1960 Hermes Rocket Portable Typewriter

Works. Lid gets stuck on left side until you push the lid slightly to the right. The *- key sticks. There seems to be a problem with the escapement in which the carriage jumps to the end after character position 80 or so. See description and video link for details.

[@loveisall5520]

I owned this along with a Baby for many years, eventually gave it away. I used them in my college days in the 70's (when they were cheap to buy!) to strap on my bicycle for touring and tent camping. However, I type over 100wpm and for anything other than that it's really not suited. Gave both away to teenagers who love them for their size and technology.

[@isabelwoolf]

This is one gorgeous typewriter! Thanks so much for the vid. Really helps in my search for a portable typewriter. How would you comment on the actual typing experience with this?

[@Biyer11]

I got one today. It types like a dream! But the only thing that I find difficult is the carriage return lever. It is small and does not give me the same feel that a long lever does in pushing back the carriage.

[@brettmanuel3440]

Looks like you use 2 pieces of paper to protect that platters - good going!

[@antigoseraros]

Linda

[@PedalBikerUK]

And the conclusion is..... it’s faulty ☹️

[@Thebluechickjewelry]

Typewriters

[@user-np7sg3dv1v]

How much cost this

[@geniosquarepants8399]

learn to type with more than 1 finger... it's not that hard

[@istoleyourcoffee]

Touch typing on a typewriter is not the funnest. Single finger typing is the best way to guarantee that you get a hard press of the letter lol