Hermes 3000 Typewriter with Qwerty Layout, 1968, Made in Switzerland, Fully Functional
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Model: Hermes 3000
Year: 1968
Origin: Made in Switzerland
Color: Seafoam Green
Keyboard Layout: QWERTY (English)
Pitch: 13 Characters Per Inch
Shift Mechanism: Basket / Segment Shift
Color Selector: Red / Half&Half / Black / Stencil
Line Spacer: 3 Levels
Tabulator: Yes
Touch Regulator: Yes
✨Price reduction due to minor cosmetic imperfections (see photos) that do not affect functionality.
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-Hermes 3000 typewriter
-Original carrying case
-Vintage metal spools
-New bi-color ribbon installed (used only for testing)
-Original cleaning brushs
-Detailed “How to Use” and Care Notes — covering ribbon replacement, cleaning tips, and maintenance to keep your machine typing smoothly for years
This Hermes 3000 in its iconic seafoam green finish and signature boxy silhouette dates to around 1968, representing, in my opinion, the absolute finest iteration of the Hermes 3000 series. This specific late-1960s generation pairs the updated angular housing with the most robust, reliable, and refined internal mechanics Paillard ever produced. Crafted in Switzerland by Paillard S.A., it reflects the brand’s long-standing reputation for precision engineering and exceptional build quality. Widely regarded as one of the best portable typewriters in history, the Hermes 3000 offers a remarkably smooth and responsive typing experience, complete with signature features such as the patented visible margin system and adjustable touch control. Its architectural form, paired with the cohesive seafoam green body and matching keycaps, gives it a bold yet timeless presence, a true culmination of mid-century Swiss design and mechanical craftsmanship.
This machine features a standard QWERTY (English) keyboard layout, complete with @, &, #, %, and two fraction keys. Please review the photos of the keyboard for additional special characters and symbols.
Hermes Elite features clean, well-balanced letterforms and exceptional readability. Crisp and versatile, it produces clear, professional-looking text that is equally suited to letters, journals, and everyday writing.
This machine is in good cosmetic condition, showing some scratch marks on the front panel and minor marks on the bottom. Please review the listing photos carefully. The platen knobs are 3D-printed new additions, and the rubber feet are brand new and extra grippy. A fresh layer of felt lining has also been added to the inner bottom of the machine. The current platen remains in good working condition, as shown in the typing sample, though there is an option to upgrade to a new rubber platen for an optimal typing experience. All keys, margins, tabulator, and ribbon functions operate properly. A detailed cleaning and full adjustments have been performed to ensure a smooth, responsive typing experience. The carrying case is fully functional, with marks consistent with its age. Finally, a new ribbon comes installed on a pair of vintage metal spools, and fresh replacement ribbons can be purchased separately.
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Estimated delivery:
Europe: 1–7 business days
US/Canada: 2-4 business days
Rest of world: 3–10 business days
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Noticeable defects are shown in the listing images. Please note that this is a vintage item, and minor signs of age or use may remain despite careful inspection.
