Olivetti ICO MP1 Original Black Vintage Manual Typewriter, Serviced

About:

Olivetti started producing its MP1 (Modello Portatile 1) in 1932. This is known as the 'Ico' for 'Ingegnere Camillo Olivetti'- the founder of Olivetti. If you're looking for a small, portable and unique vintage manual typewriter, Olivetti Ico is for you! It's one of the smallest vintage manual typewriter, made in black, red, grey and brown- plus a few other colours (such as sky-blue) ordered by special clients.

Specifications:

Made in Italy in 1940s

Designed by Aldo Magnielli

Keyboard: QWERTY with additional Spanish Ñ

Colour: original matte black (crinkle paint)

Carrying case: no, only the wooden base

Ribbon: new ink ribbon installed

Reprinted instruction manual added

Weight: 5.7 kg

Dimensions- 32 x 30 x 12cm / ~ 12.6" x 11.8" x 4.7"

Condition:

All our typewriters are professionally serviced and restored to ensure top performance and classic appeal. Each machine undergoes a complete mechanical inspection, cleaning, and necessary adjustments ensuring smooth operation and reliability. Where needed, they are repainted to revive the original finish, giving them a fresh, durable look. Cleaned, restored, and in excellent working condition, our typewriters offer both vintage charm and dependable functionality, ready for immediate use or display.