Photo Index - American Machinery Co. (Grand Rapids) - Universal Trimmer #4

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Manufactured/Badged by:
American Machinery Co. (Grand Rapids)
Grand Rapids, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Universal Trimmer
Machine Size:	6" Height, 15" Stroke
Submitted By:	Mike Levine

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Universal Trimmer #4
Date of Manufacturer:	1900-1903
Serial Number:	(View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	9/5/2005 12:00:00 AM

Comments:

This Universal Trimmer was photographed when I visited White's Woodworking Shop, near Wilmington Delaware. This was a patternmaker's shop established in 1916. I had gone up to see a combination machine and a large lathe which had previously been discussed on the OWWM site. The present owners are Nancy and Hank Hassiepen. The business had been owned by Nancy's father from 1946 until his death last year. All of the equipment present was well used but well cared for.

The Miter trimmer is fully functional with no missing or damaged parts. I believe there is an extra blade as well. The shopmade stand was well designed and remains sturdy and functional. The serial number is 4295. It sports the embossed statement "Oliver's Patent."

Photo 1:

Comments: American #4 Trimmer on shopmade stand
Source: M. Levine, 2005

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Comments: American #4 Universal Trimmer rear view
Source: M. Levine, 2005

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