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Manufactured/Badged by:
Sears | Craftsman
Chicago, IL

True Manufacturer:
Herberts Machinery Co., Los Angeles, CA
Machine Specifications
Machine Class: Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type: Shaper, Wood
Machine Size: 14" diameter table
Submitted By: John Eaton
Machine Specifications
Description/Model: Catalog# 590 Ball Bearing Shaper
Date of Manufacturer: 1930s (early)
Serial Number: none
Last Updated 10/28/2020 1:06:04 PM

Comments:
I picked up this interesting all cast iron shaper at an estate sale. Note the "Craftsman" name embossed on the base and the patent numbers.

(Admin BAK, 10/28/2020: Added catalog number. Original post 7/30/2008.)

Photo 1:

Comments: Shaper with hold-down and fence
Source: John Eaton
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Photo 2:

Comments: Shaper Top
Source: John Eaton
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Photo 3:

Comments: Patent Number on base
Source: John Eaton
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