I really like how you are paying attention to detail like the angle and placement of things in relation to other things if that makes sense.

I agree with ctbram. Use cv curve tool to draw a curve and then extrude a circle or the face of a cylinder along the curve. That typewriter is going to be a pain in the butt I think if you are somewhat new to modeling. My suggestion is to look at it one small detail at a time, before you know it, the whole thing will be done. Reference pics like ctbram suggested is a must. That way you can find pictures of similar typewrites so you can see the details of it better.

just in case you were done modeling the light..there is a hinge to allow the light head to adjust that you didn't model.

Keep up the good work...it's really looking good.