Lot 220: Vintage Cast Iron Table Mounted Manual Boring Machine
A vintage table-mounted manual boring machine or drill press constructed from heavy cast iron. The tool features a large, horizontal clamping mechanism with a steel thumb-screw designed for attachment to a workbench or table edge. The main body is cast in a triangular form with reinforced ribbing. A central vertical column finished in black contains the mechanical drive, topped with a large, double-tiered turned wooden handle or knob. The drive shaft extends through the cast iron base, though the specific boring bit or chuck mechanism on the underside is not visible. A white rectangular adhesive label with black printed numbers is present on the top of the wooden handle, and a second orange rectangular adhesive label is partially visible on the side of the handle. No manufacturer names, model numbers, or patent dates are legible on the cast iron surfaces or mechanical components.
Condition report:
The cast iron body and clamping screw exhibit widespread surface oxidation and significant rust throughout (photo 1). The black finish on the central cylindrical housing shows areas of wear and loss, revealing the underlying metal. The turned wooden handle appears intact but shows darkening and surface grime consistent with age and use. The mechanical state is unverified; the degree of visible rust suggests that the internal moving parts may be seized and would require professional restoration to achieve functional status.
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