Afternoon all ..
I recently acquired a small antique (?) lathe that I am unable to identify and was hoping to get some expert input here.
I was told it was from the 30's or 40's but I lean towards 50's. It has no markings other than a feather (?) type design on either end of the bed and two numbers, one inside the head and the other in the tail. It has no motor or belt and has had a couple of parts replaced. It appears to be functional after some serious elbow work to free the banjo bolt from underneath the tail stock.
I am not certain if it's worth restoring, if parts are available or can be fabricated. The head appears to be reversible? A flat round on one end with four holes and a solid pin end on the other side.
The person who gave it to me was told it was a craftsman but there are no markings to confirm that and everyone who has looked at it believes it not to be craftsman. Since the head and tail seem to have solid un-removable pins, it will limit the type of turnings it can do.
If I can figure out what it is and what I can do with it, I may restore it and keep it as a traveling lathe. Any information, input or suggestions are appreciated.