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Depoy Model Works
Muncie, IN, U.S.A.
Manufacturer Class: Metal Working Machinery

History

Last Modified: Jan 10 2021 10:57PM by Jeff_Joslin
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By 1932 the Depoy Model Works was making a model maker's lathe. By 1938 they were doing business as the Depoy Model Shop. This business continued until at least 1947.

Information Sources

Deep background for trying to figure out who was behind this maker... November 1907 Popular Mechanics: "TO EXCHANGE—Air cooled motor, 3½x4½. Wilford Depoy, Muncie, Ind." May 1908 Popular Mechanics: "EXCHANGE—2½ HP. air cooled motor for incubator and brooder. Wilford Depoy Avondale, Muncie, Ind. November 1910 Popular Mechanics: "MECHANICS—For $7.50 we will send you prepaid the neatest and most substantial tool case made. Circular free. H. L. Depoy, Muncie, Ind." December 1910 Popular Mechanics: "FIRST CHECK for $75.00 takes my Pierce Motorette. Irvin Depoy, Muncie, Ind. October 1915 Popular Mechanics: "MOTORCYCLE cylinder reground, refitted with new piston, $5. Irvin Depoy, Muncie, Ind."
The lathes.co.uk page on Depoy Model Works has good information on the Depoy lathe.
May 1932 Popular Mechanics classified ad: "MODEL Makers lathe; particulars for dime. Depoy Model Works, Muncie, Ind."
April 1936 Popular Mechanics classified ad: "MODEL Makers lathe; particulars for dime. Depoy Model Shop, Muncie, Ind."
December 1940 Popular Mechanics classified ad: "MODEL Makers lathe; photographs for dime. Depoy Model Shop, Muncie, Ind."
1941 issue of Railroad Model Craftsman. "MILLING ATTACHMENT for South Bend and Atlas lathes $6.95. Photographs for dime. Depoy Model Shop, Muncie, Ind."