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Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	4-1/2" x 6"
Submitted By:	scott scherer

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Adept
Date of Manufacturer:	1930 - 1952?
Serial Number:	None
Last Updated	12/31/2015 11:02:44 AM

Comments:

Manufactured by F.W. Portass Co. Sheffield England. Manual mini lathe. Also available as a super adept model. Neat little cast iron lathe.
More information can be found at lathes.co.uk

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Comments: Lathe and motor
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Comments: Lathe head. Split bronze bearings
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Comments: Simple compound slide
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Comments: Tail stock...odd dead center similar to morse 0 taper
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Comments: 3/4" pulley made with adept lathe
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