south bend 10L lathe

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- Cuezilla
  
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20 years ago

Thu, Jul 31, 2003 5:50 PM

Looking at a south bend 10L on the stand with the drawers and curved stand. I do cue work and I am always in the market for another lathe. This one is good for me because of the big spindle bore. According to South bend it was delivered in 1944. The guy wants $1000. for it. I can't get my hand in my pocket for that much but would like to have it. I know a lot of people like this lathe. If I can't get him down should I consider giving him what he wants? It sounds high. Also what are the chances I will come across another lathe like this, are they common lathes? I am in Fort Lauderdale Fl. Anyone got anything for sale in my area. I keep watching the paper but there are never any lathes for sale in my area. Thank you.

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- Todd L
  
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20 years ago

Thu, Jul 31, 2003 6:09 PM

Cuezilla, I think the 10L would be a good lathe for cues. Just make sure there is at least 32" between centers. That is, with a dead center in the headstock and a live center in the tailstock. I bought a chinese import claiming to be 36" between centers. It is but only when the headstock and tailstock have nothing in them. Talk about a bunch of crap !! Also make sure the carriage can travel at least 31". The price seems good if the lathe is in good shape and has some tooling, chucks, centers, etc. Good Luck

Todd L Looking at a south bend 10L on the stand with the drawers and curved

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20 years ago

Fri, Aug 1, 2003 2:05 AM

i might have something and i am in maimi call me(305)505-5985

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20 years ago

Fri, Aug 1, 2003 2:15 AM

Check out the southbendlathe group on Yahoo and search "South Bend" and "Southbend" on ebay. I was quite surprised at how much some of the accessories and options cost, particularly the taper attachment, if you need that, so you may get the best deal by buying a lathe that includes most of the stuff you want already.