| Date |
1949 |
| Description |
The braille writer weighs approximately 15 pounds and has a metal body with textured black finish. It uses 12-inch wide paper that remains flat during brailling. The carriage moves from right to left. The keys are a black plastic-type of material. On the top is a transparent label with yellow print which reads: "Braille Institute of America Inc., BIA, Portable Braille Writer, pat. pend." The carrying case weighs approximately 4 pounds and is an integral part of the writer, serving as its base. The carrying case has a black textured finish, leather handle, and metal corner reinforcements. It bears a Braille Institute of America logo and the words "Portable Braille Writer" beside the handle. A metal spring clip, attached to the inside of the lid, holds paper. Serial number 6-33-B is on the bottom left side of the braille writer. |
| Dimensions |
H-5.75 W-7.75 L-14 inches |
| Made |
Braille Institute of America |
| Material |
Aluminum, steel, plastic |
| Object ID |
1992.340 |
| Object Name |
Braillewriter |
| Place of Origin |
Los Angeles |
| Subjects |
Aids for the blind and visually handicapped.
Blind.
Braillewriters.
Instructional aids, tools, and supplies.
Mechanical writing. |
| Title |
Atkinson Portable Braillewriter |
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