This brake was produced in 1998 and has been in service since then (I've been using it since 2010 when buying the company that had it in use). It is definitely used and definitely works. Includes sturdy bench it is mounted to. Item details are:
The Roper Whitney U416 Connecticut is a heavy-duty, bench-mounted box and pan finger hand brake designed for precision sheet metal bending and forming in the USA.
Key Specifications & Capacity
• Bending Capacity: Up to 48 inches of 16-gauge mild steel or 20-gauge stainless steel (capacity reduces if bending angles are removed).
• Maximum Box Depth: 4 inches (or up to 3 inches depending on specific setup/configuration).
• Finger Widths: Includes finger segments of 2, 3, and 4 inches.
• Machine Weight: Approximately 495 lbs.
• Warranty: Backed by a 3-year factory warranty from Roper Whitney.
Standard Features
• Box and Pan Capability: Removable finger sections allow for multi-sided box and pan or straight bends.
• Reverse Bends: Features a removable apron angle and apron insert to permit 1/4-inch reverse bends in lighter materials.
• Ergonomics & Control: Comes standard with extension handles, a counterweight to reduce operator fatigue, and an apron stop rod for repeatable bends.
• Adjustability: Front-to-rear beam adjustment allows for a wide range of radius-bending operations.