The early and elegant World typewriter uses a swinging pointer, fitted with a finger cup at one end for the index finger to select characters. At the opposite end of the pointer is a semi-circular wheel that originally held a rubber strip with molded characters. When typing, a metal rod would press the pliant rubber character against the paper. Inking was achieved with two small felt pads that brushed against the rubber strip, with ink applied as needed using a dropper.
This World typewriter is housed in a beautiful mahogany box, featuring a remarkable latch and handle (shown below).
“The WORLD TYPEWRITER is the only one that can be conveniently carried by the traveler and can be used anywhere.”
“A useful and elegant holiday present for ladies and gentlemen.”
“To say that I am well pleased, is expressing myself very mildly. Its simplicity. its lightness, and also its durability astonishes me. Parties laugh who hear me say I have an $8.00 type-writer, but their laughs turns to astonishment when they see a sample of its work. – A. L. Phillips, Pottsville, Pa.”
