I was wondering what model this Vandercook is? Unfortunately I only have this one picture, but I am trying to figure out if it’s worth buying. Thanks in advance- Leslie
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Looking for a “Qualified Appraiser” for Donated Press
I donated a Vandercook 325G to a nonprofit arts organization and my accountant says I need to get an appraisal done for it since its fair market value exceeds $5K. Could anyone suggest someone who could do this for me? I live in upstate NY, although it might be able to be done electronically. It […]
MoreHelp to classify model of Vandercook
Hello all, Im hoping I can get some help on here to help me classify a model of a Vandercook. It has automatic inking, but no grippers/floor pedal. The max. form size is approx. 16.5 x 24 inches. Thank you for any help you could give!
MoreI would Like to build my own press.
Shock and awe as these words register in your mind. Its a project. I was wondering if there are any better or closer pictures of the vandercook ball bearing proof press or a manual that is in pdf format. Or someone like the geniuses of Fritz Klinke or Paul Moxon could run me through the […]
MoreExcuse the mess
This site is is undergoing a system upgrade and reorganization. Please use search field if you cannot find what your looking for, or contact me and I will do my best to direct you to the information you need. The dust will settle shortly. Thank you for your patience. Pjm
MoreVandercook Cocktail Competition
Call for Entries: The Vandercook Cocktail To honor the Vandercook Proof Press, it’s history and significance, and it’s place in our lives, a competition has been created for the design of the specialty cocktail to carry its name. “The Vandercook Cocktail” will be chosen from recipe submissions gathered throughout the letterpress community. Testing/tasting will take […]
MoreSP-15 Motor Update
On November 11, we installed the newly rewound motor into the SP-15. It is not as noisy as it was, but still noisier than our other press. Questions: 1. is there any way to dampen the noise? I was tempted to put some insulation in the chamber, but don’t want to cut down on heat […]
MoreNeed a big press
I’m looking for a printer with a press that can handle a 29″ x 29″ letterpress plate in order to print on thick sheets of calfskin parchment. I am not a printer and I’m confused by all of the various machines. It looks to me like Vandercook didn’t make a press large enough for my […]
MoreVandercook: Built for Speed
Here’s a link to a fun take on a Vandercook as pinewood derby car. http://www.jeremyslagle.com/blog/2011/8/11/one-fast-letterpress.html
MoreSP-25 Manual
I’m looking at buying an SP-25 and so I’m hoping someone out there might have a digital copy of the manual. Please let me know if anyone out there has the manual for this model. Thanks.
MoreOil for #4 speed reducer gear box
It was posted a year or so ago that 40 wt oil is recommended for the #4 speed reducer. I presume you are talking about gear oil rather than motor oil. I have not found a source for 40 wt gear oil, but I can get 75/80 wt. Would that present a problem? Alternatively, would […]
MoreFree Vandercook on the French Riviera
Posted for the benefit of our European friends: http://riviera.angloinfo.com/forum/topic.asp?topic_id=215488
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