1949 Smith-Corona Clipper Black Wooden Case Restoration

Some photos in the process of cleaning up the black wooden case of my 1949 Smith-Corona Clipper which are suggestive of methods one might attempt at restoring their own versions.

Near the right side of the handle you can see the white liquid paper spill on the case which cleaned up quickly.

All the metal fittings on this case were this bad and needed some attention.

Before and After

Extreme abrasives like this brass bristle brush on a fabric covered wooden case will cause damage, so mask what you don’t want scrubbed clean..

Not factory perfect, but certainly acceptable for another 75 years of happy use.