1862 London Exhibition: Catalogue: Class 7.: W. Parker and Sons
1680. PARKER, W., and SONS, Northampton.
Boot and shoe making machine.
MACHINE FOR ATTACHING THE SOLES OF BOOTS AND SHOES BY MEANS OF SCREWS, etc. Secured by Her Majesty's royal letters patent.
This simple and ingenious invention, from the facility and ease with which it can be worked, its portable construction, and the great saving of time and labour over the old system, cannot fail to recommend itself.
An inspection of it will fully convince the trade of its great advantages, not only as to economy, but in general usefulness.
Each machine is manufactured under the supervision of the exhibitors by experienced workmen, and is thoroughly tested before being sent out.
It occupies a very small space, can be transported with perfect ease, and worked in any situation commanding sufficient light.
The principal recommendations are—
Its entire simplicity — the use of it being acquired in a few hours by any boy of ordinary intelligence.
Its speed — being worked by hand, treadle, or steam power.
Its durability — being strong and fitted with mechanical precision, it remains in use for years without requiring repair of any kind.
The screw can be varied (by simply changing the die) to suit every description of work, from the lightest to the strongest.
Particulars can be obtained and the machine seen in constant use by applying to the exhibitors.
The proprietors are prepared to treat for the sale of this patent.