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Tom Hanks Gifts Typewriter, Buys Vintage Royal
7 Jun
Summary
- Actor Tom Hanks visited Berkeley Typewriter, a 90-year-old shop.
- Hanks purchased a 1930s Royal typewriter from the store.
- He also gifted the shop a vintage typewriter from his own collection.
Actor and filmmaker Tom Hanks recently made a notable visit to Berkeley Typewriter, a shop with a 90-year legacy of vintage typewriter service and repairs.
During his visit, Hanks spent an hour exploring the shop's offerings. He ultimately selected and purchased a 1930s Royal typewriter, a classic piece from the era.
Adding a personal and significant gesture, Hanks also gifted the shop a cherished typewriter from his own collection. This gifted item was accompanied by a handwritten letter from the actor.
The letter expressed his hope that the machine would find a new life and continue to be used. Hanks, a dedicated collector with over 300 typewriters, has long championed these mechanical writing instruments.
His affection for typewriters stems from their distinct character and the satisfying tactile experience they provide, a sentiment he has shared publicly. This visit underscores his deep connection to these timeless machines.
