Hope, how old are your rollers? Sometimes they can wear unevenly.Judith

Try paper presentations, jam paper and envelopes, or astro paper.

Gary,From what i understand, there is no sizing in the lettra paper. As a result, ink can travel on the fibers. Crane’s Crest is a perfect match for color. It does have a watermark. Strathmore writing, color soft white is a good match also.

I use small rigid business card boxes. They stack nicely on shelves and you can write pantone number + date on the end. Then i smudge some ink on the top edge.

I would recommend Graphic Roller in Glendora, californiaGraphic Roller Co.740 E Route 66 , Glendora , CA 91740 | 626-335-5004They can also recommend if the old cores will save you $$$. Sometimes new cores would be better and there are most likely specifications for what the factory originally used. Best of luck to you and your new pressEmailFollow…[Read more]

I have cleaned drawers (without type) in the bathtub. You can use a bit of Murphy’s Oil Soap, a scrubby, let it dry in the sun and the put some orange oil on it. I don’t know if this is the “right” way to do it, it is just the way I have done it. I will be watching to see what others do. good question.

Jessica’s advice is great. Another way to give it a try is  set up the press with an old plate, Once all your adjustments are made, put your new plate on. That way if there is a problem, you have not damaged a plate that you still need to use. It is always better to error on not enough packing and work your way up to the correct pressure you are…[Read more]

I use quick books and I love it. I only use it for billing and sending out paid notices. I have an accountant who pays the bills….. I do this instead of a housekeeper. I would much rather vacumn than pay bills. 

This does look like a foil stamper.Have you looked on Briar Press?How much does it weigh?If you haven’t found answers, give me a ring 530-273-5606. I have run a few different foil stampers.This looks like a hand fed one. how does the impression go on?Judith