Photo Index - B. F. Barnes Co. - Camelback Drill Press

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Manufactured/Badged by:
B. F. Barnes Co.
Rockford, IL

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Drill Press
Machine Size:	14 inch
Submitted By:	Brent Aukes

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Camelback Drill Press
Date of Manufacturer:	1907
Serial Number:	unknown
Last Updated	11/24/2009 7:39:03 PM

Comments:

I saw this press sell at auction in Wyanet, IL and let it go, only to get a second chance opportunity from the executor of the estate 2 weeks later saying that the original purchaser never arrived. Down the slope I went a little further, bringing home this and a big flat belt drive grinder. I know little more about the history of it except that it was owned by a building moving company in Wyanet, IL. I am guessing the age at 1907 or thereabouts because the quill is marked Rockford Drilling Machine Company and the castings are marked B.F. Barnes. History indicates that B.F was kicked out of his company in 1907 and Rockford Drilling took over so I am guessing based on this evidence. I have ambitions of putting this back in the shop but the quill is missing some gear teeth and I don't know if fixing it will be in my budget or even possible with my skill set. I could possibly weld up some structure on the quill, but, I am not well enough equipped to cut new teeth. Another option would be to find an exixting quill with good fitting teeth and proper O.D. and turn the I.D. to accept the shaft. Once decided, if I choose to turn it out, I will offer it up here first for someone more savvy to take a shot. The press is very complete with a Jacobs #3 chuck and the original shift pedal and flat pulleys still in place. The pedal was repaired once, fairly cleanly as it was cracked in an earlier life. Bearings turn smoothly and seem pretty sound. The table has had a nice smile (or frown) drilled into it over the years. I suppose it adds character and is pretty common. The search for a quill may be tough. What I like about it is that is stands about 6 feet tall making it a manageable size for my shop. Still Undecided??? For now, I thought I would add it to the photos for reference as I did not see any 14 inch drill listed and the 14 inch measurement is cast into the body of the press. Any advise on the quill is welcome.

Photo 1:

Comments: head of drill
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Photo 2:

Comments: Whole drill as purchased
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Comments: Table...Ouch!!
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Comments: shifter peddle
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