#travelling typewriter

[boneskullravenriver]

The free write travelers are ridiculously expensive with added bells and whistles I don't need. Plus it looks freaking gigantic for no reason.

The reviews of that and the other one were... Meh.

This is why I feel like old tech kinda wins out in some respects.

Look at this chonk late 2000s beauty. I may not have used this in school (we were using actual desktop computers to learn how to type) but it gives me such a feeling of nostalgia because so many devices in the late 2000s and early 2010s had this sort of look. And the screen as well.

"I may not be pretty, but I get the job done 👍"

I got it in the mail yesterday after months of debating on whether or not to get it.

It's completely offline. I don't need some stupid cloud service bullshit or extra app or wifi. It runs on batteries and all I need is a cable that plugs into the device at the top, then the other end on the computer to transfer text. That's it. It's great.

Only thing I dislike is that there's no way to use italics or bold but I use asterisks to indicate when a word should be like that so after I transfer to my computer, I can fix everything up because this is more of a "on the go get everything down" sort of device as if you were writing in a notebook, I'll say. It's messy. The computer is for formatting and fixing lol.

Also, each file can hold 10k words. It's an old device, so the storage isn't as extensive as modern things but we'll see. I assume that once you hit 10k on one file it doesn't let you write anymore on that file. There's 8 files that you can switch to via the buttons on top.

I've been using it all day yesterday to type up chapters I'd written by hand and so far so good

[garfieldstim]

hihi! would it be possible to request a stimboard with sort of a general theme of letting go/moving on? generally comforting… im not sure if this makes sense so if you do it, feel free to take that as you wish~~ thank you!

'letting go & moving on' stimboard for anon

x x x / x x x / x x x

[kingofdorkville]

i've had 6 interviews.

[genofefavintage]

[rabbitcruiser]

National Typewriter Day

National Typewriter Day is June 23 and we’re using the day to celebrate the written word! Typewriters have a strong history in not only the world but throughout the United States as well. Even though they might not be as popular as our trusty laptop companions, they’re a fun and niche way to exercise your brain.

History of National Typewriter Day

To many, typewriters are a remnant of the past. Truth be told, the patent for the first typewriter was not granted until 1829. Even then, the first typewriter as we know it today wasn’t built until 1867 near Milwaukee.

At their peak, typewriters were essential and sometimes the only way of typing books, articles, and manuscripts neatly. Although they fell out of vogue in the 20th century, the rise in hipster culture has made for a renewed popularity among young people.

Even now, many famous writers use typewriters to hone their creative processes. For instance, George R.R. Martin, Quintin Tarantino, and Jhumpa Lahiri are all well-known typewriter advocates.

Although the typewriter is well past its heyday in terms of necessity and interest, nowadays the restoration of typewriters is a niche yet successful industry. Just recently, a light blue Olivetti Lettera 32 sold for over $254,000. Now that’s something to write home about!

National Typewriter Day timeline

1575The Invention of ‘La Scrittura Tattile’

Italian printmaker Francesco Rampazetto invents ‘la scrittura tattile’ (the tactile writer) as a machine to quickly press letters into paper.

1843Charles Thurber Helps the Blind

American Charles Thurber invents a basic typing machine with the express aim of aiding the blind in communication.

1867The First Commercial Typewriter is Built

Christopher Latham Sholes and Carlos Glidden produce the first widely successful commercial typewriter near Milwaukee, Wisconsin.

21st centuryThe Typewriter’s Legacy

Although less popular, remnants of the typewriter, like the QWERTY keyboard and the term ‘backspace,’ still exist in modern life.

National Typewriter Day FAQs

How do typewriters work?

As paper is fed through a roller, the typist clacks a letter to have it dipped against the ink ribbon and onto the piece of paper. Just like a 26-piece stamp set!

Where can I buy a typewriter?

If you’re interested in a new hobby or in embellishing a writing habit, you can often find previously-loved typewriters in thrift stores and antique shops. For a cheaper one, check online.

Are typewriters still used professionally?

Many people who do not have access to consistent electricity use typewriters as a foolproof way to type. In a court setting, a stenographer uses a type of typewriter.

How to Celebrate National Typewriter Day

Find a typewriter

Read something

Write something

Typewriters can be found all over, from thrift stores to your grandparents’ attic. The act of finding one is a fun event in itself. Plus, if your family member has one stowed away, it can be a valuable bonding session between you two.

Even if physically having a typewriter isn’t an option, it’s still easy to celebrate. Pick up your favorite book, newspaper, or magazine and devote some time to reading it. Bonus points if your material was originally written with a typewriter!

Finally, take some time to write something. From a typewriter, to a computer, to a pencil, writing can be a soothing exercise that can help you flex your creative muscles. You could even have a friend over to write a story together.

5 Typewriter Facts To Discover Today

Ray Bradbury didn’t own a typewriter

Richard Brautigan loved them

Mark Twain was a trendsetter

Tom Hanks is a fanatic.

Ernest Hemingway was fidgety

In order to write his 1953 book “Fahrenheit 451,” Ray Bradbury used a typewriter rented from the library at UCLA.

Author Richard Brautigan says he thinks of entire stories in his head beforehand and then types them out all at once at almost 100 words per minute.

Mark Twain was the first author to showcase a typewritten book manuscript in “Life on the Mississippi,” published in 1883.

Actor Tom Hanks is an avid and well-known collector of old-school typewriters.

Ernest Hemingway was known to set his typewriter on a high bookshelf and write his stories standing up.

Why We Love National Typewriter Day

It’s easy to learn about history.

Writing brings people together

Typewriters are interesting

Because of their historical nature, typewriters are a wonderful gateway into the world of the past. And if you celebrate by simply reading, it’s easy to learn a thing or two from books.

At its core, writing brings people together from all backgrounds. Just imagine how many people have lost themselves in the same written world that you’re exploring right now!

When using a typewriter, you can’t help but be entranced by the intricacy of the machine in front of you. How exactly is it that all those moving parts and sounds create such amazing books?

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[fabio-27125]

This is my Olympia Traveller de Luxe typewriter from 1983, but the design was originally from the 60’s.

[arctic-hands]

I've gone mad with power ever since I installed KOreader on my Pocketbook ereader even tho I'm a tech dummy, now I'm trying to find a third-party word processor app that I can put it on so I can actually have a portable e-ink writerDeck

[ch-postal-company]

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[gildedeyedgirl]

original art and poetry by me,

s.a.poetess on IG 💫

[syncrovoid-presents]

Typewriter Acquired!

Guess what I now have? A type writer!! I found it at a thrift store and it seems to be working so far. I'm going to be fixing it up but it's pretty neat!

If anyone's got tips or knows what model it is please let me know!

[the-wanderer-returns]

[everydaymandalei]

The pandemic gets me down and makes me feel like extended concentration hurts (also, hi ADHD). I used to do these massive quilting projects where I'd hyperfocus, but lately I just ain't got it with managing all the other stuff, so this is my little art project. I get three lines, a typewriter I picked up at some random antique store with an old tape and sticky keys. No do-overs, and it comes out how it comes out. I'll add sketches if the spirit moves, starting in pencil and then over the top with fountain pen. I don't tie myself to doing it every day, so I'll do a bunch at once if I fall behind. Then I snip and paste into my passport size traveler's notebook.

[lerefugedeluza]

[vintage-tigre]

[joch22]

[heartlandians]

Misc props from the Heartland Auction