The Golden Age of Typewriter Evolution: 1870 to 1970

Typewriters from John Wherry's Collection


1924 Remington #6 Noiseless
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1924 Remington #6 Noiseless

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Note the type pressure adjusting dial on the top front of the machine.

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Bakelite noise reducing cover

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Carriage return strap has been replaced.

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Shiny metal platen is clearly visible here.

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The thrust action of the key levers produces a quieter impact and less noise than conventional typewriters.

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A thrust-action key can be seen here sliding straight forward to impact the ribbon.

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Thrust action of the key levers is shown here.

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Serial number XR212682

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Bottom view of mechanism