The classic gives me the same satisfaction of manual typing i got before i switched to computers. Long fingers with strong muscles are necessary for any prolonged use. It has settings for black or colored ink, depending on the ribbon used.

It's a little heavier than my chromebook, which i've started calling my expensive chrome paperweight. It was packaged extremely well with molded styrofoam. This within a corrugated carrying case with strong plastic handle.

For the price, this one is an absolute lemon. There are mechanical problems that seem inherent to the typewriter. The action is stiff.

I am happy to change this rating if i can get someone from the seller to reach out and help address the issue. Otherwise, stay clear from this device and company.

The typing is okay, letters are not well aligned. It types really light near the left margin and then darker as you move to the right. The typewriter has a steep learning curve if you have never used a type writer before.

The pins that hold the standard ink spools are cheap plastic. She has to manually return, and use the roller handle to try to roll and eyeball where the paper should be.