Printer's Proof Press, 1895-1900

Before large editions of books or newspapers went into production on mechanized presses, proof presses were often used to make single prints--to proofread hand-set type galleys. Hand presses were becoming obsolete in the late 19th century, but Shniedewend marketed his device as a way to check the quality of photo-engraved image blocks. It is functionally identical to a Washington press.