Photo Index - Ford-Smith Machine Co., Ltd. - Model 260 6" x 3/4" Wheels

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Ford-Smith Machine Co., Ltd.
Hamilton, ON

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Grinder, Bench
Machine Size:	6"
Submitted By:	Peter Bush

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Model 260 6" x 3/4" Wheels
Date of Manufacturer:	1945-1955 ?
Serial Number:	A 28
Last Updated	3/5/2019 9:12:18 PM

Comments:

Aquired from kijiji ad in Huntsville On., for $20.00 - I don't need it, but have never seen such a small one before so I had to buy it.... plus it was only a 5 minute drive from the cottage I was staying at.
Had a switch box with a light switch on it when I got it. Removed this and uncovered serial number and orginal switch opening.
Only a 6" grinder, but very heavily built - catalogue lists weight at 84 Lbs!
I have seen lots of large Ford-Smith grinders, but this is the first "cute" little one.
I love the Art-Deco styling of it - Very similar to the massive 24" twin disc Besly sander I have in storage..

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Comments: Front of grinder - missing wheel covers, one tool rest, and safety shields.
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Comments: Image from 1950 Canadian Faibanks-Morse Catalogue
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Comments: Model number and CSA approval plate
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Comments: Serial number A28...
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Comments: Rear of grinder. Socket head Cap screws allow up or down movement of motor to tighten drive belt
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Comments: underside of grinder showing motor mount and drive system
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