Burroughs Portable Mechanical Adding Machine
Manufacturer: Burroughs Adding Machine Co., Detroit, Michigan, USA
Model type: Portable mechanical adding machine
Functions: Addition and subtraction
Year of manufacture: Approx. 1950
Mechanics: Fully mechanical calculator with key input and manual lever operation
Case: Metal with carrying handle, classic 1950s industrial design
Condition:
Mechanically presumably functional (not tested)
Ribbon Dried out (Replaceable)
Housing with signs of wear commensurate with age
Not used for a long time
Remark:
This portable calculator is a typical example of post-war office equipment. Burroughs was one of the leading manufacturers of mechanical calculators in the USA and supplied robust, durable machines that were in use in many offices until the 1970s. Particularly collectible due to their technical inner workings and solid workmanship.
very good for its age even with paper
Specifications
ConditionGoodColorsBlackMaterialMetalNumber of items1Height25 cmWidth20 cmDepth37 cmSigns of usageScratches