Photo Index - South Bend Lathe Works - 9 inch South Bend Precision Lathe Model A 344 ZN 3 1/2'

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South Bend Lathe Works
South Bend, IN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	9"
Submitted By:	Josejuan Micheo

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	9 inch South Bend Precision Lathe Model A 344 ZN 3 1/2'
Date of Manufacturer:	1942-1943?
Serial Number:	141175
Last Updated	2/24/2024 12:35:30 AM

Comments:

Original owner USMC Air Station in Cherry Point, NC until around 1958
2nd owner 1958- 2/18/2024 Coble family in Alamance, NC
3rd owner Josejuan Micheo/James Coble 2/18/2024- present
Lathe was in one of the barns since the 1958-1960.
We are currently trying to put it back in service.

Photo 1:

Comments: 9" SB Lathe Model A 3 1/2' bed
Source: Taken 2/18/2024

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Photo 2:

Comments: Identification plate
Source: Taken 2/10/2024

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Photo 3:

Comments: In the crate / barn stored for 66-70 years
Source: Taken 2/10/2024

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Photo 4:

Comments: Apron while still in storage
Source: Taken 2/10/2024

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Photo 5:

Comments: War time tag / front right leg of bed
Source: Taken 2/10/2024

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Photo 6:

Comments: After 1 day of oil/PB blaster bath
Source: Taken 2/19/2024

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