rage wroteHello everyone,
I have recently purchased a vintage Keil Key cutter machine. It is really a work of art. After doing some research, it seems similar to the 31/2 model. Mine doesn’t have a model number tag on it. It is stamped “403”. Any info would be very much appreciated.
I have included some pics. (have more)
Thanks, Rage
Very nice, yes; appears be to a model 3-½ combination of the fully automatic duplicator and code machine, #1 and the #6 turret, cylinder, flat, bit keys*. Francis Keil & Son, Inc. (Keil New York) was formed in 1876, they were acquired by competitor Ilco (now Kaba Ilco Corp.) in the 1930s who moved the manufacturing facilities to Charlestown, NH.# Although no longer in business as a seperate entity, Kaba Ilco Corp. still owns the brand and has sold some key blanks under the Keil marque.
*From Laurie Simon’s Simon-Says website
#Adapted from Locks and Lockmakers of America, Rev. 3rd Ed. by Thomas F. Hennessy
Pete Schifferli
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