Chicago no. 11?
I just acquired what I believe to be as a Chicago no. 11 3”x5” table top press. It’s missing the “grippers” and needs new rollers. Does anyone know the best place to buy these items? This may sound silly, but is “Chicago” the name of the company or does it follow under the Kelsey name. I’m fairly new to the table top presses and added some photo’s. It may need more than the “grippers” and new rollers? I’d greatly appreciate any help. Thanks!
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I’ve never seen that exact press before, but it’s not a Kelsey. I’d guess that Chicago was the name of the manufacturer. It looks like it could use a little cleaning up, but it’s a nice looking little machine.
As far as the grippers go, you are not likely to find the exact parts for sale. Kelsey parts might be adaptable but you may have to do some work on them.
One thing I don’t see in the picture are the “bales” that hold the tympan to the platen. These may have to be made out of stiff wire or flat metal.
Your Chicago press was made by the Sigwalt Manufacturing in Chicago. These presses were sold directly from the manufacturer or through other retail outlets like Sears, Roebuck and Co.
And yes, you’re missing the tympan bales as well. You’re probably going to have to make the missing parts yourself.
Thank you so much for your feedback!
i just got this exact same press last weekend! i’ve been looking for info on it all week, it was pretty exciting to see yours posted here. mine is missing the ink table and the rollers, but does have the tympan bales. let me know if you’re interested in coordinating on things like where to find parts/make your own/etc!