Craftsman Commerical Lathe

[Majorbdk]

I'm looking at purchasing a larger metal lathe. Does anyone have an option on these Post 1958 Craftsman 12 inch lathes?

Here are some pictures I found online.

Craftsman late model 12" lathe

 

[BRobbins629]

The old Atlas/Craftsman lathes were built well and built to last. If the ways and gears are in good condition, its a great piece of machinery.

 

[manatee]

Do a Youtube search for "Tubalcain" this guy is a retired shop teacher and uses an Craftsman lathe in his videos.

 

[titan2]

Do a Youtube search for "Tubalcain" this guy is a retired shop teacher and uses an Craftsman lathe in his videos.

Here's a quicker way.....

MACHINE SHOP TIPS


Enjoy!


Barney

 

[Majorbdk]

Cool.. thanks everyone. I have a chance to buy the lathe for $375.

 

[Angelo49]

If you can get that craftsman commercial cabinet model for that price
you better grab it.
I had one for years and they are pretty good.
Just don't 'crash' it, it'll do a lot of damage to the Zamac parts.

Angelo