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Manufactured/Badged by:
Oliver Machinery Co.
Grand Rapids, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class: Wood Working Machinery & Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type: Lathe, Spinning
Machine Size: 12 x 24
Submitted By: Allen Middleton
Machine Specifications
Description/Model: 159 M
Date of Manufacturer: 1954
Serial Number: 83636 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated 11/27/2016 4:46:31 PM

Comments:
I bought this lathe on ebay around 06/04/2006 , I added an V.F.D. to the machine . someone had put a 2 inch riser block on it . I have been told the this machine was sold to a school , new in 1955 . Thanks You Jeff .

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Comments: Oliver 159 M
Source: Allen Middleton took this photo in his shop
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Comments: badge of Oiver 159 M
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Comments: back side of motor
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Comments: name plate
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Comments: hand wheel
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Comments: speed control
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