Working Red Silver Reed Silverette II Typewriter | Japanese Portable
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Silver Reed Silverette II | Racing Red | Japanese Space-Age Icon
The Collector’s Choice for a Reliable Luxury Experience
The Silver Reed Silverette II is a trusty and reliable manual typewriter, representing the absolute peak of Japanese compact engineering. Celebrated for its ultra-slim "briefcase" profile and robust mechanical action, the Silverette series was designed for writers who refuse to sacrifice style for performance. Professionally cleaned and tested, this stunning red machine offers a light and responsive "short-stroke" touch—perfect for the creative on the move.
| Specification | Details |
| Era | Late 1970s (Space Age / Modernist) |
| Manufacturer | Silver Seiko (Made in Japan) |
| Keyboard | Spanish QWERTY (Includes "Ñ" Key) |
| Mechanics | Fully Functional / Professionally Revised |
| Aesthetic State | Excellent / Vibrant Racing Red Finish |
| Case | Original Matching Protective Case Included |
| Origin | Japanese Precision Engineering |
Detailed Condition Note
The aesthetic is in exceptional condition, with the Racing Red finish maintaining its original high-gloss intensity and professional luster. Mechanically, it strikes with a fast, snappy action characteristic of Silver Seiko’s "Silverette" line—offering a tactile response that is very satisfying for fast typists. This unit has been carefully revised and comes complete with its original protective case. Please consult the high-resolution photos to appreciate the remarkably clean state of this tool, one thing is missing is the left margin which does not work, everything else great.
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 novelist seeking a distraction-free partner or a collector of bold mid-century industrial design, the Silverette II is a unique investment.
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Bold Modernist Aesthetic: The Racing Red and black palette is an iconic design favorite, making it a centerpiece for any creative workspace.
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Ultra-Slim Portability: One of the most compact all-metal machines ever produced, designed to be as portable as a modern laptop.
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Japanese Engineering: Built by Silver Seiko, a brand synonymous with mechanical reliability and smooth carriage movement.
📏 Dimensions & Build:
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Height: ~8 cm (3.15”) — One of the lowest profiles in typewriter history.
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Weight: ~4.2 kg (9.26 lbs) — Durable metal construction in a lightweight package.
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Footprint: 29 cm x 30 cm (11.4” x 11.8”)
🚀 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$
(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
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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.
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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 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
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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.
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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...