Photo Index - Duro Metal Products Co. - 3053

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Duro Metal Products Co.
Chicago, IL.

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Wood
Machine Size:	10" X 30"
Submitted By:	Terry Benco

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	3053
Date of Manufacturer:	Approx. 1940
Serial Number:	F53109 NH
Last Updated	8/21/2020 7:09:35 AM

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This Duro 3053 wood lathe belonged to my grandfather, Benedict Benco. Benedict was a union carpenter (Local 1027 Mill/Cabinet-Chicago) by trade. He purchased it in the early 1950's and used it in his home shop until his death in 1990. The machine passed to my father and then to me. When I received the lathe, I restored it. Based on sales brochures I found on this website, it appears the machine was built around 1940.
I believe that the "53" in the serial number refers to model 3053 and not to 1935. It has a rare tool rest made by E.O. Partridge and takes a New Departure 88504A19 bearing (difficult to find).

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