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 mechanical excellence. Renowned as the "Laptop of the 20th Century," this 1960s version is celebrated for its incredibly slim profile and "snappy" touch. Professionally cleaned and tested, this light grey machine is a unique fusion of minimalist mid-century aesthetics and high-precision engineering.
Specification
Details
Era
Late 1960s (Mid-Century Refined)
Manufacturer
E. Paillard & Cie (Yverdon, Switzerland)
Keyboard
Spanish QWERTY (Includes "Ñ" Key)
Mechanics
Fully Functional / Professionally Revised
Aesthetic State
Excellent / Original Light Grey & White
Serial Number
8236116 (Authentic & Verified)
Case
Original Snap-On Protective Case Included
Origin
Made in Switzerland
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in exceptional condition, featuring the clean light grey finish and a charming original dealer's sticker from "Goya - Material de Dibujo" in Bilbao, providing a wonderful touch of 1960s Spanish history. Mechanically, it strikes with the sturdy and crisp precision that Swiss-made machines are famous for. Every key responds with a fast, intentional action. Please consult the high-resolution photos to appreciate the remarkably clean lines of this professional-grade tool.
The Writer’s Choice
This is more than a gift; it is a sturdy legacy tool designed for a lifetime of stories. Whether you are a "digital nomad" seeking a distraction-free creative spark or a collector of high-end industrial design, the Hermes Baby is a unique investment.
The World's Slimmest: At only 8 cm tall, it fits into a backpack or briefcase with ease, making it the ultimate travel companion for the modern writer.
Swiss Watch Precision: Engineered by Paillard for a fast, responsive touch that remains the benchmark for portable machines.
Ready to Write: Freshly serviced and equipped with a new dual-tone ribbon for immediate creative work.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
Height: 8 cm (3.15”) — The ultimate ultra-portable profile.
Weight: 3.6 kg (7.9 lbs) — Optimized for effortless carry.
Footprint: 28 cm x 29 cm (11.02” x 11.41”)
🚀 Premium Express Delivery
We ship FAST & SECURE via FedEx. Your Hermes Baby is double-boxed and professionally cushioned with custom internal bracing to ensure this Swiss treasure arrives safely in 3-7 days.
✔️ FREE: European Union, UK, USA & Canada (3-7 Days Delivery)
✔️ Fixed Price Everywhere Else: 45$
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❤️ 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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