Black Molle No 3 Typewriter, Working Antique 1920s Portable Case

Own a museum-grade piece of early 20th-century typewriter history with this exceedingly rare 1920s Antique Black Molle No. 3 Portable Typewriter. Manufactured in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, USA by the Molle Typewriter Company, this extraordinary machine features a three-row glass-key layout, bold gold lettering, open industrial frame geometry, and a historical UK distributor plaque reading "Depot for United Kingdom: 26 Pall Mall, Manchester" mounted right above the front frame. It comes complete with its original carrying case and a fresh replacement ribbon installed! 

A holy grail centerpiece for serious typewriter collectors, museum displays, or lovers of early mechanical history!

Key Features & Highlights
Brand & Model: Molle No. 3 (Molle Typewriter Company) 

Era: 1920s Pre-War Antique (Circa 1918–1922) 
Origin: Oshkosh, Wisconsin, U.S.A. (Imported via Manchester, UK) 

Historical Provenance: Features the original brass dealer badge: "DEPOT FOR UNITED KINGDOM: 26 PALL MALL, MANCHESTER" mounted above the front frame decal. 

Color: Deep Gloss Black with pristine gold leaf typography and emblem lettering 
Keyboard: Early 3-row glass-topped key layout with side shift controls 

Condition: Working antique condition; mechanical action operates, keybars strike cleanly, and frame remains solid. 

Includes: Original protective carrying case.

Why You’ll Love It

Exceedingly Rare Collector's Grail: Produced for only a brief period in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, the Molle No. 3 is legendary among collectors for its unique stepped mechanical construction and low survival rate. 
UK Distributor Provenance: The Manchester, England depot plaque adds incredible historic appeal for British and international collectors alike. 
Striking Industrial Aesthetic: The combination of stepped tiering, exposed key shafts, glass-capped keys, and bright gold decals creates an unmatched visual focal point for any library, study, or museum collection. 

Condition Details

This typewriter is in working antique condition for a machine over a century old. As pictured, it exhibits authentic, age-appropriate cosmetic wear, minor surface patina on metal elements, and light frame wear consistent with its 1920s heritage. The original carrying case shows expected vintage wear consistent with pre-war luggage. 

Please note that an ink ribbon will be a change.

What’s Included

1 x Antique 1920s Black Molle No. 3 Typewriter
1 x Original Protective Carrying Case 

Shipping & Packaging

Carefully double-boxed with extra-thick protective cushioning, carriage locked, and padded to safeguard the frame, glass keys, internal mechanics, and historic carrying case during transit. Estimated delivery dates and full tracking will be updated at checkout.