USMC 7 1/2 Summit Splitting Machine

[Deek]

For repair/restoration, I don't have the time for this project.
Made by United Shoe Machinery Corporation probably between 1910-1940.

Good for veg-tan, not so much chrome. Could probably use on heavy rubbers.
Will split up to 7 1/2" wide material.

It needs to be stripped and repainted.

An arm of the height gauge is broken off, you'll need to solder or braze on a small piece of brass.
Otherwise, it's easy enough to just reset it by hand and read the gauge.

Original USM blade. I also have the nuts and bolts for mounting the blade
Blade will need to be reground, see chips.

Easy enough to turn by hand. You would calibrate it using the same principles as any other fixed blade splitter,
The blade is not mounted right now but I can show you where you would adjust it.

If you want to motorize it:
I have the 2" pulley for connecting this machine to a motor.
You will need probably at least a 3hp motor.
I thought I had a 2" belt as well, if I find it before you pick it up I'll give it to you.

On second floor, weighs near 300 lbs, you will need help.
I got it up by taking it apart and still needed help to get the main frame up.
It's a fairly simple assembly, you can video it when we disassemble it.
I wouldn't try picking this up in anything smaller than an SUV, even disassembled.

I'd like to see pictures when you've got it fixed up!

Pick up in Middle Island, NY. $300

 

[DavidMillsSaddlery]

Wish I was closer! 

[diablomagik]

Is this still available? 

[Deek]

38 minutes ago, diablomagik said:

Is this still available? 

Yessir.

[diablomagik]

Would you be available Monday for me to come pick it up? 

[Deek]

2 hours ago, diablomagik said:

Would you be available Monday for me to come pick it up? 

Yes I will. PM me so we can exchange contact info.
That is quite a drive from VA. 

[diablomagik]

Sent you my cell. Let me know if you didn't receive it. 

[Deek]

Splitter is Sold.