Cast Iron Printing Press Block Bracket – Rusted Salvage

Description :
This compact, rectangular cast iron bracket was recovered from a lot of vintage printing press equipment. It most likely functioned as a press alignment or guide component due to its shape, internal ridge, and mounting holes. The surface features significant rust and pitting, indicative of long-term use in an industrial print environment. Despite its corrosion, the structure remains solid—ideal for restoration, reuse in printmaking, or as a conversation-starting artifact from America's print history.

Era:
Mid-20th Century

Style:
Industrial / Machine-Age Functional

Technique:
Sand casting with post-cast drilling

Tools Used:
Casting molds, drill press, print alignment jigs

History:
Recovered from a disassembled letterpress workshop, used in mechanical printing setups

Manufacturer / Maker:
Maker: Unknown

Suggested Weight:
Approx. 1–1.5 lbs

Item Number : P13988

Category : Industrial Misc

Brand : UK

Measurements

Width : 2"
Length : 3"