Restoring Arab Platen Presses to Perfection

Specialising in the sale and restoration of Arab and platen presses. Our wide range of parts and services ensures that these historic machines continue to operate at their best.

Expertise

Restoring Arab Presses to Perfection

With years of experience working with classic machinery and a specialisation in Arab Presses, Engineer Guy Brudenell is dedicated to restoring these historic machines to their former glory. Whether you need parts, repairs, or a complete restoration, we have the expertise to ensure your Arab press operates at its best.

15" x 10" Chase

1. Arab Crown Folio

The Arab Crown Folio is a robust and reliable platen press, featuring a 15” x 10” chase size. This model is perfect for larger print jobs, offering precision and durability. Its treadle operation allows for consistent, manual control, making it ideal for traditional letterpress printing techniques.

Our Process

• New rollers
• New leather roller bearers
• Oiled hardwood machine battens

Genine

• Josiah Wade parts list
• Certificate with the serial number, date, and place of manufacture

13” X 9” Chase

2. Arab Crown Folio

The Arab Foolscap Folio is a versatile and efficient platen press, with a 13” x 9” chase size. This model is well-suited for smaller to medium-sized print projects. Its treadle mechanism ensures a hands-on printing experience, preserving the craftsmanship of classic letterpress printing.

Our Process

• New rollers
• New leather roller bearers
• Oiled hardwood machine battens

Genine

• Josiah Wade parts list
• Certificate with the serial number, date, and place of manufacture

Parts

Find the Perfect Parts for Your Arab Press

At Letterpress Restorations, we offer a wide range of second-hand and new parts for Arab presses, as well as Arab presses themselves. Whether you need rollers, runners, bearers, or complete treadles, we have the quality parts you're looking for. Our expertise in restoration ensures that these historic machines continue to operate at their best.

About Us: Restoring Arab Platen Presses to Their Former Glory

At Letterpress Restorations, we specialise in the restoration and sale of Arab platen presses. Our wide range of parts and services ensures that these historic machines continue to operate at their best.

Quality Parts

We sell second-hand and manufacture new parts for Arab presses, including rollers, runners, bearers, and complete treadles.

Expert Services

Contact us for a Josiah Wade parts list and discover how we can assist you.

Expertise

Our Process

At Letterpress Restorations, we follow a meticulous restoration process to ensure the highest quality and authenticity of Arab platen presses. Our team of experts is dedicated to preserving these historic machines for future generations.

Evaluation and Inspection

We start by thoroughly evaluating and inspecting each Arab platen press to identify any issues or areas that require attention.

Precision Restoration Process

Our restoration process involves precise repairs, replacement of worn-out parts, and meticulous cleaning to bring the presses back to their original functionality.

Quality Assurance and Testing

Before finalizing the restoration, we conduct rigorous quality assurance checks and thorough testing to ensure that the press operates flawlessly.

Expert Restoration

At Letterpress Restorations, we specialise in restoring and selling Arab platen presses. Our experienced team ensures these historic machines operate at their best.