Hermes 3000 - Revision history

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Cerafuki at 01:35, 24 February 2022

2022-02-24T01:35:40Z

St3ph3n: added more info about the paper rest getting stuck

2022-02-22T23:34:29Z

added more info about the paper rest getting stuck

St3ph3n: Fixed

2022-02-22T23:29:37Z

Fixed

St3ph3n: borked one of my pictures, oops

2022-02-22T23:29:17Z

borked one of my pictures, oops

St3ph3n: added some pictures

2022-02-22T23:26:44Z

added some pictures

St3ph3n: Created the Hermes 3000 page, because I am a Hermes simp

2022-02-22T23:20:07Z

Created the Hermes 3000 page, because I am a Hermes simp

New page

[[Category:Typewriter]]
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=History and Basic Info=
The Hermes 3000 is a line of typewriters made by Paillard S.A. from 1958 through approximately 1979, although information is sparse about the latter years. Produced in three distinct generations, the earlier ones have become quite desirable (and expensive) thanks to the seal of approval from Tom Hanks.

The first generation, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.
The second generation, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
The third generation, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. It retained all of the features of the earlier models but was a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.

=Common Issues=
The flip-out paper rest on the back of the carriage can get stuck in the closed position, due to deteriorated self-adhesive foam pads that just turn into glue over time. Then, when someone attempts to flip the paper rest fingers out while one is stuck, one of them will tend to get bent, as they are linked together.

The platen knobs on the first and second generation Hermes 3000 machines are notoriously fragile, and are often cracked or broken. Replica replacements are available from a number of sources online, although quality may vary.

The rear panel of the carriage, to which the paper rest is attached may be loose due to missing screws. It is secured to the machine by a pair of M3x0.5 pitch screws, 5mm in length with slotted pan heads. Screws matching this spec are quite readily available in most hardware stores, although you may have to settle for philips vs slotted, or flat head vs pan. In that case, it would be recommended to use a washer so that the conical flat head doesn't damage the hole on the back of the carriage end caps.

=Manual=
*[https://site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/Hermes3000.pdf First generation manual]
*[https://site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/Hermes3000-1970s.pdf Third generation manual]

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 Hermes 3000s are generally split into 3 generations.
-The first type, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.[[File:1stGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|First generation]]
+The first type, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.[[File:1stGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|right|First generation]]
 The second variant, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
 The third variant, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.[[File:3rdGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Third generation]]

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 The first type, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.[[File:1stGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|First generation]]
 The second variant, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
-The third variant, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.[[File:3rdGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Third generation]]
+The third variant, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.[[File:3rdGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|right|Third generation]]
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 [[Category:Typewriter]]
-The Hermes 3000 is a series of large portable typewriters noted for their mint-green color schemes, high prices and popularity as a result of famous actor Tom Hanks. They are generally accepted to be good writing-machines, with a distinctly smooth and consistent touch.
+The Hermes 3000 is a series of large portable typewriters produced by [[E. Paillard and Cie S.A.]] of Switzerland. Noted for their mint-green color schemes, high prices and popularity as a result of their mentioning by renowned actor Tom Hanks, they are generally accepted to be good writing machines, with a distinctly smooth and consistent touch.
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-The Hermes 3000 is a line of typewriters made by Paillard S.A. from 1958 through approximately 1979, although information is sparse about the latter years. 3 types of Hermes 3000 were built.
+=History=
-The first type, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.
+The Hermes 3000 was a complete redesign compared to the earlier [[Hermes 2000]]. MSRP was $129.50 in 1965.
 =Common Issues=

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 [[Category:Typewriter]]
 __TOC__
 =History and Basic Info=
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 [[File:3rdGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Third generation]]
-The Hermes 3000 is a line of typewriters made by Paillard S.A. from 1958 through approximately 1979, although information is sparse about the latter years. Produced in three distinct generations, the earlier ones have become quite desirable (and expensive) thanks to the seal of approval from Tom Hanks.
+The Hermes 3000 is a line of typewriters made by Paillard S.A. from 1958 through approximately 1979, although information is sparse about the latter years. 3 types of Hermes 3000 were built.
-The first generation, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.
+The first type, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.
-The second generation, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
+The second variant, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
-The third generation, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.
+The third variant, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.
 =Common Issues=

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 =History and Basic Info=
 [[File:1stGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|First generation]]
-[[File:3rdGenHermes3000.jpg|200px|thumb|left|Third generation]]
 The Hermes 3000 is a line of typewriters made by Paillard S.A. from 1958 through approximately 1979, although information is sparse about the latter years. Produced in three distinct generations, the earlier ones have become quite desirable (and expensive) thanks to the seal of approval from Tom Hanks.

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 The first generation, produced from 1958 through 1965/66 has a distinct 'curvy' look, and a metal shell. These were made in Switzerland.
 The second generation, produced from 1966 through 1970 are more squared off, but still retained a metal shell and were still made in Switzerland.
-The third generation, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. It retained all of the features of the earlier models but was a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.
+The third generation, produced from 1970 until the end of production in the late seventies are very boxy and have a plastic shell. These retained all of the features of the earlier models but were a cost-reduced version, and production was shifted to France.
 =Common Issues=
-The flip-out paper rest on the back of the carriage can get stuck in the closed position, due to deteriorated self-adhesive foam pads that just turn into glue over time. Then, when someone attempts to flip the paper rest fingers out while one is stuck, one of them will tend to get bent, as they are linked together.
+The flip-out paper rest on the back of the carriage can get stuck in the closed position, due to deteriorated self-adhesive foam pads that just turn into glue over time. Then, when someone attempts to flip the paper rest fingers out while one is stuck, one of them will tend to get bent, as they are linked together. The paper rest can be gently pried away from the back of the carriage and then the residue can be removed using a sharp edge. 91% isopropyl alcohol seems to do a good job of dissolving it too. It is recommended to do this with the rear panel removed from the carriage, so as to not drop any solvents or bits of foam into the typewriter.
 The platen knobs on the first and second generation Hermes 3000 machines are notoriously fragile, and are often cracked or broken. Replica replacements are available from a number of sources online, although quality may vary.
-The rear panel of the carriage, to which the paper rest is attached may be loose due to missing screws. It is secured to the machine by a pair of M3x0.5 pitch screws, 5mm in length with slotted pan heads. Screws matching this spec are quite readily available in most hardware stores, although you may have to settle for philips vs slotted, or flat head vs pan. In that case, it would be recommended to use a washer so that the conical flat head doesn't damage the hole on the back of the carriage end caps.
+The rear panel of the carriage, to which the paper rest is attached may be loose due to missing screws. It is secured to the machine by a pair of '''M3x0.5''' pitch screws, '''5mm in length''' with slotted pan heads. Screws matching this spec are quite readily available in most hardware stores, although you may have to settle for Phillips vs slotted, or flat head vs pan. In that case, it would be recommended to use a washer so that the conical flat head doesn't damage the hole on the back of the carriage end caps.
 =Manual=
 *[https://site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/Hermes3000.pdf First generation manual]
 *[https://site.xavier.edu/polt/typewriters/Hermes3000-1970s.pdf Third generation manual]