This drill release, originally designed and produced by Goodell-Pratt Company, is a product of Millers Falls Co. This specific version was produced after merger of the two companies.

The earliest description of this drill version appears in Millers Falls' Catalog No. 41 – 1935.  It is described as follows:

"Known the world over for its smooth operation, years of serviceability and fine finish. Equipped with all-steel chuck for holding round shank drills up to 3/8 inch diameter. Two speeds with ratio of 3.8 to 1 and 1.3 to 1, changed by turning the shift knob. Ball bearing spindle. Steel pinion.

Enameled iron frame. Large gear red enameled. Hollow tropical hardwood end handle with screw cap. Side and crank handles mahogany finished hardwood. All exposed metal parts nicely polished, nickeled and buffed.

Capacity – 3/8 inch, Length – 14 ½ inches, Weight – 2 ½ lbs."

General view from the face side.

General view from the gear side.

Main gear, pinions, and speed control mechanism.