Dudes! Look what I won off eBay today:
It’s an Adana Printing Press with a full complement of accessories — several different fonts, image plates, ink, paper, etc. I’m very pleased with the price I paid, though I have to admit I’m not quite sure where it’s all going to go. I think one of my Ikea cabinets will have to become letter press central for the time being.
Because Rob’s a great big pal, we’re driving up to Northampton on Saturday to pick the lot up. Until then, I have to satisfy myself with looking at the amazing items Sesame Letterpress make and dreaming about what I’ll make once I get the hang of the press.
Any ideas?
wow score!!!
I know! Totally score!
Dude! Neato!
Oh My God! I want one too, some day. I can’t wait to see what you make with it.
I was a little concerned that the first thing we’d be making with the new press would be a broken axle. But upon reflection, we figured it was no different than giving a 250-pound friend a lift home in the trunk. So, rather alarming in terms of etiquette, but not quite so alarming mechanically speaking.
250 pounds!!! I sure hope it packs up in small boxes. Remember, bend from the knees. And take the bumps in the road s-l-0-w-l-y.
i’ll second that wow!!!