Antique 1870s Daughaday Model OneCard Press Tabletop Letterpress Printwr For Sale

Item Specifics:

• Maker / Manufacturer: J.W. Daughaday & Co.
• Model: Model Card Press (No. 0)
• Location of Manufacture: Philadelphia, PA
• Era: Late 19th Century (c. 1870 to 1880s)
• Object Type: Tabletop Platen Printing Press
• Material: Cast Iron, Metal, Wood
• Original/Reproduction: Original

Description:

Upfor sale is an authentic late-19th-century "Model Card Press"tabletop letterpress manufactured by J.W. Daughaday & Co.in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Designed in the 1870s for printing callingcards, business cards, and small tickets, this cast-iron press is a fantasticpiece for printing historians, letterpress enthusiasts, or antique collectors.

Highlights & Identification:

• Frame Markings: Cast embossed text on the frame reads "MODEL CARD PRESS" on both sides.
• Manufacturer Mark: Cast underneath the frame with "J.W. DAUGHADAY & CO. / MAN'FRS / PHILA".
• Original Paint & Pinstriping: Features remarkable surviving original japanned finish with gold scrollwork and red pinstriping accents.
• Mechanism: Dual-lever operating mechanism moves freely when the handle is engaged.

Condition Details:

• In solid antique condition with natural age patina, light surface wear, and minor oxidation consistent with age.
• Platen and hinge assembly operate smooth and manually compress against the bed.
• Includes the wooden platen block attached to the swinging arm as shown in photos.
• Please review all high-resolution photos for exact cosmetic condition.

Dimensions & Shipping:

• Item Weight: Approx. 20 to 25 lbs
• Will be double-boxed and carefully packaged with dense foam/padding to ensure safe transit.
• Local pickup is also available upon request