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Nicholas F. Jones
26-Apr-2001, 21:16
Hi everyone,

I'm considering the purchase of a Seal dry mount press but need more information than I've been able to obtain from the usual sources. I'm not near a store whe re I can inspect the merchandise before buying, and I certainly don't want to ha ve to return such a heavy object to the seller. Can anyone direct me to a Seal URL or sales catalogue where the various models are described in detail? Any ot her information, esp. concerning the most recent models, would be welcome also. At the moment I have my eye on the 160M. Thanks.

Doug Paramore
26-Apr-2001, 22:07
Nick: Go to the Dick Blick Art Supplies web site, then to the framing section and then to the dry mounting section. They have a couple of Seal dry mount presses in their catalog, including specs. Hope this helps.

Regaards,

Henry Friedman
26-Apr-2001, 22:35
If you're thinking of buying new, check Calumet. They recently advertised a 210M for a few hyndred less than regular price (but still not cheap). You can also look on e-bay, used presses are often offered for auction.

Jim_1228
27-Apr-2001, 00:34
Nick,

I have had my 160M for about 7 or 8 years now. It's a real workhorse, and I've been extremely pleased with the results...no complaints (and I can be quite picky) I think you are considering an excellent choice.

Jim

neil poulsen
27-Apr-2001, 01:20
Sometimes you can find these in swap meets for reasonable prices. I picked one up for about $200 that will do 16x20, and I've been quite pleased with it.

Ken Burns
27-Apr-2001, 12:10
Nick:

http://www.sealbrands.com/websites/sealbrands/HWMN.nsf/Seal+Main? OpenFrameSet

Larry Burk
27-Apr-2001, 13:27
Helix Photo in Chicago has a special on new Seal 210M presses for 799.99. I acquired one of these about a month ago. URL is http://www.helixphoto.com/home.html

Larry Burk

Ken Cravillion
28-Apr-2001, 14:54
Larry, thanks for letting use know about Helix's price, I just ordered one this afternoon.

KGC Photo (http://www.kgcphoto.com)

Nicholas F. Jones
28-Apr-2001, 20:24
Doug, Henry, Jim, Neil, Ken, and Larry: Thanks for the speedy and informative replies. The Helix sale price came as a complete surprise since I was considering spending substantially more on the smaller 160M. Like the preceding poster, I am especially grateful to you, Larry. Since posting my question, I've discovered the Seal telephone number in B&H's handy "Manufacturer's phone numbers for Tech Support and Repair Information." It's 888-240-6021; I found them helpful. Nick.

Ken Cravillion
1-May-2001, 16:00
WOW! My 210M came today. Helix is awesome! I just ordered it on Sat.

Ken Cravillion
1-May-2001, 18:30
anyone know of any specials on rotatrims? 24in or bigger