Olivetti Custom and Hard-to-Find Spare Parts for Restoration and Repair

We also provide custom 3D-printed solutions for rare or unavailable parts. If you don’t see what you need, reach out to us—we’ll work with you to design and produce the exact part for your typewriter.

How Our Typewriter Spare Parts On-Demand Service Works

1. Submit Your Request
Contact us via chat or email with the specific part you need. Include photos or videos, measurements, and your typewriter's model and serial number, if available. This helps us verify the part’s compatibility.

2. Initial Assessment Fee
A €25 one-time assessment fee covers the initial work of checking availability and compatibility. Once received, we’ll confirm availability or explore custom options if necessary.

3. Final Price Confirmation

Typewriter Parts for Restoration and Repair:

1. Keys: Precision-crafted keys for accurate typing.
2. Typebars: Metal arms that imprint characters onto the page.
3. Spools: High-quality ink ribbon spools for smooth inking.
4. Platen and Rollers: Durable platen with rollers for smooth paper feeding.
5. Chassis: Core structure supporting internal components.
6. Screws: Replacement screws in various sizes.
7. Rubber Feet: Non-slip rubber or 3D-printed feet for stability.
8. Internal Mechanism Parts: Key components like escapement and carriage.
9. Carriage Return Mechanism: For starting a new line.
10. Escapement: Controls carriage spacing for accurate typing.
11. Feed Roller: Smoothly feeds paper into the typing area.
12. Hammers: Strike the ribbon to print characters on the page.
13. Linkage System: Synchronizes movement of keys and typebars.
14. Ribbon Spool Pins: Secure ribbon spools in place.
15. Carriage Lock: Prevents unintended carriage movement.
16. Margin Release Lever: Allows typing beyond margin boundaries.
17. Shift Lever: Engages shift for uppercase and special characters.
18. Paper Holder/Bail: Holds paper firmly against the platen.
19. Paper Guide: Guides paper alignment during insertion.
20. Back Spacer: Moves carriage back one space.
21. Typewheel: Holds type slugs for printing characters on select models.
22. Ratcheting Mechanism: Controls spacing between characters.
23. Shift Key Lock: Locks shift for continuous uppercase typing.
24. Typewriter Belt: Drives key and carriage actions.
25. Key Lever Spring: Returns key levers to their original positions.
26. Keybed: Holds keys in alignment for consistent typing.
27. Stabilizer: Reduces typing vibrations.
28. Tabulator: Sets and uses tab stops for aligned text.
29. Main Spring: Provides tension for typing and carriage return.
30. Escape Spring: Controls carriage movement.
31. Return Spring: Returns carriage after pressing the return lever.
32. Shift Spring: Engages typebars for uppercase or special characters.
33. Tension Springs: Controls tension for ribbon, carriage, and typebars.
34. Linkage Cords and Wires: Connects parts for coordinated movement.
35. Key Lever Cords: Links key levers to typebars for character printing.
36. Body and Top Covers: Durable casing that protects components.