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Industrial 1920s F &e Check Writer "the Lightning" Byhedman Manufacturing

US $50.00

Kingsburg, California, United States
Jan 30th

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This 1920s F & E Check Protector was used in my cousin's family business in Tahoe City. It has been carefully handed down through the family and we are now ready to part with it. It is in very good condition, having only minor scratches in the ivory enamal paint. After almost 100 years, it still works! To a true collector of vintage and antique technology, this Check Writer is a great find! The Hedman website offers great insight into the creation of the F & E Check Protector. In 1914, Hebert R. Hedman, a Chicago native with Swedish roots, borrowed $5,000 from his father to establish the Hedman Manufacturing Company. The firm was established to produce check protector machines that protect businesses from the common crime of forgery. Hedman's machine was the first check protector to write out the complete dollar amount with Arabic numerals in one simple operation. In addition, this first protector presented a patented process, engineered by Hedman, that printed the exact amount of the check by shredding and macerating indelible ink into the fibers of the paper. The results was a tamperproof document. Upon hearing about the Hedman Check Protector, Hedman's main competitor sent two men to attempt a buy out. Instead, these two men, Fessler & Evans, reached an agreement with Herbert Hedman to distribute his machines. This is the origin of the first "F&E". This piece has all labels/plates intact, including where to have it serviced in San Francisco, CA. In includes the original cover distributed by F & E, which may explain the quality of the condition of this machine. It has been well cared for by the family, and is very clean and a wonderful example of antique office equipment. It measures 9" D by 7" W by 7" H, and weighs about 15 pounds. They just don't make 'em like this anymore! A great item to use for office decor or to add to your own collection!

Condition	Used : An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections.
Seller Notes	“Used but in beautiful condition. Still prints checks!”