Vandercook C15 Proof Press

The Vandercook is an American made, hand-operated, cylinder proofing press. Many are still being used in the USA by the new breed of letterpress enthusiasts. Ink Spot Press has a beautifully restored Vandercook proofing press (serial no. 23103), manufactured in 1963 that has been exquisitely  refurbished by Basil Head. It looks brand new and has a maximum sheet size of approx. 36 cm x 46 cm.

FAG Swissproof 40 Proof Press

As the name suggests, this slightly larger, hand-operated press was manufactured in Lausanne Switzerland in the 1950’s. With a sheet size of approx. 38 cm. x 56 cm. it has 4 front lays to the Vandercook’s 2 lays. Both have micrometer adjustment of front and side lays to give very accurate register when printing 2 or more colours.

We have also gathered metal and wooden type from around the country, including Cockermouth Museum, so that we have an impressive selection of over 180 Cases of Type to work with.