Torpedo 12 - Weilwerke Akt.-Ges. Frankfurt A. M. - Typewriter - 1920-1930

04
days
17
hours
28
minutes
24
seconds
Current bid
€ 1
No reserve price
Francisco Álvarez
Expert
Selected by Francisco Álvarez

Acquired extensive antiques knowledge through renovation works and running own antiques shop.

Estimate  € 130 - € 200
IT
€1

Catawiki Buyer Protection

Your payment’s safe with us until you receive your object.View details

Trustpilot 4.4 | 145414 reviews

Rated Excellent on Trustpilot.

Torpedo 12, manufactured by Weilwerke A.G. in Frankfurt am Main, Germany, is a vintage mechanical typewriter in good used condition with minor signs of age, weighing 5.9 kg and measuring 31 cm wide by 9 cm high by 33 cm deep.

AI-assisted summary

Description from the seller

antique Torpedo-brand typewriter (model Torpedo 12), manufactured in Germany by Weilwerke Akt.-Ges. in Frankfurt am Main during the 1920s or 1930s.

It's in good condition although it needs a service/overhaul, ideal for a collector or even for decor.

Main features:

• Brand and manufacturer: Torpedo (Weilwerke A.G., Frankfurt am Main).
• Model: Torpedo 12 (characterized by its compact period design and German QWERTZ keyboard).
• Color and finish: Black glossy metal case with circular keys with metal-edged borders and light centers.
• Condition: Vintage mechanical collectible piece.

antique Torpedo-brand typewriter (model Torpedo 12), manufactured in Germany by Weilwerke Akt.-Ges. in Frankfurt am Main during the 1920s or 1930s.

It's in good condition although it needs a service/overhaul, ideal for a collector or even for decor.

Main features:

• Brand and manufacturer: Torpedo (Weilwerke A.G., Frankfurt am Main).
• Model: Torpedo 12 (characterized by its compact period design and German QWERTZ keyboard).
• Color and finish: Black glossy metal case with circular keys with metal-edged borders and light centers.
• Condition: Vintage mechanical collectible piece.

Details

Era
1900-2000
Weight
5.9 kg
Country of origin
Germany
Material
Steel
Manufacturer/ Brand
Torpedo 12 - Weilwerke Akt.-Ges. Frankfurt A. M.
Condition
Good condition - used with small signs of aging & blemishes
Height
9 cm
Width
31 cm
Depth
33 cm
In Working Order
Yes
Estimated period
1920-1930
Spain (Mainland & Balearic Islands)Verified
468
Objects sold
100%
Private

Similar objects

  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​

For you in

Vintage & Industrial Furniture

  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​
  • ​
    ​
    ​