Vintage Hoffmann Bearing S 12 V2 + Large “0” Code – NOS – Original Brown Box

Item Description

A genuine vintage Hoffmann S‑series bearing, marked S 12 V2 with the desirable large “0” code, supplied in its original brown Hoffmann box with black/indigo print. This is classic mid‑century Hoffmann packaging and sought after by collectors, restorers, and anyone who values authentic British‑made engineering components.

Item Specifics

Brand:

Hoffmann (British)

Model / Code:

• S 12 V2

• Large “0” code (variant/production batch indicator)

Bearing Type:

S‑Series Deep Groove Ball Bearing (single row)

Dimensions (typical for S12):

• Bore (ID): 12 mm

• Outer Diameter (OD): 32 mm

• Width: 10 mm

(These match the standard Hoffmann S12 specification.)

Material:

High‑grade hardened steel (period Hoffmann specification)

Country of Manufacture:

United Kingdom

Packaging:

Original brown Hoffmann box with black/indigo print

Condition:

• Bearing: Unused vintage stock (NOS)

• Box: Original, in excellent condition

What This Bearing Was Typically Used For:

The Hoffmann S12 size was widely used in:

• Small electric motors

• Early British machinery and tools

• Agricultural equipment

• Vintage bicycles and lightweight mechanical assemblies

• Instrumentation and small rotating assemblies

• General engineering applications requiring a 12 mm shaft bearing