Oliver Machinery Co. Serial Number Registry - Lathe No. 027047

Machine Serial Number Registry

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Oliver Machinery Co.
Grand Rapids, MI

Registry Detail

Machine Information
Serial Number:	027047
Machine Type:	Lathe
Machine Description:	No. 51-A (K) Type II 12" x 24"
Owner:	Ray Muno
Manufacture Date:	1922
Notes:	The single-phase version of the No. 51, with the second version ("Conehead") of the Kimble variable-speed motor. This one has the very short (42") bed, which provides only 18" between centers.

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