Chandler & Price
Model: 12×18 Old Series
Serial No.: 22436

The latest addition to the studio is this well-cared for 12×18 C&P Old Series. Production of this model began around 1890 at the Chandler & Price Co. of Cleveland, Ohio. Based on the serial number cast into the bed of the press, this fine machine was built between 1896 and 1897.

The Miehle Vertical
Model: V36
Serial No.: V-140

Production of this press began in 1921 at The Miehle Printing Press & Manufacturing Company in Chicago, Illinois. This press is capable of printing at a rate of 3600 impressions per hour (iph) on a sheet of paper as large as 13 1/2″ x 20″.

The Miehle Vertical, so named because the impression cylinder travels vertically, is a whirlwind of motion in perfect harmony; a living testament to the ingenuity of the Industrial Age.

GEM Paper Cutter
Model: Unknown
Serial No.: Unknown

This paper cutter dates back to about the 1890’s and is the oldest piece of equipment in the studio. With a 32″ knife, this guillotine will slice through the old phone directory as if it were a pat of warm butter.

The brass plate mounted on the frame states: “New Series, GeoH. Sanborn, New York, Howard Iron Works, Buffalo NY”

Challenge Paper Drilling Machine
Style: M
No.: 3184

Standard Sizes

• 1/8″ (.125″)
• 7/32″ (.21875″)
• 1/4″ (.25″)
• 5/16″ (.3125″)
• 11/32″ (.34375″)
• 13/32″ (.40625″)

Lassco Corner Rounder
Model: 50
Serial No.: 3615

Standard Radius:

• 1/8″ (.125″)
• 1/4″ (.25″)
• 3/8″ (.375″)