It's time for celebration because I have crossed 100 custom Olivetti Lettera 35's! And that's not for nothing. They are absolutely great typewriters that coincedentally were owned by my mother, my father and my grandmother who all bought them independently from each other (but also all threw them out before my interest in typewriters started). So yeah, this model is regarded as special in my family and I guess I will have to keep that tradition going. The Olivetti Lettera 35 is one of the larger portables that Olivetti made and especially the case is quite bulky. My personal advice would be to keep the typewriter on a desk because hauling it around constantly will get annoying quick. With its size, does come a certain kind of sturdiness and reliability. The smaller typewriters get, the flimsier they tend to be due to just having to cram more and more in less and less. The Lettera 35 has no such qualms and with a solid metal exterior it's a really solid option for people who want to write a ton with their machines. Added bonus: I will paint it any color you want :) These machines are made to order so if you are looking for a very specific keyboard let me know and I will see what I have. Bottom line: If you want a tried and trusted typewriter to type all night and admire all day, the lettera 35 might be for you. Condition Keys: all working perfectly Ribbon: Freshly replaced when shipped out. Other mechanics: Working perfectly Exterior and case: Exterior like new, case a little battered. More information Brand: Olivetti Model: Lettera 35 Color: Any Color You Want