Powermatic #701, Mortiser, heavy duty hollow chisel mortiser, cast iron base, New In Crate (NIC)/New Old Stock (NOS)

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Core Specs

• Motor: 3/4 HP induction motor
• Voltage: 115/230V dual‑voltage
• Phase: 1‑phase
• Motor RPM: ~1,725 RPM
• Chisel Capacity: 1/4” to 1/2” (standard), up to 5/8” on some runs
• Chuck Size: 1/2”
• Stroke Length: ~4–5” (typical for this generation)
• Max Chisel-to-Fence Distance: ~4”
• Max Stock Height: ~4–5” under chisel
• Feed Lever: Single‑sided, reversible
• Depth Stop: Mechanical, adjustable

Construction

• Base: Cast‑iron
• Column: Cast‑iron
• Head Assembly: Cast‑iron
• Fence: Steel fence with adjustable hold‑down
• Table: Cast‑iron mortising table with adjustable stops
• Hold‑Down: Adjustable steel hold‑down clamp
• Weight: ~90–110 lbs depending on production year

Safety

• Magnetic switch (on later production runs)
• Rack‑and‑pinion head travel
• Gas‑assist or spring‑assist return (varies by year)
• Reversible handle for left/right operation
• Quick‑adjust depth stop
• Powermatic industrial yellow finish

KEY FEATURES

• Unused — extremely rare for this model
• True Powermatic cast‑iron build — not hobby junk
• 3/4HP motor — correct for benchtop industrial mortisers of its era
• Rack‑and‑pinion head movement — smooth, accurate plunges
• Cast‑iron table and column — stable, vibration‑free mortising
• Adjustable fence + hold‑down — keeps stock locked in
• Dual‑voltage motor — 115V or 230V operation
• Compact industrial footprint — fits any cabinet or millwork shop