Restoration is one of the fun things about collecting typewriters. You can take something that is a little rough and make it shine. I recently obtained an Underwood Universal and while it looks like it's in descent shape, I think it can look a little better.
In a series of posts I am going to take you step-by-step through the restoration process that I use to make this typewriter look awesome.
Let's start by looking at this particular Underwood Universal:
Part of the challenge for this restoration is the decal touch-up. I have a few new techniques I am going to try. I look forward to sharing all my tips and secrets with everyone in the Typosphere.
Next: Evaluation
Great! Looking forward to this series.
ReplyDeleteNice looking Underwood. I look forward to you series. My biggest fear is ruining a decal.
ReplyDeleteSweet Underwood!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to the series
*whips out pen and paper and maybe a pair of glasses*
Awww, I'm disappointed! I thought I was going to get to see the restoration, like, right now!!! I feel this way when a TV show announces, "continued next week"! Guess I'll just have to wait!
ReplyDeleteLooks pretty nice already.
ReplyDeleteDecals are something I know very little about. I look forward to learning.