Olympia Supertype II Electronic Typewriter

Olympia Supertype II Electronic Typewriter

The Olympia Supertype II is a portable electronic typewriter representing mid-twentieth-century office automation design. Built by Olympia, a renowned German manufacturer of writing machines, this model combines mechanical key mechanisms with electrical power assist for consistent, smooth typing action. The Supertype II was designed for professional typists, journalists, and office workers who valued portability without sacrificing the feel of a quality mechanical typewriter.

Specifications & What's Included

• Brand: Olympia
• Model: Supertype II
• Type: Electronic Portable Typewriter
• Manufacturer: West Germany
• Keyboard: QWERTY layout with standard typewriter keys
• Power: Electric motor assist (requires power cord and outlet)
• Carriage: Standard typewriter roller and feed mechanism
• Ribbon: Standard fabric ribbon (rewindable or cartridge, depending on variant)
• Portable: Compact desktop form factor, suitable for office or home use
• Condition: Good used condition, pulled from working environment

Applications

The Olympia Supertype II represents a bridge between fully mechanical typewriters and modern electric office machines. These machines were standard in offices, newsrooms, secretarial pools, and professional writing environments throughout the 1960s and 1970s. The electronic motor assist provided less fatigue on the typist's fingers compared to manual machines, making it ideal for heavy-use environments. Today, these typewriters remain sought after by writers, collectors, and enthusiasts who appreciate the tactile feedback and mechanical reliability of quality office equipment from the mid-twentieth century. Olympia machines are renowned for their solid construction and clean, responsive action — qualities that have kept many examples in use or collection even decades after manufacture.