Vintage BB Bros. 5 Ton Hand Crank Cable Winch ~ Heavy Duty AS-IS Shipping TBD

Description

Vintage BeeBE / BB Bros. 5 Ton Hand Crank Cable Winch ~ Heavy Duty  AS-IS Shipping TBD.
This winch hasn't been used in a while. At some point somebody sprayed it with a thick coat of white paint, which seems to have protected it for some time (not that a little weather would have hurt it!).
Everything is intact except for the crank handle.
I was going to have sandblasted and then dismantle and rebuild but here we are a couple years later and I haven't found the time...
This winch sold for about 00 in the 1970's. I imagine a Chinese made facsimile could be had for less than my asking price but it would be made from recycled American engine blocks and cans... Short story= this is an example of American manufacturing quality at its best - This thing will last forever!
Ok... I couldn't help myself. This winch is a monster and needs to be working rather than collecting dust. I really don't think it needs a rebuild - more like just cleaned up and lubricated to free the parts that were painted together. Not to say that it wouldn't be a bad idea to replace bushings, springs and brake pad if you had it taken apart... Up to you!
Shipping TBD. Will strap to a pallet and ship using your account or mine. I'll cap shipping at 0 to commercial address, near city, with dock or forklift. Residential & liftgate available too but will add to cost. Or you can pick up in Burlington, Iowa or possibly meet me in Iowa City if our schedules align...
Thanks a lot for taking the time to view my FEEbay listing!
Dxhydro ~ Burlington, Iowa