Photo Index - Walker-Turner Co., Inc. - "Driver" line, model 9B5351

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Walker-Turner Co., Inc.
Jersey City, NJ; Plainfield, NJ

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Jig or Scroll Saw
Machine Size:	14" throat, 1-3/4" sawing capacity
Submitted By:	Dennis Teepe

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	"Driver" line, model 9B5351
Date of Manufacturer:	1931
Serial Number:	n/a
Last Updated	7/17/2020 9:34:14 PM

Comments:

I spotted this in a CL ad and picked it up in New Haven, CT. 1-1/2 hour drive each way, 220 mile round trip, but worth it for such a rare machine.
From a 1931 Sears catalog -
The "DRIVER" Jig Saw is absolutely safe to use, well balanced, accurate and free from vibration. The table tilts to 45 degrees, accommodating a wide variety of work. The arms are of wood encased in steel, a feature which combines the strength of steel with the flexibility of wood. Driving mechanism is mounted independent of table. A turnbuckle provides adjustment for tension of saw blade. A set of fret saw adapters is provided for holding the small fret saws used in delicate scroll work. The larger pin type blades are held by the standard clips. Size of table, 8x8 in.; throat, 14"; sawing capacity, wood, 1-3/4 in. Height over all, 11 in.
Best operating speed for the Jig Saw is from about 450 to 500 P.P.M., obtained by using the 9B6573 pulley on counter shaft or motor.
This machine appears complete with no missing or broken parts.
This machine weighs only 13 lbs, 2.5 oz., is 21 inches long and not quite 12" high.
I also bought an early (1936?) A. C. Gilbert No. 10 Jig Saw. from the same seller.
The seller gave me a Craftsman 3-wheel band saw, model 103.24300, a bit rusty and beat up, but ok for a parts machine.
The seller could not provide any good history on this machine, just that he picks up machines from his neighbors and yard sales.

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Comments: Walker-Turner 9B5351
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