Accession Number: 2001.4.1a-2
Description: (.1a) Small Size Improved Stainsby Braille Writer; reverse key model, i.e. downward writing with six keys, three on each side of a carriage, that move right to left along a rail; key positions reversed as for writing with a slate (three keys on right, from top to bottom, are for dot positions 1, 2, and 3; three keys on left, from top to bottom, are for dot positions 4, 5, and 6); chrome-plated steel, aluminum base; pair of carriage release levers on right; bell on left indicates end of line; pegs at each end of writer base fit into the accompanying board; "R.K." is stamped on the top, lower left corner; "MK3-M, G.199" is stamped on the top, lower right corner; (.1b) board is made of aluminum and folds in two places vertically; 20 holes along both long sides to accommodate the braille writer, mounting holes on top for paper clamp; "J.M.G. Instruments Ltd., London, for Royal National Institute For The Blind, London, W.I." is stamped at the top center; red paper pad screwed to base; (.1c) wooden interpoint anti-sag ruler; (.2) carrying case has brown leatherette covering over fiberboard with brass reinforced corners, tinplate trim, and leather handle; hinged lid, two tinplate locks, green felt lining.
Height: 5.25
Width: 12.5
Depth: 5.25
Date Made: ca. 1970
Place of Origin: London
Credit Line: Museum Purchase, 2001.4
Subjects: Assistive technology Braillewriters. Mechanical writing.
Dimension Notes: 3 x 11.5 x 1.75 in. (braille writer ); 11 x 8.375 x 1 in. (board); 10.25 x 1.75 in. (ruler)
Made: JMG Instruments Ltd.; Royal National Institute for the Blind
Material: Chrome, steel, aluminum, leather, fiberboard, tinplate, leatherette
Exhibit Label: Braillewriter
Updated: 02/15/2021
