Drilling machine with three spindles, by James H. Burton, August 16, 1852. The drilling mechanism, which is belt-fed and stands upright, was probably used for locks and the like. Year: 1852. Image Credit: Smithsonian Neg. No. 91-10753CT; Harpers Ferry NHP Cat. No. 13655.

Harpers Ferry NHP Catalog No. burt-25. You may purchase duplicate copies of this image from the Harpers Ferry Historical Association. Please call 304-535-6881 for more information, or email the Harpers Ferry Historical Association.