"New" South Bend Lathes- anyone bought one?

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Has anyone actually purchased a "new" South Bend lathe?

If so, how is it?

Thanks,


Nelson
 
I too was wondering about that lathe. Is it worth $5k?
 
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pdentrem link=topic=2159.msg14009#msg14009 date=1305320642 said:
I too was wondering about that lathe. Is it worth $5k?
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Considering that a Heavy 10 was going for about $7500 towards the end, I think the new lathes are probably priced pretty fairly. The problem is that, with Chinese lathes going for less, I think the home hobbyist types are more likely to buy a Harbor Freight or Grizzly-branded lathe for less, with the understanding that some modifications will be needed. Just my opinion, of course.

Best,


Nelson
 
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I like the look of it and for the size the price seems in line. Their larger machines indicate Allen-Bradley controls which i would prefer but not sure that applies to the "new" 10K. I would want to see one up close ideally. I think the fact that they are made in taiwan rather than the mainland is a plus too.

Bill
 
Re: "New" South Bend Lathes- anyone bought one?

I'm looking at a southbend 9x 4 1/2ft. Can you help me on how much it worth. The catalog number is CL644R.
 
Re: "New" South Bend Lathes- anyone bought one?

Did they ever increase the spindle bore to take 5C collets? The price is to high for me but I'd still like one.
 
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Nelson said:
Here is a topic you can't discuss freely on thyat "other" forum:

Has anyone actually purchased a "new" South Bend lathe?

If so, how is it?

Thanks,


Nelson
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I bought the little 8k and am quite happy with it. Very accurate and perfect size for my needs.

Now if I could just figure out how to put a 9a quick change gear box on it, it would be perfect. :)
 
Re: "New" South Bend Lathes- anyone bought one?

Nelson said:
Here is a topic you can't discuss freely on thyat "other" forum:

Has anyone actually purchased a "new" South Bend lathe?

If so, how is it?

Thanks,


Nelson
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I'm guessing this is the "other" forum with the initials "PM". There was recently a thread there by someone who bought a new 10K. He gave it a gratifyingly extensive and objective review. And overall I'd say he was favorable.
David
 
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Considering that a Heavy 10 was going for about $7500 towards the end, I think the new lathes are probably priced pretty fairly. The problem is that, with Chinese lathes going for less, I think the home hobbyist types are more likely to buy a Harbor Freight or Grizzly-branded lathe for less, with the understanding that some modifications will be needed. Just my opinion, of course.

Best,


Nelson
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I was in The Grizzly Store in Springfield, Mo.
Just a week it to ago
I was in there to buy a horizontal bandsaw
And I took a look at the Southbend lathes
It really looked good I was wishing I could get one
The one I was looking at had a price tag for $10,000.
I think it was the heavy 10K
They was out of stock
They do have display on the floor
 
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