Green Olympia SM3 De Luxe Typewriter Review

The Olympia SM3 De Luxe in green is one of the most respected manual typewriters ever made, and this unit has been professionally renewed by expert technicians at Classic Vintage Typewriters before it ever reaches your desk. Made in Germany during an era when mechanical engineering meant something, the SM3 is prized by collectors and writers alike for its smooth action, precise alignment, and all-metal construction that simply doesn’t exist in modern manufacturing.

This isn’t a dusty estate-sale find — it’s a fully serviced machine guaranteed to type with excellent mechanical operation. It arrives in a like-new restored case, fitted with a brand-new black ribbon so you can start typing immediately, and includes a high-quality reproduction of the original Olympia operating instructions. The bold serif Pica font (12, 10 characters per inch) gives every page that unmistakable crisp, classic typewriter look that word processors can’t replicate.

Who Is This For?

This typewriter is built for writers who want a distraction-free way to draft letters, journal entries, or manuscripts without notifications pulling their focus. It’s equally appealing to collectors who appreciate restored vintage machines, students studying design or history, and gift-buyers looking for something with genuine character — not another gadget. Calligraphy and stationery enthusiasts, as well as anyone decorating a home office or studio with retro-industrial style, will also find this piece functions as both a tool and a conversation-starting display object.

Bottom Line

The Green Olympia SM3 De Luxe stands out because it combines authentic vintage German engineering with the peace of mind of professional restoration. You’re not gambling on an untested antique; you’re getting a serviced, guaranteed-working machine ready to use out of the box, complete with ribbon and instructions. For anyone who values tactile, analog writing or wants a striking piece of design history, this is a rare find worth considering before the limited restored stock runs out.