Awesome Antique Professional Book Press with Custom Stand, Needs Repair

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Awesome Antique Professional Bookbinding Press with Custom Stand, Needs Repair
Fantastic display piece! Overall excellent condition, very sturdy with no damage to frame or gear. No cracks or dents, some chips to the paint. Press is circa 1900s, while the stand and compression blocks are much more recent, probably 1970s.
NEEDS A REPAIR: The threads at the very top, for the nut that holds the wheel are stripped and partially broken (see photo), so the wheel comes off after you turn it enough times.
These threads can be re-machined or replaced if you are so inclined.
It still will press items even as is, if you monitor the top nut and keep re-tightening it, but no telling how much longer those threads will last. (If we decide to get the repair done ourselves, we'll then value the fully operational item at 50.00.)
Comes with 2 very high quality laminated compression blocks, both made of hardwood pieces and in excellent condition. Custom made stand is a real beauty. Has some minor scuffs in places, and a small glue repair to a lower corner (at back, so not facing the room).
Sold as is with flaws duly noted; no returns, no refunds.
Local pickup only in Glendale, CA.
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(If you want to arrange for shipping on your own, you may do so. A freight company could transport all pieces on one pallet. If you want to go that route I will do the palleting (for a handling fee), but you will need to make all the freight arrangements. Total weight is 350 pounds. You will need to show us proof of insurance for the full value before we release the item.)
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