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Mike,
I know nothing about the cutter although it looks like a steam to me. But the shaper certainly isn't functional as a shaper--yes, it can go through all the motions correctly but could never actually shave off slices of metal as a real shaper would. Too small and weak for that.

Agree - also if these drive models are cast iron and sturdy - they where produced as toys for kids and not
for real use. Well you may make a hole into wood or you may cut wood - but nothing else. The toys are only powered by spiral springs - it's also about safety. For example, I have a steam hammer from Stuart - it is really very solid - but you can't really form red-hot steel with it - haha

Arnold

Congrats, these are beautiful Sharpers - and very hard to find!!!