Photo Index - South Bend Lathe Works - South Bend Metal Lathe, Cat. No. 183C

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South Bend Lathe Works
South Bend, IN

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Lathe, Metal
Machine Size:	14.5" X 6'
Submitted By:	Mike Talerico

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	South Bend Metal Lathe, Cat. No. 183C
Date of Manufacturer:	Appx. 1942
Serial Number:	123088 (View SN Registry Entry)
Last Updated	3/10/2024 7:33:02 PM

Comments:

Purchased in 2016 from a Craigslist Ad. Prior to purchase this lathe was being used for odd jobs in a cabinet maker's shop. History prior to 1990 is unknown.
Machine has significant wear on bed ways and cross slide but is still very usable. Currently being used in a hobby machine shop to make / repair parts for other vintage machines.
There are two groups of three letters stamped on the bed near the serial number. (L.Q.R.) and (F.W.M.) The significance of these letters is unknown.

Photo 1:

Comments: South Bend 14.5" Lathe
Source: Mike Talerico

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Comments: South Bend Serial Number
Source: Mike Talerico

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Comments: South Bend Data Tag
Source: Mike Talerico

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