Morrison Perfection A
L2015.1.1
Saddle stitching for pamphlets, magazines, etc
Long-Term Loans
circa 1890
New York
New York
United States
North America
Machine, Binding
Bookbinding Equipment
Printing T&E
Category 06: Tools & Equipment for Communication
tools and equipmentmachines
39 in
23 in
Iron
The “Perfection A” is the first model of Perfection Wire Stitchers released by the J.L. Morrison Company, to meet increased demand for the printed work (caused by increasing literacy) and the needs of stationary binding. Unlike the later models which were powered by electricity, this one relied on hand or foot power, with a treadle and lever to create the wire stitch, or staple. This machine is inoperable, unlike the No. 6 in the Exhibit Hall. From the collection of Eric Holub.