A fully functional and serviced Smith-Corona Galaxie Deluxe from the late 1960s combines dependable American engineering with the distinctive styling of a classic manual portable. The Galaxie series carried forward the engineering tradition established by Smith-Corona’s celebrated Silent-Super, widely regarded as one of the finest manual portable typewriters ever made in the United States. The Galaxie Deluxe brought that legacy into a more modern design, retaining the practical performance and responsive typing action that made Smith-Corona a leading name in American typewriter manufacturing.
This machine features a striking blue body, contrasting ivory-colored panels, and bright white keys. Its squared contours and streamlined profile reflect the changing industrial design of the late 1960s, giving it a clean, purposeful appearance. The combination of cool blue and ivory creates a distinctive vintage look that stands out among more common portable typewriters.
The Galaxie Deluxe was designed as a capable everyday writing machine, with a well-arranged keyboard, practical controls, and dependable mechanical operation. Its straightforward design and familiar tactile key action reflect Smith-Corona’s longstanding reputation for producing durable, user-friendly manual typewriters.
Fitted with the Cursive/Script No. 75 typeface, this machine produces flowing, handwritten-style lettering that gives typed text a distinctive, personal character. With 12-character-per-inch spacing, the script is compact and refined while maintaining its elegant cursive appearance. Due to the nature of this specialty typeface, the machine must be used with a solid-color ribbon, rather than a two-color ribbon.
A distinctive Smith-Corona Galaxie Deluxe combining the heritage of the celebrated Silent-Super, classic American engineering, blue-and-ivory styling, and the uncommon Cursive/Script No. 75 typeface. Its elegant script lettering and recognizable late-1960s design make this a memorable variation of Smith-Corona’s enduring manual portable lineup.
Serviced by Adam Brooks of Brooksaw Antiques, an experienced typewriter technician with over seven years in the field and a trusted name among collectors and enthusiasts for quality restoration, precision service, and dependable workmanship. Servicing vintage typewriters involves a series of steps to restore it to optimal working condition, ensuring smooth operation and longevity. Here’s a summary of what’s typically done:
Inspection: The process starts with a thorough check of all components—keys, typebars, carriage, platen, ribbon mechanism, and springs—to identify wear, damage, or stuck parts.
Cleaning: Decades of dust, ink, and grime are removed. A soft brush and compressed air clear out debris from the typebars and chassis. Keytops are wiped down, and the platen (rubber roller) is cleaned with a mild solvent to restore grip. Harsh chemicals are avoided to protect metal and rubber.
Lubrication: Moving parts—like the carriage rails, typebar pivots, and shift mechanism—are lightly lubricated with typewriter-specific oil.
Adjustments: Alignment is key. Typebars are adjusted to strike evenly, ensuring crisp impressions. The carriage tension is checked, and the escapement (which controls letter spacing) is fine-tuned.
Repairs: Worn or broken parts—like springs, screws, or rubber feet—are replaced. A brand new universal ink ribbon is installed, which is easily replaceable and widely available on most online platforms.
Testing: The typewriter is typed on extensively—every key, shift, spacebar, and return—to confirm smooth action, proper alignment, and consistent ink delivery. Any sluggishness (e.g., sticky keys) is addressed by revisiting problem areas.
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