New to me Craftsman 12x36

[Grandpaw]

New member here, I just bought a new to me Craftsman 101 27430 Lathe Serial Number 2L 043266. Can anyone help me figure out when it was manufactured?
Much Thanks.
Grandpa

 

[Inferno]

New member here, I just bought a new to me Craftsman 101 27430 Lathe Serial Number 2L 043266. Can anyone help me figure out when it was manufactured?
Much Thanks.
Grandpa

pics or it didn't happen

 

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[mickri]

Welcome to the forum.

Probably made in the 1940's to 1950's. Our resident craftsman expert should chime in here shortly with more info.