Photo Index - Atlas Press Co. - 618

Machinery Photo Index

Manufactured/Badged by:
Atlas Press Co.
Kalamazoo, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	6 x 18"
Submitted By:	larry watson

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	618
Date of Manufacturer:
Serial Number:	012962
Last Updated	2/12/2019 9:45:19 AM

Comments:

I found this old beauty on ebay for $400. The bed is straight and level with practically no wear. I had to replace the carriage handle, the compound slide handle, the tailstock ram locking handle and two feed gears. I completely disassembled the lathe and media blasted all of the castings (expect for the machined surfaces).then applied a coat of etching primer followed by two coats of gray. It was then reassembled, adjusted and lubricated. I found the lamp on ebay for $19. I also fabricated a new bench top and shelf using White Oak and rubbed down with Linseed oil. Have since added Atlas 3 and 4 jaw chucks and a follow rest.

Photo 1:

Comments: Completed restoration with Kennedy tool chest
Source: larry watson

Direct Link
IMG Code

Photo 2:

Comments: The bracket supporting the countershaft is from an Atlas 10" lathe as are the legs and motor plate.
Source: Larry Watson

Direct Link
IMG Code

Photo 3:

Comments: Modifications of Atlas 10" lathe parts to mount motor and countershaft
Source: Larry Watson

Direct Link
IMG Code

Photo 4:

Comments: Midway through diassembly
Source: Larry Watson

Direct Link
IMG Code

Photo 5:

Comments: Working on the headstock
Source: Larry Watson

Direct Link
IMG Code

Photo 6:

Comments: Freshly painted parts and new motor wiring.
Source: Larry Watson

Direct Link
IMG Code