14

Grinder

15

This grinder was used to shape and smooth workpieces. There is a coarse and a fine stone, the coarse for removing metal quickly and the fine one for a smoother finish.

16

Drill press

17

This drill press was used fo bore holes in metal. Like the trip hammer and the grinder, it was powered by a belt running on a common shaft.

18

Drill press gearing

19

The speed of the drill could be varied by adjusting the gears.Generally speaking, a larger bit would require that a lower speed be used.All the open gears and drive belts show the differences in safety legislation between our era and the hayday of the smithy.

20

Bits used for the drill press

21

Bits (up to 1 1/4 inch) used in the drill press

22

Common drve shaft and belt

23

This photo shows the center section of the common drive shaft; it runs the entire width of the building. The belt seen here is the one that drives the trip hammer.

24

Engine for powering equipment

25

Here is the engine that powered the common drive shaft through the belt visible in the foreground. The engine itself is a four cylinder Waukeshaw gas motor.

26

Heater

27

This is the heater that warmed the shop in winter.