When I began printing in the early 1970’s I bought a 5×8 Excelsior, new from the Kelsey Company in Meriden, Connecticut. After a decade or more of no use I sold the press and most of the supplies. Now as my collection has been rebooted it was only natural to add one though the price has climbed significantly since I sold my larger one and I settled for an older, smaller, repaired one. I bought it from a sale at the Museum of Printing in Haverhill, Massachusetts. The idea was to use it to demonstrate on the road at events for Conestoga Press.
- Excelsior Press – Information and links about Kelsey presses.
- Restoration – Kelsey press restoration.
- Printer’s Guide – I bought mine for 50 cents with my first press.
- Kelsey Catalog – I studied mine for hours in the 1970’s.
- Presses and Instructional Material – Circuitous Root site.
My electric gas can uke. In my case it made more sense that it would be a can of blasting powder. Got it as a crowd-funded project that was so successful they had difficulty meeting the big demand and I waited for it a long time past due date, but it was worth it. One of the more unique ukuleles I have. It’s a bit of a challenge to play, so I don’t often, but fun to do.
Ah the digital life… if you can remember your phone. I suppose I’m actually a bit happy that I’m not so attached to my