baer9471 Those are fairly decent typewriters.
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 yeah
Man i need mechanical gaming keyboard sounds like this XD
What is the best typewriter you have ever used ..?
And what would be good for beginners in your opinion ..sth quiet..and easy ..not too heavy
Well, I will always be a Royal fan. Both their standards and portables are made very well. Olympia and Hermes are also excellent quality typewriters.
Antique store has a Corona 4 in maroon with tan accents, $145
Where do you get these backing sheets?
I merely use a piece of craft paper.
from where i can buy one of these ?
Swap meets, thrift stores, antique malls, advertisements, garage sales....
@@dr.typewriter-venneburgtyp121 THANK U
I kind of want to manufacture typewriters
That'd be quite a task...unless you've got a factory at your disposal. :)
What is its cost in Indian currency
Speedie gonzalez!
Added to liked videos.
Cost please in Indian currency
the grandfathers 1St computer
Indeed.
For sale ???
Not mine...
What do you mean ‘not mine’?
@@jacobbeversdorf7088 He was repairing it for someone else!
Why is there a covid-19 PSA under this video??
Because the Internet can't think of anything else to associate the name "Corona" with.
You have to not type wrong. That is pretty hard
1 key pushed on this typewriter and the paper gets slapped by an arm with ink on it.
The simplified mechanical definition.
the 19th model didn't turn out well
ia m won buy this
He seems to not be using his pinkie fingers.
CORONA typewriter
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It is more enjoyable when you relate it to beer.
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