UK DIXON BC 1201-7

Item number                           :           UK DIXON BC 1201-7

Origin                                     :           England

Style                                       :           English Style

Gauge                                     :           12

Suitable for pinfire                 :           Yes                                         Stabilizer:        No

Shell extractor                        :           Yes

Maker                                     :           JAMES DIXON & SONS, Cornish Place, Sheffield

Markings                                :           “1201” , “J.D&S”, 12 on press handle, “B”, “O” on body

Biggest length                        :           300 mm

Weight                                   :           614 grams

Pressure handle                      :           Cast iron, with ebony grip. No 5 shown in catalogue 1882

Turning handle                       :           Cast iron, with ebony grip.

Closing cup                            :           Brass.

Materials body                       :           Cast iron

Paint                                       :           Repainted

Table clamp                            :           Top consists of two parts, a small one and a bigger one, both with handmade little pins. Screw has small round top with 4 sharp pins.

Condition                               :           Good

Repairs                                   :           None

Remarks                                 :           In this collection there are 7 Dixon tools with no. 1201. All with press handle no. 5 and a hinge with spring.