R. K. Le Blond Machine Tool Co. Serial Number Registry - Lathe No. D3438

Machine Serial Number Registry

Manufactured By:
R. K. Le Blond Machine Tool Co.
Cincinnati, OH

Registry Detail

Machine Information
Serial Number:	D3438
Machine Type:	Lathe
Machine Description:	LeBlond 14” HD
Owner:	Larry Hatfield
Manufacture Date:	1919?
Notes:	Source=Owner's submission. Owner's notes: I’ve had this Lathe for 30 years and was told by LeBlond they think it is a 1919 model year. I’ve been searching for years to find information and/or manual of this lathe. Anything that requires repair has to be reversed engineered especially gears and gear modifications.

Machine Picture

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