I have a medart 1912 my grandpa gave me can anyone tell me about it. He gave it to me when I was a kid and I still use it today. Ism 55 years old
Medart speed bag stand
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Medart specialized in gymnasium equipment for institutions, particularly schools.Fred Medart patented this in 1912, so while it's possible that it was made then, it's more than likely a little newer than that. This stuff was built to take the abuse that anything in a public school could dish out. Indeed, I've seen these still in use up into the 1960's. Medart merged with Nissen Trampoline in 1961 and they ceased production in 1980.
Of note, here's info on a Medart platform on a retired US Navy battleship http://www.speedbagforum.com/forums/...php/t-682.htmlLast edited by Dutchman; 08-26-2014, 09:29 PM.
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Originally posted by Dannyboy View PostHere's another pic of my medart 1255. 1912
The crank/sled is original, as is the wood base on which it is mounted. I do not believe the drum supports to be correct. I have seem both wood and metal arms on this model, but, the ones on this unit do not look similar to the others I have seen and look to be too new. From the little I can see of the drum, it might be the original. If you post a pic of the top of the drum unobstructed by plywood I could tell you with more certainty."He [Marciano] was far and away the strongest man I've encountered."
Archie Moore
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Originally posted by Bag Man View PostI am familiar with this model.
The crank/sled is original, as is the wood base on which it is mounted. I do not believe the drum supports to be correct. I have seem both wood and metal arms on this model, but, the ones on this unit do not look similar to the others I have seen and look to be too new. From the little I can see of the drum, it might be the original. If you post a pic of the top of the drum unobstructed by plywood I could tell you with more certainty."He [Marciano] was far and away the strongest man I've encountered."
Archie Moore
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Originally posted by Dannyboy View PostIte wood
From what I see it looks to be all there. I purchased one a few years back and paid around $800. I think yours might be in better condition. I had mine restored professionally (I don’t have the facility or skill). The restoration cost quite a bit.
I believe that these are older and harder to find than the Narragansett platforms. (I personally have only seen three.) As is, I would not be surprised if it went for $1,200 to $1,500, considerably more if restored. (Obviously, only my opinion.)
If I may make a suggestion: move it inside. Even with the plywood cover exposure to the weather will not do the platform any favors.
Congrats on an exceptional piece."He [Marciano] was far and away the strongest man I've encountered."
Archie Moore
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