UK DIXON MF 1208C

Item number                           :           UK DIXON MF 1208C

Origin                                     :           England

Style                                       :           MULTI  FUNCTION

Gauge                                     :           12

Functions                               :           Closer, funnel, rammer

Suitable for pinfire                 :           Yes

Stabilizer                                :           Yes

Maker                                     :           James Dixon & Sons, Sheffield

Markings                                :           “1208C”, the Trumpet, “J.D & S” PATENT”, “12”

Biggest length                        :           300 mm

Height                                    :           240 mm

Weight                                       :           945 grams

Press handle                            :           Steel with ebony grip

Turning handle                       :           Black painted steel with ebony grip

Closing cup                            :           Brass

Cartridge pusher                    :           No

Materials body                       :           Cast iron with brass funnel and funnel tube. Short shell tube

Paint                                       :           Retains most of its original green paint

Table clamp                            :           Top square with 4 deep ribs. Screw top is round without pins

Condition                               :           Good

Repairs                                   :           None

Remarks                                 :

According to the 1882 catalogue, the 1208 is a Vertical Loading Machine, with horizontal closer with double clip lever (no 6), half barrel closer, 3^rd quality .

There is not a 1208C in this catalogue