Photo Index - Sebastian, May & Co. - Early metal lathe

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Sebastian, May & Co.
Cincinnati, OH

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	8 in swing, 36 in between centers
Submitted By:	Ed Hobbs

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Early metal lathe
Date of Manufacturer:	about 1885
Serial Number:	None found
Last Updated	5/18/2011 6:16:26 AM

Comments:

Nice little treadle metal lathe. Don't think it was yellow originally but been this color for a long time. A counterbalance weight on the flywheel appears to have been added but it works great to stop the flywheel at the right place to just push down on the treadle and she is off. Name tag is very well done. The main shaft rides on round rollers in each leg. Steady rest is a nice plus to have but no change gears.

Lathe to the right that is partially pictured is a Baldwin, I think. For more information, visit www.footpoweredmachinery.com

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Comments: Closeup of carriage and name tag
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Comments: Treadle is simple but original.
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Comments: Two step headstock.
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Comments: Note counterweight on flywheel
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