Reid,

Yes, It is a Teletype Corp. Model 26.  It was designed as a lower cost, lower duty cycle, version of the M15, but Teletype Corp. never built enough to see a savings.

It is a good beginner's model as it is not as complex as the M15.  The main drawback is that the platen moves (like a typewriter), which makes paper handling from a roll more difficult.  The wooden table may have a place to hold the paper roll, which will help. 

As for price, it depends how badly you want it and what condition it is in.  With the table and in perfect condition (clean, no rust or mouse nests), it is probably worth no more than $50-100. 

Also how far away is it? these units are heavy and difficult to ship safely.

If you are not in a hurry for a machine, keep looking and you may find something better (Teletype M15 or Kleinschmidt TT-4 or TT-98) for $25-50, or even free for the taking.

Good luck,

Duncan
K2OEQ

On 18-Nov-22 13:40, Dan Schlegel wrote:
Hi Reid, 

It looks like a Model 26 to me! Quite a nice one at that! I have one as well with the wood table that looks very similar. They are great, but somewhat harder to find parts for than some others.

I have no idea what a reasonable price is, though. 

Take care, 

-Dan

On Fri, Nov 18, 2022 at 1:36 PM Reid Berryman <[email protected]> wrote:
Hi all,

I may have an opportunity to purchase a teletype. I wanted to receive the group's feedback on any history with the unit before I do and what modern interfacing may exist with it. 

Please see the photos here: https://imgur.com/a/LNSyUmD

It appears to be (from photos) a Bell System "Teletypewriter Service" unit. Comes with an integrated table made of wood. It's possibly a Model 15 but I haven't found an ID that looks like it. 

What would be a decent price to pay for this?

Thank you,

- Reid

 


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