Photo Index - Gallmeyer & Livingston Co. - model unknown

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Gallmeyer & Livingston Co.
Grand Rapids, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Jointer
Machine Size:	6" long bed
Submitted By:	Stephen Angeloff

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	model unknown
Date of Manufacturer:	unknown
Serial Number:
Last Updated	9/3/2009 10:42:01 PM

Comments:

I didn't want to see this poor little jointer make a trip to a Chinese smelter, so I took it home and refurbished it. I had no idea who made the thing, but with the kind help of other OWWM'ers and the photo index I discovered that this was a "Union" jointer made by Gallmeyer & Livingston, here in Michigan. Most likely the jointer came from the factory with a nice cast iron base, but that's long gone. The little fellow cleaned up well, but there is still some pitting of the metal surfaces, due to the extremely rusty condition I found the jointer in. I was surprised and very pleased to find that this is a very well-performing jointer. It's satisfying to know that I saved a good machine from a certain and ignominious fate! Now to find or make a cutterhead guard.

Photo 1:

Comments: before - not much to look at , is it?
Source: my sony

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Photo 2:

Comments: front view, on imromptu base and with Craftsman 3600 rpm motor
Source: my sony

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Photo 3:

Comments: rear view of fence
Source: my sony

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Photo 4:

Comments: back infeed side
Source: my sony

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Comments: top view, note pitting and chips on table lip
Source: my sony

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Comments: rear view showing belt drive. Bearing and retainer are massive because these jointers were available with a direct mount motor.
Source: my sony

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