1950 Remington SuperWriter Typewriter (Goodbye Old Friend)

[@billogle4776]

Happy Memories working with Remington as a typewriter mechanic, both on the bench and carrying the tool bag . Remingtons were very easy to work on and very responsive to adjustments

[@HNXMedia]

Well, I have to admit that I am honored that a true typewriter mechanic would stumble across my video. I hope I did this beautiful machine justice. This one went to a good home (I was told it was a gift to a young lady who is an aspiring writer). The only one left in my previous collection is an Underwood Noiseless (1935). Sits in my home office/studio. The complicated simplicity of these things speak to me. Thanks for watching and raking the time to comment. And thank you for your years of service keeping these things running for another generation.

[@billogle4776]

This model was known in Australia as the SJ, th SJ was a little different in as much as the back plate was hel on by longish shank screws each side, the escapement block differed in the position of the tab brake, the ribbon colour selector was the same black-centre (to get maximum usage from an all black ribbon, and stencil. Remington from the J (model 17) onwards were well designed and easy to work on, each function was a stand alone function integrated and synchronized to make the machine . Your posting gave a lot pleasure and brought back many memories, many thanks. PS you did need more tools than you described.

[@HNXMedia]

Thanks for watching and adding valuable information to the discussion. It is always good when a true aficionado can help "fill in the blanks" about an antique piece like this. I only have one classic type writer like this left in my studio and I think I will feature it in a future video (it has been in the "background" of several). If you happen to see that video in the future, please add any information you may have about that one as well. Stay safe. Peace.

[@billogle4776]

@@HNXMedia Just clicked on subscribe. Like to help where I can, don't like to see the trade die and get a bit twitchy when I see the "experts" airing their assumed knowledge

[@HNXMedia]

@@billogle4776 Thanks, that is very much appreciated. I am certainly not an expert on anything (I think my channel proves that). Stay well and I hope you find some entertainment in the random nature of my videos. The other typewriter one will be coming soon!

[@RuffCut]

its beautiful....precision machine...I love it. I remember Superman sitting down and typing!

[@HNXMedia]

The beauty of these old machines is in the intricacy with which they were pout together. I have no idea how someone's mind can work like that to design such a thing. To me it's amazing. Peace.

[@RuffCut]

@@HNXMedia yes Sir it really is

[@someonespadre]

My plywood table top looks like yours, paint overspray. I have a 1955 Office-Riter and a 1957 Quiet-Riter. Now I need a Super-Riter. Yours has the key margin control. On the Remington portables the S/N is under the ribbon cover, right side, on the ribbon cup. I clean type faces using CRC contact cleaner, blasts the ink right out of there.

[@JB-uv4hm]

If they made the Q-R, L-R and the S-R in "sea foam" something, they'd be selling hot on ebay.

[@BillGoudy]

That is a beauty!! ;-)

[@HNXMedia]

So very true.

[@carlclark1757]

I have a couple of these and I'm impressed with how well-designed they are - rugged, but not fancy - and how easy they are to work on. But when did the spring-mounted back panel change? Neither my '56 nor my '59 has that, and it would be so much easier to get into the back!

[@HNXMedia]

Not sure when that became part of the design. I loved having this thing but had to downsize. The only one I kept was my 1933 Underwood.

[@Rivr5710]

Hello, I’m wondering how to clean my typewriter that was given to me that was kept in the garage for over 60 years. What would you advise?

[@HNXMedia]

With something like that, I would start with compressed air and get all the dust out of every spot you can. Remove the old ribbon (if it is there) and see if you can order a replacement. Then begin wiping down with a damp microfiber cloth. If it is "dirty" use a little diluted Dawn dish soap on the cloth. Blow it off again with an air compressor and make sure there is no dampness left behind. Then go over most of the metal "working parts" with a very light 3-in-1 oil (not WD40). Get all the parts moving fluidly (none of the keys sticking) and then just repeat the process as necessary. If it is a smooth finish case, you can even buff it with a nice carnauba wax (just like you would a car). If it is a "textured" case, just keep cleaning it with the diluted Dawn until it comes clean. Do not use anything aggressive on the key surfaces or you will rub-off/damage the letters. It is all about patience, but in the end, these things were designed as hard working machines, so you clean/oil them the same. Don't let the age fool you, they are not "delicate" devices. You can get in their with a toothbrush if necessary, just make sure any dampness is gone and the parts are lightly oiled before you consider the job done. Hope I didn't ramble too much. Hope this helps.

[@frankpriegue997]

Did this machine go to a good home? I have 3 Quiet Riters

[@HNXMedia]

I sure hope so. A guy bought it for his fiance who is an aspiring writer. The last one I have is is my 1935 Underwood Noiseless. It is the most sentimental, but it too will need to be sold before I relocate int he next few years.

[@HarshmanHills]

I miss the sound sometimes

[@HNXMedia]

It is remarkably peaceful once you get into it.