Corona 1912 WW1 Field Typewriter
Ths Corona No. 3 Field typewriter.
The Corona 3 was created by the Standard Typewriter Company in 1912 and quickly became one of the most successful portable typewriters ever made.
It was in production for nearly 30 years and ended in 1941.
The machine had a compact size and lightweight construction which made it ideal for writers on the move. It was used heavily by the British Army who adopted it during WWI, and it became a favorite among journalists, authors, and war correspondents who needed a reliable tool in the field.
The design had a Hammond Folding to help make it compact and a great all-around portable typewriter;by folding in half and fits snugly in the solid wooden case.
Ernest Hemingway first used a Corona No. 3 in 1921, composing the Nick Adams stories on it. He famously declared it “The only psychiatrist I will ever submit to!” Other notable users included Agatha Christie and Sinclair Lewis.
Dimensions:
- Width: 29 cm = 11.4 inches
- Depth: 25 cm = 9.8 inches
- Height: 12 cm = 4.7 inches
- Weight: 9-3/4 pounds with case
- 6-3/4 pounds without case.
Prices are for reference when you’re buying and not necessarily a “For Sale” price.
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