Photo Index - Rivett Lathe Mfg. Co. - 608 4NS

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Rivett Lathe Mfg. Co.
Boston, MA

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	8.5"
Submitted By:	Alex Tarlavsky

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	608 4NS
Date of Manufacturer:	1924
Serial Number:	140
Last Updated	12/29/2017 12:29:14 AM

Comments:

Acquired from the family of the retired BAE/Lockheed/Sanders Inc. test engineer. The lathe was running at the time of purchase. I had to break it in manageable pieces to transport. The length of the ways is 40". This lathe has more chrome and polished metal than a custom Harley.

Photo 1:

Comments: Slide with Compaund and excentric Tool Holder, Head Stock, and Tail Stock after the overhaul and cleanup.
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Photo 2:

Comments: Ways with carriage and quick change gearbox
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Comments: Rebuilt tag from 1947. According to serial number year of manufacture is 1924
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Comments: Original countershaft and motor sheave with original supports attached to a shop made bench stand.
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