• M.E.S Starting Out Press 16" - Melbourne Etching Supplies

M.E.S Starting Out Press 16"

Designed as a hobby press for transferring small images including cards. Suitable for schools and artists commencing printmaking. For smaller plates, this press can be used for both intaglio and relief processes.

The bed is made from high density fibreboard with a tough laminate coating.

Solid steel 21/2" diameter top and bottom rollers.
16H Starting out Press 16 inch press.
Bedsize: 405x600 mm

*Please note, the stand is not included in the price. The Starting Out Press Stand 25mm angle steel is an Optional Extra.

*If you need to have this press delivered, you will also need to purchase a custom made delivery crate. Alternatively, the press can be picked up in store.

All M.E.S Presses are speciality items and are made to order. Turnaround times are approximately 3 months.
Please note, presses are quoted as individual items and are not necessarily as imaged. Quotes need to be made for accurate pricing of press, stand, castors etc.
If you would like to order a press, please contact us directly at 03 9419 5666 or at mes@mes.net.au

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