Antique Goodell Pratt No 1 Bench Hacksaw Hand Machine 1899 Pat Cast Iron Vise For Sale

Antique Goodell-Pratt Co. No. 1 Bench Hand Hacksaw Machine (Patented June 20, 1899)Up for sale is a museum-quality, exceptionally rare piece of American machining history: the Goodell-Pratt No. 1 Bench Mount Hack Saw. Manufactured in Greenfield, Massachusetts, USA, this innovative manual machine works similarly to a precision mitre box but is engineered specifically for clean, square shear-cutting of metals.Historical Importance: Cast with the original patent text: "GREENFIELD PAT. JUNE 20, 1899 U.S.A. / MASS. U.S.A.".Complete Mechanical Features: Features the highly rare, original integrated adjustable material vise firmly mounted to the base plate to lock metal workpieces securely at perfect angles.Design & Construction: Heavy-duty solid cast-iron frame with its iconic D-shaped hand-grip handle designed for an ergonomic reciprocating sawing motion.Condition: Fantastic antique user or collector condition. There are no cracks or weld repairs to the cast iron. The guide rod slides smoothly, the vise threads turn freely, and the structural lettering remains incredibly crisp and readable.Note on Bonus Extras: I am including a few extra mechanical fittings that were stored alongside this machine. They are not part of the original Goodell-Pratt box, but I am sending them along in case they are useful for the buyer's custom workshop setup!A spectacular centerpiece for any vintage tool collection or high-end traditional workshop. Securely packed and sent via heavy-duty tracked shipping.

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