Hello ODK History Lovers

As is frequently the case, research into vintage mowers brings about unexpected results.
I was researching Clancy Engineering - a Sydney company that made the Lawn King rotary mower -
when I stumbled upon some photos from the State Library of NSW.

The poor quality photos depicted enamel painting carried on by a small company, Baker Enamelling,
situated at 58 Derby Street, Lidcombe, NSW. All the photos were dated 7 November, 1956.

Here is a photograph of the premises:-

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A couple of photos did show Lawn King mower bases prior to painting, but most showed the
inside of the factory where other components reminded me of another manufacturer.

I contacted Early Victa Expert and ODK member Bluegmhtmonaro who confirmed that the
components were clearly from ... Victa!

TO BE CONTINUED ...