Explore the fascinating terminology and historical elements behind vintage typing machines through this engaging crossword.
Cryptic Keys and Ribbon Secrets
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Across
- 1. Rare multi-font type cylinder variant
- 2. Device defining the typing boundary edges
- 3. Cylinder pressing paper against the type for impression
- 4. Striking mechanism part that leaves an imprint on paper
- 5. Force applied to keys influencing imprint depth
- 6. Regulating device controlling carriage advance
- 9. Method for optimal key pressing technique
- 14. Safety mechanism preventing simultaneous key strikes
- 16. Rotating element supporting the paper’s curvature in some machines
- 18. Set of characters in a specific design and style
- 19. Component that moistens paper for improved ink adhesion
Down
- 7. Axis around which inked fabric winds
- 8. Moving part holding paper and advancing on keystrokes
- 10. Key that retrogresses one character position
- 11. Term for the inked mark left by a type hammer
- 12. Audible indicator signaling margin limits
- 13. Replaceable component crucial for ink delivery
- 15. Feature maintaining uppercase or symbol mode without constant pressure
- 17. Pedal sometimes used to operate or shift certain machine functions
- 20. Vintage reservoir for liquid ink prior to ribbons
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