Is a South Bend 13" Lathe better than a PM1236 for this newbie?

[matthewsx]

I have effectively used a broken lathe to make replacement parts for itself. Plus, we have lots of great members on here who are helpful to an extreme....

John

 

[matthewsx]

What's the asking price?

I paid $300 for my Seneca Falls lathe, that thing owes me nothing....

John

 

[wachuko]

What's the asking price?

I paid $300 for my Seneca Falls lathe, that thing owes me nothing....

John

US$3,500.00

 

[matthewsx]

US$3,500.00

Way too much.....................................

I bought my current Taiwan built Samson 12x36 for $850. For $3500 I'd want to see that South Bend completely restored and nicely appointed.

John

 

[wachuko]

See other thread... stopping Monday by a shop that has several machines, including lathes... will see what they have and asking prices...

 

[mmcmdl]

$3500 for what ? The PM or the older one ?

 

[wachuko]

$3500 for what ? The PM or the older one ?

That old South Bend…

I guess that pretty much puts this one to rest…

I will share what I find on Monday, after going to that machine shop to look at what they have for sale…

 

[mmcmdl]

Seriously , what was $3500 ? Oh ok , we posted together .

 

[mmcmdl]

OK , what's your combined budget for the lathe and a mill you're after ?

 

[wachuko]

OK , what's your combined budget for the lathe and a mill you're after ?

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