French keyboard! 1962 Torpedo Model 30 Typewriter

This is a very fine and visually impressive two-tone, Torpedo, Model 30 typewriter from 1962. The colours on this typewriters are original to its manufacture. It is a lovely little typing machine and is in wonderful condition mechanically and cosmetically. This Model 30 has been fully refurbished: serviced, cleaned, adjusted and aligned and has been outfitted with a new ribbon. It comes with original soft case. 
The design of this typewriter is a movement into the modern, bridging the period between mid-century modern in the 50's and the "Space Age" design of the 60's. The designer, probably Andreas Salzberger, who is credited with designing the Torpedo Model 18, was trying something new, moving away from the "institutional" design of earlier models.
The Model 30 is a rather uncommon typewriter. It is hard to determine exactly how many were manufactured but I feel certain that there are very few existing in this beautiful condition anymore. The Model 30 uses a "basket shift" mechanism for a lighter typing feel.
From a mechanical perspective this is a fine machine. It is a swift and tight typer and, although being a smaller portable, has a very solid feel. This typewriter is in excellent typing condition. The typing action is fast and crisp. All mechanical aspects of this typewriter have been checked, inspected and adjusted as needed. 
The body finish, overall, is in perfect condition. The platen is clean and smooth, the chrome is in top condition and the rubber feet are soft and grip the desktop well.
The keyboard is French AZERTY and the typeface/font is a very handsome Elite with 11.5 characters to the inch. 
The case is in excellent condition with the single exception of the right-side zipper which does not work properly. Nonetheless, the case can be very securely closed for transport or storage.
More photos, and in better resolution, can be seen on our official website: www.acmetypemachines.com. And, as an international company, our website (as compared to Etsy) does not require the collection of State taxes.
Acme typewriters has long been the choice of discerning collectors and writers. Acme typewriters are carefully selected, beautifully restored and come with a one-year mechanical warranty and lifetime customer-service. Each comes with a lead seal, attached to the body, identifying it as a fully-restored Acme typewriter. Most shipments to the US arrive in 3 days--often much faster than most domestic shipments within the US. Many new dealers strive to imitate us--none succeed. 
For some interesting perspectives on Torpedo typewriters, please see:
https://oztypewriter.blogspot.com/2012/02/torpedo-typewriters.html
And for the model 30 I found one article in a blog:
https://writelephant.com/tag/torpedo/
Don't hesitate to contact me for more photos or any other explanation of anything.
This wonderful example of a Torpedo 30 will be packed and shipped with the greatest care to preserve its condition and beauty. We have a lot of experience in shipping typewriters and have an excellent track record for proper packing and safe delivery. It will be fully insured during shipment.  We have shipped safely to the outback of Australia, the Sultanate of Brunei, Japan, China, Dayton Ohio, the Isle of Wight, Ecuador and hundreds of places in between. So have no fear.
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