Austin Typewriter, Ink. - Podcast

Episode 89: Episode 89 - Chat with Joshua Dimora - Pre-1920's & more

Austin Typewriter, Ink. - Podcast

Show Notes

David and Everitto sit down with Joshua DiMora for a fascinating journey into the inventive and sometimes unsuccessful world of pre-1920 typewriters. Joshua shares why the machines that failed often interest him the most and how his experience as a machinist restoring antique tractors helps him preserve rare typewriters. From 3D printing and sand casting replacement parts to studying century-old tool marks, this conversation explores the remarkable craftsmanship required to bring these early machines back to life.

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