The Adana 8 x 5

In June 1953, the Adana Eight-Five was unveiled costing £16.80. There have been a total of three variants —

• Mk I: A two-part frame with each roller on an individual spring-loaded arm
• Mk. II: (c. early 1960s) A two-part frame with rollers held on a single, sprung T-arm
• Mk. III: (c. early 1970s) A frame in one part with the single, sprung T-arm

This press is probably the most popular amateur press in the UK.  In addition there has been a hot foil version of the machine.