Maritsa 22 | Arctic White | The Eastern Bloc Design Icon
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Regular price
$225.00
The Collector’s Choice for a Reliable Luxury Experience
The Maritsa 22 is a trusty and reliable manual typewriter, representing a unique chapter in European mechanical history. Based on the sophisticated designs of West German machines, the Maritsa 22 is celebrated for its incredibly slim profile and robust, all-metal chassis. Professionally cleaned and tested, this white machine offers a satisfying "clicky" feedback—all protected by its rare, original leather carrying case.
| Specification | Details |
| Era | 1970s (Mid-Century Modernist) |
| Manufacturer | Typewriter Works Plovdiv (Bulgaria) |
| Keyboard | Spanish QWERTY (Includes "Ñ" Key) |
| Mechanics | Fully Functional / Professionally Revised |
| Aesthetic State | Excellent / Original Arctic White Finish |
| Serial Number | 22027654 (Authentic & Verified) |
| Case | Original Luxury Leather Case Included |
| Origin | Bulgarian Craftsmanship |
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in exceptional condition, featuring the original off-white paint that maintains a clean, vintage luster. Mechanically, it strikes with an authoritative and fast response, a testament to its heavy-duty internal gears. This unit has been carefully revised and comes with its premium leather case, which has preserved the machine in beautiful condition. Please consult the high-resolution photos to appreciate the unique character of this European workhorse. The left Cap letters is not working, only the right one.
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 historian seeking a piece of Cold War heritage or a novelist looking for a slim, reliable desk companion, the Maritsa 22 is a unique investment.
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"Princess" DNA: Built using the blueprints of high-end German portables, ensuring professional-grade mechanics in a compact frame.
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Luxury Transport: The original leather case is a rare executive upgrade that adds a touch of 1970s sophistication to your travels.
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Ready to Write: Freshly serviced and equipped with a new dual-tone ribbon for immediate creative work.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
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Height: ~8 cm (3.15”) — One of the lowest profiles in the gallery.
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Weight: ~4.9 kg (10.8 lbs) — Substantial metal internals for a "no-walk" experience.
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Footprint: 31 cm x 32 cm (12.2” x 12.6”)
🚀 Premium Express Delivery
We ship FAST & SECURE via FedEx. Your Olivetti is double-boxed and professionally cushioned with custom internal bracing to ensure this teal 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$
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Excellent service. The typewriter was as described, and was sent carefully packaged to avoid damages.
Works perfectly! Arrived safely and well packaged.
Some universal ribbon spools may slip if they don't lock into the slot on the machine. I held mine in place with a Doonail sticker and everything is working perfectly.
Great shipping arrived as described.
This typewriter arrived earlier than expected, well wrapped and padded to ensure no damage, and exactly as shown in the photos and description. All of the keys and functions are working properly and smoothly. It came with two ribbons that are working perfectly. The case closes securely over the typewriter and the color is vibrant with very little wear and tear marks. The seller was very communicative along the way and delivered on everything promised. I’d highly recommend them to others!
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Evgeny was very attentive, the typewriter is in very good condition, at a reasonable price and he packed it very well for shipping. 10/10
The seller, Evgeny, was very responsive to messages and polite. The item was exactly as described and packaged extremely well. Would buy from this seller again!
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