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Manufactured/Badged by:
Onsrud Machine Works, Inc.
Niles, IL; Chicago, IL; Wheeling, IL

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Overarm Router
Machine Size:	25" throat
Submitted By:	Kirk Poore

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Overarm router with direct drive motor
Date of Manufacturer:	Unknown, maybe post 1940
Serial Number:	None
Last Updated	9/13/2010 11:27:32 PM

Comments:

I went to see this to buy from Jim ___ in Verdin, IL. Decided not to get it, but it's a very interesting machine. It came equipped with an air-driven router originally (still with the machine, but needs rebuilding). A previous owner had installed an additional holder and a laminate trimmer on the arm, plus a holder for a Stanley router below the table. He also added a gear motor and chain drive to raise and lower the table electrically. All original machinery is still intact, though. Table is 28" x 32". Foot pedal is smooth but a little heavy. Depth stops added by previous owner. 5" stroke on the head. Frankly, a very nice set of modifications. No model info or serial number info on the machine. There is a brass "78" tag, probably a shop number.

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Comments: Left side. Note the gear motor under the table.
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Comments: Head. Square bracket is new, as is depth stop assembly.
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Comments: Under table. Note up/down switch and chain drive.
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Comments: Badge. 3300-32 Palmer St, Chicago IL
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