Photo Index - Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl. - old delta wood lathe

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Delta Specialty/Delta Mfg. Co./Delta-Rockwell/Rockwell Intl.
Milwaukee, WI; Jackson, TN; Tupelo, MS

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
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Submitted By:	peter gould

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	old delta wood lathe
Date of Manufacturer:
Serial Number:	6-9504
Last Updated	5/24/2016 5:57:30 AM

Comments:

I found this lathe tucked away in a garage and in pretty rough shape. The bearings feel and sound good so not requiring any major maintenance to put back in service. There is no model number but the serial number dates it back to the 30s, I think. The motor is an old Kenmore 1/3 hp so probably a replacement - it seems in good condition but needs a new cord.

(Admin BAK note: The motor was built by Sunlight for Sears and is period correct for this lathe. Since machines back then weren't always ordered with a motor from the same manufacturer, this one may have been originally used with the lathe.)

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Comments: complete lathe after some cleaning
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Comments: serial number plate
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Comments: headstock and rest
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Comments: tailstock
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