Thread: Hobby Lathe

I have decided to upgrade after some 30 odd years of turning bits and pieces (mostly brass, aluminium and plastic).

Quality old cast iron bed hobby lathe comes complete with 1/4HP motor and cage.

This lathe will suit the beginner or someone who wants to turn down bolts, make shims, packers and especially antenna parts. It is not a precision thread cutting device with auto feed.

Important measurements are 7" between centres and 2 1/4" swing over bed. The 3 jaw chuck is 3 1/2" Dia made by Warren and Brown with a single set of jaws.

Motor is presently tensioned (by spring) to the bench standup, but the bench is not included in this sale.

Includes chuck key, dead centre, MT tailstock chuck (Jacobs) and drip tray as shown.

I am looking for $350 plus packing and post at your cost but if the market says I must be dreaming, then happy to listen. At this time I am not sure of the weight as it is still fixed on the bench, but it will not be light to post, especially with motor and carrier. Local collection would be ideal.

PM if you have any questions.