Yes Jonty, hehe. I like to do things the hard way. But actually, I saw the dowel in the hardware store, and the lathe is right next to my workbench-so it really was not too time consuming. I did not hover over it, and it was done the same day I decided I wanted to do it, quicker than sending it out. And Joe I was careful not to get the lathe dirty.
Jerry Fisher told me where to find the lathe. It’s a Southbend model A light ten. It belonged to Lou Leonard. He bought it in 1967 put it in his basement, and never hooked up the motor. When I got it from him it had never been run. All the parts and pieces were in original boxes with inspector’s tags, packing slip, original invoice etc. I have only put about 20 hours on it.
I wish I could find a parker in this condition,HAHA.
Last edited by Barry Lee Hands; 05/31/07 12:49 AM.
