Up for sale is a beautiful, working 1971 Adler Tippa S manual portable typewriter. Made in West Germany/Europe, this ultra-compact "flat top" model is highly sought after by writers and collectors for its sleek, lightweight design and excellent portability.
Condition & Functionality
Mechanically Tested: Every single key strikes, advances, and returns smoothly without sticking or binding.Typeface Style:
Features the desirable, crisp Modern Pica (#67) font styling at 10 characters per inch (CPI).Font Sample: Included in the photos is an actual typing test from this exact machine showing intact, undamaged metal type slugs and clear text.
Ribbon: The current ink ribbon is dry and types a bit light (as seen in the sample). It will need a standard universal replacement twin-spool ribbon soon to achieve maximum dark black text.
Cosmetics: Very clean overall with minor age-appropriate wear. No cracked plastic panels or missing switches.