Adams & Co. Legacy and Estate Services

a classic piece of American-made workshop history: a vintage Atlas Press Company Model 53 Benchtop Drill Press. Manufactured in Kalamazoo, Michigan, this heavy-duty industrial tool is built like a tank and features the iconic cast-iron streamlined pulley guard dome complete with its original red-and-silver Atlas badge. Product Specifications • Manufacturer: Atlas Press Company (Kalamazoo, Mich., U.S.A.) • Model Number: 53 • Serial Number: 030897 • Type: Benchtop / Tabletop • Construction: Solid cast-iron head, column, table, and base • Features: Four-step spindle pulley configuration, adjustable slotted production table, manual feed handle with locking depth stop mechanism, and integrated toggle power switch. Condition This drill press is being sold in authentic, unrestored survivor condition. It displays a beautiful operational patina with standard surface rust, dust, and workspace wear consistent with a classic mid-century workshop tool. The assembly is complete, structural components are entirely intact without cracks in the cast iron, and all mechanical adjustments move smoothly. A fantastic candidate for a straightforward restoration project or to use immediately as a rugged, dependable shop workhorse. Please review the high-resolution photos carefully to assess cosmetics and completeness prior to bidding.