Hermes Baby | Arctic White | Swiss-Made Ultra-Portable Icon (1970s)
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The Collector’s Choice for a Reliable Luxury Experience
The Hermes Baby is a trusty and reliable manual typewriter, representing the absolute gold standard of Swiss engineering. This 1977 model (Serial 9470487) captures the essence of the "Jet Set" era—designed to be the slimmest, lightest, and most dependable travel companion for the world's most demanding writers. Professionally cleaned and tested, this rare Smooth White unit maintains a stunning aesthetic with only tiny, honest signs of usage that certify its 60-year heritage.
| Specification | Details |
| Year of Production | 1977 (The Golden Era of Paillard S.A.) |
| Manufacturer | E. Paillard & Cie S.A. (Yverdon, Switzerland) |
| Keyboard | Spanish QWERTY (Includes "Ñ" Key) |
| Mechanics | Fully Functional / Working Excellent |
| Aesthetic State | Excellent / Smooth White Finish |
| Serial Number | 9470487 (Authentic & Verified) |
| Case | Original Plastic "Snap-on" Case Included |
| Origin | Swiss Precision Engineering |
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in excellent condition, featuring the rare smooth white finish which remains bright and sophisticated. There are tiny, negligible signs of usage consistent with its history as a portable tool, adding to its authentic vintage character. Mechanically, it operates with the legendary "buttery" smoothness that made the 1977 production run famous; every key has been tested for a crisp, fast return. This unit comes complete with its original plastic protective case, making it a museum-quality example of the world's most famous ultra-portable.
The Writer’s Choice
This is more than a gift; it is a sturdy legacy tool for a lifetime of stories. Whether you are a poet seeking a distraction-free partner for the road or a collector of high-end mid-century Swiss design, the 1967 Hermes Baby is a unique investment.
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1977 Heritage: Produced during a peak year for Swiss quality control, ensuring a mechanical life that spans generations.
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The World's Slimmest: At just 6 cm tall, it remains the most space-efficient manual typewriter ever engineered.
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Swiss Mechanical Soul: Known for its signature "mint" keys and a carriage movement that is as silent as it is precise.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
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Height: ~6 cm (2.36”) — The absolute limit of typewriter portability.
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Weight: ~3.8 kg (8.3 lbs) — Durable all-metal construction.
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Footprint: 28 cm x 29 cm (11.0” x 11.4”)
🚀 Premium Express Delivery
We ship FAST & SECURE via FedEx. Your Hermes is double-boxed and professionally cushioned with custom internal bracing to ensure this 1967 Swiss treasure arrives safely in 3-7 days.
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✔️ FREE: European Union, UK, USA & Canada (3-7 Days Delivery)
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✔️ 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! ✅
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Estimated delivery time 3-7 days
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A very fine machine delivered and kindly followed up on. Excellent communication.
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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!
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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!
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