The History of Fisher & Norris

376 pages · Full Color · Hardcover

This book details the history of Fisher & Norris from the 1800s to the present day, through images of their products, explanations of the technologies they developed, and stories of the individuals involved. This intriguing story includes connections to many turning points in American history, and is the first time that a comprehensive account of this company has been compiled in such meticulous detail. All copies are signed and numbered.

“Anyone who takes delight in the American history of industry will love this book.”

– Don Plummer

The largest Fisher anvil collection in the world

Joshua A. Kavett is the owner of the Fisher & Norris Factory Museum, and has amassed the world’s largest collection of Fisher anvils and products. His collection currently contains over 500 anvils, including the only complete collection of every weight of Fisher anvil ever sold.

After Fisher & Norris/Crossley Machine Company ceased production in 1979, all of the patterns, tools, and artifacts from the business sat unused in dusty rooms. In the spring of 1999, Joshua learned the address of the factory and decided out of curiosity to see if it still existed. He arrived mere months before the factory was demolished, and rescued hundreds of objects that otherwise would have been lost forever. He has spent the last twenty years researching the company, building a collection of Fisher anvils, and constructing a physical museum.