Joyce 15 ton ratchet screw jack

[454ragtop]

Found this jack at a small antique/junk shop a couple weeks ago. Thought it was pretty interesting, and since it was only $5., figured what the hell, and bought it. The ram was stuck, but after soaking it with oil for a couple days and working it, got it freed up, works great now, can spin the ratchet with one finger. Shown next to it is an old screw jack I've had hanging around for a few years, found it at the boneyard. Don't really know why I need them, but they're old and interesting.
Jim

 

[mkat1951]

I just bought a 15 ton Joyce jack as well. I walked by it half a dozen times at a swap meet and I couldn't live without it, I have no use for it right now but I knew I'd be mad at myself if I left without it.

 

[jockeylot]

That's what they say. You got to buy it when you see it.