{"product_id":"vintage-ellams-bantam-model-duplicator-1930s-portable-printing-set-box","title":"Vintage Ellams Bantam Model Duplicator - 1930s Portable Printing Set Box","description":"\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"4\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eA fascinating piece of pre-war office technology, this set includes the \"Bantam Model\" duplicator base blotter and several original accessories. The kit features an internal printing plate and a hinged frame designed for stencil-based printing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIncluded in the set:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eOriginal Wooden Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Features a metal carry handle and the maker's brass nameplate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAccessories:\u003c\/b\u003e A vintage metal ink roller, an \"Ellams Bantam Model\" duplicator ink tube in its original box, a \"FilwaX\" correction fluid tube and box, and a boxed Ellams Stylus Pen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eEphemera:\u003c\/b\u003e The set contains a printed notice for the \"Hawkstone Lawn Tennis Club\" Annual General Meeting, dated \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"111\"\u003e15th March 1937\u003c\/b\u003e, providing a charming historical context to the set’s previous use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eThe set is in \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10\" data-index-in-node=\"14\"\u003eoriginal vintage condition\u003c\/b\u003e and is sold as a historical curiosity\/display item:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHinges:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"8\"\u003eOne of the internal hinges on the wooden box is broken\u003c\/b\u003e, meaning the lid is loose and requires care when opening (see photos).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eConsumables:\u003c\/b\u003e The ink, correction fluid, and other chemicals are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"64\"\u003euntested and likely dried or expired\u003c\/b\u003e due to age. They are included for historical completeness only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWooden Case:\u003c\/b\u003e Shows significant age-related wear, including scuffs, historic scratches, and staining consistent with being a functional tool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMechanism:\u003c\/b\u003e The duplicator components appear intact but are \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"59\"\u003esold as untested\u003c\/b\u003e for functional use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDimensions\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eHeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 12 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/b\u003e 25.5 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"14,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/b\u003e 30 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"The Furniture Recycling Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57491804750207,"sku":"605\/0051","price":55.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1072\/6024\/files\/IMG_5393.jpg?v=1778353614","url":"https:\/\/www.furniturerecyclingshop.co.uk\/products\/vintage-ellams-bantam-model-duplicator-1930s-portable-printing-set-box","provider":"Furniture Recycling Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}