Vintage Erika 1930s Typewriter | Fully Working AZERTY Manual | German Engineering
El Rastro Antique's Warehouses
An elegant Erika 10 portable manual typewriter featuring a French AZERTY keyboard layout, professionally serviced and in perfect working condition. Complete with its original brown leather carrying case, this machine is a wonderful example of East German engineering and timeless mid-century design.
The Erika 10 is highly regarded for its exceptionally smooth typing action, durable all-metal construction, and compact portability. Its refined mechanics make it one of the finest portable European typewriters of its era, equally appreciated by collectors and everyday writers.
This particular machine has been professionally serviced, thoroughly tested, and is ready to write immediately. The attractive green finish, original chrome details, and authentic leather case make it an outstanding addition to any collection or workspace.
Condition
✔ Professionally serviced and fully working
✔ All keys type smoothly and return correctly
✔ Carriage advances and returns perfectly
✔ Original brown leather carrying case included
✔ Universal black/red ribbon installed
✔ Excellent print quality
✔ Attractive original green finish with honest cosmetic wear consistent with age
✔ Clean mechanism and fully tested
Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | Erika |
| Model | Erika 10 |
| Serial Number | 1929061 |
| Keyboard Layout | French AZERTY |
| Type | Portable Manual Typewriter |
| Color | Metallic Green |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany |
| Condition | Professionally Serviced & Fully Working |
| Case | Original Brown Leather Carrying Case |
| Ribbon | Universal Black / Red Ribbon Installed |
Detailed Condition Note
This unit is in exceptional aesthetic condition, boasting a deep, sleek black finish that has been remarkably preserved. Mechanically, it strikes with the sturdy and crisp precision that Erika is famous for. Please Note: While the original case is included and in great shape, the leather handle requires a simple fix. These minor signs of history are a small price for a machine that performs this flawlessly.
The Writer’s Choice
This is more than a gift; it is a sturdy tool for a lifetime of stories. Whether you are a novelist seeking a distraction-free creative partner or a collector of high-end modernist tools, the Erika is a timeless investment in analog charm.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
-
Weight: 5 kg (11 lbs) — Substantial, professional-grade metal quality.
-
Length: 31 cm (12.2")
-
Width: 28 cm (11")
-
Height: 13 cm (5.1")
Global Shipping & 100% Security
🚀 Premium Express Delivery: We ship FAST via FedEx. Your Erika is professionally secured and double-boxed with specialized internal bracing to protect its precision mechanics and ensure it arrives safely in 3-7 days.
✔️ FREE: European Union, UK, USA & Canada (3-7 Days Delivery)
✔️ Fixed Price Everywhere Else: 45$
(Please provide your phone number after making the order for easier delivery).
❤️ At El Rastro Antiques, we carefully restore vintage treasures. If your item doesn’t match the description or arrives damaged, we offer a FULL refund—no worries! ✅
Don't Hesitate in Contacting Us in case you have any questions or requests before placing the order by email or whatsapp. Enjoy Shopping!
Estimated delivery time 3-7 days
Let customers speak for us
Always a pleasure working with El Rastro. Great comminication and customer service!
very clean and almost new
Great
Truly wonderful people! They are incredibly kind, caring, and respectful. If you have any questions or concerns, you can count on them to help. It was a pleasure dealing with them, and I wholeheartedly recommend them. Thank you for your kindness and support!
A very fine machine delivered and kindly followed up on. Excellent communication.
I am very happy with your excellent service thank you
very happy with my purchase very good quality prices are amazing very satisfied thank you
The whole process was great and the typewriter came packaged amazingly well. Arrived in perfect working order and with another ribbon. Such a great piece! Will definitely do more business with this shop!
Viskas gerai. Gavau tai ko norėjau.
The jacket was beautiful but arms soo short for me - so it made a good gift for a friend
The typewriter arrived from Europe to the US sooner than scheduled which was a wonderful surprise. It was carefully wrapped so there was no damage at all. It was exactly as shown in photos online. All of the keys and functions work perfectly and I’ve been using it regularly with no issue. Highly recommend this business if you’re looking for a stress-free vintage purchase!
Amazing Customer service. I would buy from this company again <3
A+++++ SELLER!!!! EXCELLENT shipping. Wonderful packaging. The item was perfectly as described. EXCEEDED expectations. I found it to be a tremendous value. Freaky fast shipping. 5-Star Trusted Seller!!!!! Great quality. Impeccable condition. Loved the value. Super perfect appearance !
Very grateful for my first typewriter and Evgeny's excellent customer service!
FABULOUS ... absolutely MARVELOUS! I thoroughly enjoyed my shopping experience from start to finish. The Seller left his door open for repeat and referral business! Thank you very kindly.
What customers think about the store
This vintage typewriter store specializes in meticulously restored machines shipped internationally with exceptional packaging. Customers praise fast delivery, professional restoration quality, excellent communication, and responsive customer service. The sell...