UK DIXON MF 1205

Item number                           :           UK DIXON 1205

Origin                                     :           England

Style                                       :           MULTI TOOL

Gauge                                     :           16

Functions                               :           Rammer, funnel,  and closer

Suitable for pinfire                 :           Yes

Maker                                     :           JAMES DIXON & SONS, CORNISH PLACE, SHEFFIELD

Markings                                :           “1205”, James Dixon & sons Sheffield”, “12” on pressure handle

Biggest length                        :           280 mm

Height                                    :           310 mm

Weight                                   :           1079 grams

Press handle                            :           Red painted cast iron with ebony grip. The no. 4 lever.

Turning handle                       :           Black painted cast iron with ebony grip

Crimper                                  :           Cast iron body with brass closing cup

Cartridge pusher                    :           Fails

Materials body                       :           Cast iron

Paint                                       :           Retains almost al of its original red paint

Table clamp                            :           Square with a lot of hand made pins. Screw has round top with 4 pins

Condition                               :           Good

Repairs                                   :           None

Remarks                                 :           No special features according the catalogue