Continental Silenta - Typewriter - 1940-1950
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Continental Silenta mechanical typewriter with a metal black case, approximately 38 cm wide, 28 cm high and 40 cm deep, built in Germany by Wanderer-Werke AG (former Winklhofer & Jaenicke), circa 1944, model Continental Silenta, in good used condition with minor signs of aging and stains, and working with a new ribbon.
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Continental Silenta – a classic typewriter in excellent condition
A beautiful Continental Silenta typewriter, an iconic and stylish piece of writing technology from days gone by. This typewriter is not only a functional device, but also an atmospheric decorative object for lovers of vintage machinery, collectors, and writers.
Main features
- Brand: Continental made by Wanderer-Werke AG (formerly Winklhofer & Jaenicke).
Chemnitz, Germany.
- Model: Continental Silenta
- beautiful patina color that indicates age and wear.
Type: Mechanical typewriter
- Condition: Used condition; year of manufacture around 1944
- Serial number: 766784
- Functional: The keys respond well, supplied with a new type ribbon.
- feature: The model 'Silenta' (Italian for quiet) was designed to minimize noise, an innovation in
that time.
This Continental Silenta is a beautiful example of German reliability and classic design. The sleek mechanical feel, the solid metal housing, and the characteristic typeface make this typewriter a pleasure to work with or to display. The machine has been cleaned, tested and is ready to use.
Well packed, insured, shipped.
Continental Silenta – a classic typewriter in excellent condition
A beautiful Continental Silenta typewriter, an iconic and stylish piece of writing technology from days gone by. This typewriter is not only a functional device, but also an atmospheric decorative object for lovers of vintage machinery, collectors, and writers.
Main features
- Brand: Continental made by Wanderer-Werke AG (formerly Winklhofer & Jaenicke).
Chemnitz, Germany.
- Model: Continental Silenta
- beautiful patina color that indicates age and wear.
Type: Mechanical typewriter
- Condition: Used condition; year of manufacture around 1944
- Serial number: 766784
- Functional: The keys respond well, supplied with a new type ribbon.
- feature: The model 'Silenta' (Italian for quiet) was designed to minimize noise, an innovation in
that time.
This Continental Silenta is a beautiful example of German reliability and classic design. The sleek mechanical feel, the solid metal housing, and the characteristic typeface make this typewriter a pleasure to work with or to display. The machine has been cleaned, tested and is ready to use.
Well packed, insured, shipped.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
15 kg
No. of items
1
Country of Origin
Germany
Material
Metal
Model
Continental Silenta
Style
Mid-century modern
Colour
Black
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
28 cm
Width
38 cm
Depth
40 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated Period
1940-1950
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