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Manufactured/Badged by:
George A. Ohl & Co.
Newark, NJ

Machine Specifications
Machine Class: Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type: Other
Machine Size: 36 inch
Submitted By: Doug Ripka
Machine Specifications
Description/Model: Ohl Power/foot shear
Date of Manufacturer: 1800's?
Serial Number: none
Last Updated 8/13/2015 1:34:30 PM

Comments:
As sold at Amish consignment auction, I suspect the overhead bearings were for carrying a shaft and cams to push the blade down automatically.

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Comments: Ohl foot shear
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Comments: Brass badge on back of machine
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Comments: foot pedal
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Comments: upper bearing
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Comments: width of cutting face
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