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I. J. Fisher & Co.
Kincardine, ON, Canada
Manufacturer Class: Wood Working Machinery

History

Last Modified: Jul 20 2014 2:23PM by Jeff_Joslin
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A shingle mill bearing this maker's name was seen at the 2005 Carp Fall Fair. Carp is near Ottawa, Ontario.

Information Sources

Jeff Joslin spotted this shingle mill. The mill, which was in operation, uses a circular saw about 42 inches in diameter, and a simple carriage. The bolt must be flipped every few cuts to account for the tapered cuts.

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