Imperial Safari Typewriter | Blue & White Portable Manual Typewriter | Spanish QWERTY | Serial S49 056912
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✨ Imperial Safari Portable Manual Typewriter
A striking example of 1970s portable typewriter design, this Imperial Safari combines reliability, practicality, and eye-catching styling in a beautiful blue and white color scheme. Manufactured during the golden age of portable writing machines, the Safari became popular for its durable mechanics, comfortable typing action, and distinctive modern appearance.
This particular machine features the desirable Spanish QWERTY keyboard layout and remains in excellent condition. Fully tested and working perfectly, it delivers crisp impressions in both black and red while retaining its original vintage character.
Condition Report & Authenticity
· Mechanical State: Fully working condition. Keyboard, carriage movement, return lever, ribbon advance, margins, and spacing systems operate correctly.
· Typing Performance: Produces clean, strong impressions in both black and red.
· Aesthetic State: Excellent vintage condition. The blue and white body panels remain very well preserved with only a few minor cosmetic marks consistent with age and careful use.
· Originality: Genuine Imperial Safari portable typewriter.
Included Accessories
✔ New black/red universal ribbon installed
✔ Extra universal ribbon included
Technical Specifications
· Model: Imperial Safari
· Serial Number: S49 056912
· Era: 1970s
· Keyboard Layout: Spanish QWERTY
· Color: Blue & White
· Typing Colors: Black & Red
· Portable Manual Typewriter
Why Choose the Imperial Safari?
The Imperial Safari is appreciated for its robust construction, smooth typing action, and distinctive retro styling. Unlike many portable machines of the era, it combines durability with a comfortable typing experience, making it equally attractive for collectors, writers, and everyday use.
Perfect for:
✔ Writers and journalists
✔ Vintage typewriter collectors
✔ Spanish-speaking users
✔ Home office décor
✔ Film and photography props
✔ Creative writing enthusiasts
✔ Unique vintage gifts
Its vibrant blue finish, Spanish keyboard layout, excellent condition, and fully working mechanics make it a wonderful addition to any collection.
📏 Dimensions (without case):
✔ Weight: 6.4 kg (14.1 lbs)
✔ Length: 35 cm (13.8")
✔ Width: 33 cm (13")
✔ Height: 12 cm (4.7")
⏳ Well-preserved Imperial Safari typewriters are becoming increasingly difficult to find, especially in attractive colors and fully operational condition.
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Estimated delivery time 3-7 days
Let customers speak for us
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.
Exactly as described. Going to be a fantastic gift for the writer in the family. Excellent attention to contact and questions.
These are the best typewriters on the market today. Meticulously restored, and cleaned, and they are working like they are brand new. I've bought two so far and will buy more from here in the future!
This is a gorgeous typewriter and looks brand new.
I am delighted with my rare Pluma 22 typewriter. It arrived in timely fashion, well-packed, and in full working order with its case and cover and two working ribbons. The price was not cheap, but reasonable for a typer that rarely turns up in the UK, and in full working condition despite being from the late 1960s. Seller was helpful. Only issue, if you're buying from the UK, they send via FedEx who will charge you a hefty tax and handling fee of 20-25%, so you need to factor this into the price if you're buying from another country. Seller did provide a discount to ease that blow. I'm very happy with my typewriter and would buy from them again.
El RastronAntiques did a fantastic job of describing their typewriter and delivering it. Lots of communication along the way assured me that they are reliable and that my item would arrive as expected.
My typewriter arrived as promised; quickly and in working order.
It looks brand new! From Spain to North Carolina, I’m happily amazed.
Olympia Traveller Deluxe, German, 1970s, securely packed, arrived intact and in perfect working order, reconditioned like new, a fully working antique, a small machine that meets my immediate need, making a one-off micro-book of 100 of my own haikus, written for this express purpose, arranged in used teabags sealed in beeswax and bound in cloth covers.
Great service and communication. Superb packing and delivery.
This is a beautiful antique. I am so pleased with this typewriter. I will treasure it- and write so many letters!
Amazing machine, packaging and great dealing with will buy again in the future!!! Amazing super happy
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