Description
Item number : UK DIXON BC 1163-2
Origin : United Kingdom
Style : Screw Pressure Mechanism
Gauge : 16
Suitable for pinfire : No
Stabilizer : No
Cartridge pusher : Yes
Maker : James Dixon & Sons
Markings : JAMES DIXON & SONS SHEFFIELD”, and “1163” on the downside of the press handle.
“RIVIERE & BAKER’S PATENT” and “16” at the front side of the press handle
Biggest length : 160 mm
Weight : 570 grams
Press handle : Black japanned lever with ebony grip.
Turning handle : Black japanned steel with ebony grip
Closing cup : Steel
Materials body : Cast iron body
Paint : Retains most of its original green paint
Table clamp : Steel screw has round top with 4 sharp pins.
Top rectangular with handmade sharp pins
Condition : Good
Repairs : None
Remarks : See Baker 2014 page 84
1163 would be the 1st quality. That means with hardened levers. But these are japanned.