Original Item: Only One Available. Now this is something we have only had once before: an original German WWII Schutzstaffel (SS) typewriter! This is a ROBUST model, made by OLYMPIA BROMASCHINENWERKE AG. ERFURT (Olympia Office Machine Works Co), as noted on the label inside of the transit chest. There is also the script logo Olympia on the typewriter itself, which is marked on the bottom with serial number 407267. The typewriter seems to be fully functional, though it is missing the top of the advance button on the rear right. Also, the ribbon is definitely in need of replacement, and overall it could use a servicing.

Now, the question most have is \”what makes this an SS typewriter?\”. That would be the \”shift\” position shown on the machines key for 5, which is the double Sig rune emblem of the SS: . The striker itself has this on it, and it is definitely the original one. Very few of these survived the war intact, as most were modified for use post war with replacement of the key and striker.

This Typewriter comes complete with it\’s original wooden transit chest, with an inner label reading KURZE ERKLRUNG DER OLYMPIA ROBUST (Short Explanation of Olympia ROBUST) on the inside of the lid. The chest, measuring 15\” x 14\” x 6 1/2\”,still retains a lot of the original olive green paint, with wear in the expected areas. There is some oxidation on the hardware, but it still locks closed securely.

This is an excellent opportunity to own a rare piece of military office equipment, still in very nice condition. Ready to add to your collection and display!