I like to do the occasional search of eBay listings. This afternoon I searched once more for "manual typewriter" and the results are shocking and consistent. The top listing was a 1957 Royal with the original ribbons (which I must assume are just for show these days). With 20ish minutes left in the auction, the one bid was for $50. Shipping from Ohio was $50 and change. Nutty.
I can't say that I nknow enough to buy one. I think I'll satart in pawn shows or shops (don't know if there's such a thing as a "pawn show"). Plus, tomorrow is the Christie's auction for Cormac McCarthy's Olivetti. I'll be watching. Click clack, um, moo?
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