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Patented Thrust Action
Engineered with a unique mechanism that presses type gently against the platen rather than striking it.
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01 / 03Remington Rand Noiseless Portable Typewriter — photograph 2
Highlights
Why this object
still matters.
This Remington Rand Noiseless Portable typewriter features a black crinkle-finished metal frame and an enclosed thrust-action typing mechanism. Fitted with a four-bank keyboard of circular black keytops and a flat horizontal carriage return arm, it bears vintage branding across the paper table and front ribbon cover.
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Textured Crinkle Finish
Durable industrial crinkle black paint applied to resist glare and wear during heavy daily typing.
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Four-Bank Key Layout
Full standard four-row keyboard fitted with rounded vintage keytops and integrated shift locks.
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Low-Profile Carriage Return
Equipped with a forward-reaching chrome return lever designed for compact storage in a carrying case.
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Enclosed Ribbon Spools
Shaped metal cowling covers the ribbon spools and internal linkages for sleek styling and quiet typing.
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Authentic Patina
Preserves genuine historical weathering, metal exposure, and factory brandings from decades of use.
Specifications
The useful facts,
clearly recorded.
Measurements, construction, identity, and seller-supplied details are kept together for direct comparison.
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Maker
Remington Rand Inc.
Origin
United States
Year
1931
Department
typewriters
Packed shipment
6 kg · 45 × 35 × 25 cm
Manufacturer
Remington Rand Inc.
Model
Noiseless Portable
Keyboard Layout
Four-bank QWERTY with round black keytops
Action Mechanism
Noiseless thrust-action linkage
Finish
Black crinkle / wrinkle textured lacquer
Serial Number
Not visible in photographs
Details
Close inspection,
recorded in photographs.
Detail № 01 · Remington Rand Noiseless Portable Typewriter — photograph 1
Detail № 02 · Remington Rand Noiseless Portable Typewriter — photograph 3
Heritage
A traceable life,
carefully recorded.
Provenance documentation was not supplied for this specific Remington Rand Noiseless Portable Typewriter; this listing is based on the supplied photographs only.
Acoustic Engineering
Quiet Precision in Offices
Visible in the front view, the distinctive rounded hood encloses an innovative counterbalanced typing movement engineered to eliminate sharp percussive clatter in shared office spaces and home studies.
Industrial Craftsmanship
The Evolution of the Portable
Shown from the side profile, the machine's robust cast frame and forward-sloping architecture allowed writers to transport reliable, quiet mechanical typewriting anywhere without sacrificing desktop stability. That specificity gives the buyer a traceable, emotionally resonant piece of United States design history rather than a generic decorative substitute.
Timeline
An object in time,
one continuous story.
1927
Formation of Remington Rand
Remington Typewriter Company merged with Rand Kardex Bureau to form Remington Rand Inc.
1931
Noiseless Portable Introduced
Remington launched its compact portable utilizing patented deceleration thrust-action typing mechanics.
1935
Production Refinements
Subsequent variations introduced streamlined cowlings and distinct model numbering including the Model 7.
1942
Wartime Reallocation
Commercial typewriter assembly gave way to wartime supply manufacturing across Remington Rand plants.
Condition
Honest wear,
documented clearly.
The typewriter displays authentic age-related wear, including paint loss and visible surface oxidation on the lower front frame and side edges. Decals on both the paper table and ribbon cover exhibit partial flaking and fading. The keytops, carriage assembly, and platen knobs remain intact with light patina and cosmetic dust accumulation throughout.
✓
InspectedFrame & Finish
Noticeable rubbing, chip marks, and oxidation are present along the forward perimeter rail and lower casing.
✓
InspectedBranding & Lettering
The 'REMINGTON RAND' and 'REMINGTON NOISELESS' text show localized wear and missing letters from handling.
✓
InspectedKeyboard Assembly
The round keytops are intact with readable lettering, showing mild surface grime consistent with age.
✓
InspectedMechanical & Brightwork
The chrome return arm and platen knobs are securely mounted, showing light tarnishing and minor scuffs.
Logistics
Inspected, insured,
door to door.
Step 01
Delivery
Inspected, photographed, and packed with its condition report.
Step 02
Shipping
Custom-fit protective packing with tracked, insured courier service.
Step 03
Returns
Return requests are accepted within fourteen days of confirmed delivery.
Step 04
Dispatch
Prepared for courier handoff within three to five business days.
Acquisition
Make it part of
your collection.
Contact the seller for more information or to discuss this object.
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Remington Rand Noiseless Portable Typewriter