Vintage Goodell Pratt No 9 Bench Top Hand Crank Drill Press Restored Antique For Sale

Up for sale is a beautifully restored, fully operational piece of American craftsmanship. A Goodell-Pratt No. 9 precision bench top drill press. Manufactured in Greenfield, Massachusetts during the golden era of toolmaking, this jeweler and machinist press is fully functional and ready for either immediate workshop use or display. This unit has been completely overhauled, disassembled, thoroughly cleaned, and stripped of historical grease and rust. It features a premium, clean finish in classic industrial gray with a vibrant red accent on the main drive wheel and a dark handwheel finish. Mechanically, the tool functions flawlessly. The two-speed gear train is immaculate. All cast bevel gear teeth are sharp and unbroken with zero chips. The original knurled shifting pin pulls and locks smoothly, allowing you to easily switch between gear speeds. The brass spindle bushing features its crisp, original \"OIL\" stamping and provides clean, lubricated rotation with no wobble. Additionally, the cast bearing loops are rock solid with no hairline fractures or structural wear. Precision accuracy is excellent. The knurled chuck opens and closes smoothly to hold small drill bits firmly. As shown in the macro photos, the spindle alignment is true, meeting the center of the circular work table perfectly. The table itself is pristine and completely free of the unsightly drill scars or gouges typically found on antique tools. Its original height locking arm adjusts and secures without slipping. For mounting, the bottom clamp includes clean threads and a strong thumbscrew to lock onto any workbench edge. The frame also retains its integrated dual bolt holes if you prefer a permanent tabletop installation. This is an exceptional, display ready example for any antique tool collector, jeweler, or hobbyist. It will be packed with extreme care using heavy duty padding to ensure safe delivery. Please review all high resolution photos to appreciate the quality of this restoration, and feel free to reach out with any questions!