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    Berkeley Typewriter

    4.4 (70 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

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    Cool spot. Not sanitized hipster but Joe has the goods.
    Brian B.

    Joe was great. We were looking for a vintage manual and after talking to Joe, we narrowed it down to about six typewriters. Joe gave us a pile of paper and gave us helpful tips but no pressure or "selling." We settled on a Royal that fit our needs (and my wife's tiny hands). We paid by credit card, bought an extra ribbon as well. Joe let us know it came with a one year warranty and offered to carry it to our car. We'd gotten interested in getting a typewriter a couple of years ago upon seeing Tom Hanks' documentary which focused on California Business Machines on San Pablo Ave but they're no longer around. A word of advice: Do NOT buy a typewriter online. They all feel radically different. You'll have about a .000001% of finding a machine you'll be happy with. Even if you've typed on the "same" typewriter and feel you can buy online, they're all different. Come see Berkeley Typewriter, sit down and write a page or two before making up your mind. This place has been around since 1937 and Joe, the current owner, deserves your business.

    Tiffany S.

    Stores like these are the reason why I feel so blessed to live in Berkeley. I was on the hunt for a very unique and special typewriter and I ended up finding it almost immediately at this store and it's only minutes from my home! The staff here are sooooo friendly and helpful - on the phone and especially in person. They go above and beyond to help you. I was even able to record an entire 5 minute video tutorial of how to use the Smith Corona I bought because god knows I will need it. This store is a must see even if you don't need a typewriter. It's like a museum and there are so many neato pieces here. Seems like prices range between $275-600 and the one I purchased came with a 1 year warranty which is a bonus!!

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