Late 19th c. JBL Dental Fabrik Press c.1882
$395
ABOUT
This cast iron dental press from Dental-Fabrik represents a crucial piece of 19th-century dental laboratory equipment. Used in the lost-wax casting process, this press compressed flask halves under extreme pressure while acrylic or rubber materials were molded into denture forms, ensuring dense packing and eliminating air bubbles for a perfect patient fit. The German engineering reflects the country's reputation for precision dental manufacturing during this era. Cast iron construction with visible wear consistent with professional use. A fascinating artifact of pre-digital dental prosthetics history.
- CREATOR JBL Co., Germany.
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DATE OF MANUFACTURE c.1882.
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MATERIALS AND TECHNIQUES Cast Iron.
- CONDITION Good. Wear consistent with age and use. Functions properly.
- DIMENSIONS H 12.5-15.75 in. W 11 in. D 3.5 in.
HISTORY
Unknown.
