Slaama Press - Small 75MM Diameter - 50 X 6MM Balls

Manufacturer	Slama
Model Number	SPS506

The Slama Press is a hand printing press designed in the Czech Republic by Milos Slama. It was created to solve the problem of printing reduction linocuts in different sizes, while also being portable and affordable. The press allows for a variety of print formats and paper types. It is based on the ball bearing baren, a modern version of a traditional Japanese tool, and has added weight for easier burnishing. The small version of the press has 6mm ball bearings and is suitable for lighter weight papers. It is compact and comes with a wooden stand for storage. Maintenance involves cleaning and lubricating the press. The specifications include a 75mm diameter, 50 x 6mm ball bearings, and a weight of 550g. It is made of stainless steel.

Slama Press Ball Graphic Press is a beautifully crafted hand
printing press designed and manufactured in the Czech Republic. It
was developed by Milos Slama whilst searching for a solution to the
printing of his reduction linocuts in various sizes as well as
something that was portable and affordable. Slama Press opens up
the possibility of working across a wide variety of print formats
and paper types.Based on the ball bearing baren, a modern
interpretation of a traditional Japanese tool but with added
weight, it makes light work of burnishing a relief print. The
freely rotating ball bearings create multiple pressure points
evenly across the disc and the disc itself rotates around a central
axis as you move across the paper. In addition, the 10mm ball
bearings on the large Slama Press allow prints to be taken on
heavier paper weights. The presses can take relief prints,
drypoints, etchings and lithographs.This is the small Slama Press
with 6mm ball bearings and a rotating disc that is easy to handle.
It is highly effective at burnishing prints on smoother lighter
weight papers. Slama Press requires a tiny space to store so
is suitable for the home studio. It comes with a lovely wooden
stand to store safely. Maintenance: Unscrew the lower bolt and
take out the ball cage. Remove any impurities from the inside of
the body of the press. After cleaning, screw the cage back on. The
balls can be gently lubricated with oil by running the press on
slightly oiled paper. Specifications: Diameter:
75mm Ball bearings: 50 x 6mm Weight: 550g Material:
Stainless steel