Photo Index - Oliver Machinery Co. - 194

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Oliver Machinery Co.
Grand Rapids, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Mortising Machine
Machine Size:	1 hp
Submitted By:	William Thomas

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	194
Date of Manufacturer:	1947-48
Serial Number:	68783 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	12/21/2010 10:49:31 PM

Comments:

I bought this mortiser from Matt Towner (newtown). He got it out in the midwest. It is all original and in good shape. It has a 1hp, 3 ph. Louis Allis motor, which is unusual. Most 194s have 1/2 hp motors. The 194 is a nicely thought out rig with the table mounted on a cylinder so that it can tilt easily. The table is positioned vertically by a simple pawl that locks into the notches in the column. To raise it you simply lift the table. The foot treadle folds up to prevent barked shins when not in use. I added adjustable handles to the chisel bracket as well as the table stops for more efficiency.

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Comments: Home in my shop
Source: Bill Thomas

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Comments: The brass chicken is pretty worn, but the serial # is still visible
Source: Bill Thomas

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Comments: Motor plate
Source: Matt Towner

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Comments: OEM 5/8" chisel mounting bushing
Source: Bill Thomas

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Comments: New bushing and mount for 3/4" chisel shanks. Adjustable handle added
Source: Bill Thomas

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Comments: New adjustable handles on the table stops
Source: Bill Thomas

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