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Old South Bend Metal Lathe

I was wondering if someone with more knowledge than I could help me out with some information. My Dad passed away a year ago and we have a South Bend Metal lathe with a gold plate on it which shows 9 11 13, which I am assuming is September 11, 1913 and it also says Catalog # 25-A
9 inch swing and 4 foot bed. It works and he has bits, gears, and chucks to go with it. Does anyone have any idea what this is worth. We are interested in selling it but without knowledge we could possible just give it away without even knowing it. I would appreciate any info. that anyone could provide. Thanks!
 
a picture showing the lathe, and it's condition as well as included accessories/parts would help assess value more so than just the model/plate
 
I could do that just thought that the catalog number and "date" stamp might mean something to someone. I'll have to get some pictures. Thanks!
 
Wendy said:
I could do that just thought that the catalog number and "date" stamp might mean something to someone. I'll have to get some pictures. Thanks!
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Yes, the model and date are a good starting point, but as Sharon pointed out, this is just like anything else that you buy used. It is based on condition and the extras that come with it.
 
Hello Wendy,
As Purplev says "we need pictures."
This crowd loves to look at pictures of old machines.
Plus, the pictures will give valuable information as to condition, modifications, etc.

I did a quick search through some South Bend literature. I was not able to reconcile the Catalog 25B with a 9" lathe - but I am not a South Bend expert.
Also, I don't think that SB built the 9" lathe until starting about 1914 (I might be wrong).

There are plenty of SB owners on the forum - many of them are very familiar with historical SB lathes.
I am sure some pics will get them going.

You want your father's lathe to go to a good home, at a fair price.
I think this forum will be able to help you.

Best regards,
Terry S.
 
Thanks guys, will gt some pictures ASAP!

twstoerzinger said:
Hello Wendy,
As Purplev says "we need pictures."
This crowd loves to look at pictures of old machines.
Plus, the pictures will give valuable information as to condition, modifications, etc.

I did a quick search through some South Bend literature. I was not able to reconcile the Catalog 25B with a 9" lathe - but I am not a South Bend expert.
Also, I don't think that SB built the 9" lathe until starting about 1914 (I might be wrong).

There are plenty of SB owners on the forum - many of them are very familiar with historical SB lathes.
I am sure some pics will get them going.

You want your father's lathe to go to a good home, at a fair price.
I think this forum will be able to help you.

Best regards,
Terry S.
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Just some general info ---

There were 3 models of the 9" South Bend - A, B, and C. The C model was the 'stripped down' version, with the B being in the middle, and the A being the 'deluxe' version. The A model is highly prized among the home shop crowd, have many desired features and of a size that fits in many smaller shops. The B and C models were the same size but lacking in features, which were a quick change gear box and power cross feed. The B and C models required a stack (8 or so?) of gears that had to be changed out to change speed/feeds.

The A model in good to very good condition with many accessories - chucks, cutting tools, collets, etc would be in the +/- range of $1500, the B maybe $1000, and the C coming in around $6-800 - mind you, condition and location enter pretty dramatically here.

As mentioned, pictures will answer a lot of questions here.
 
Pacer said:
Just some general info ---

There were 3 models of the 9" South Bend - A, B, and C. The C model was the 'stripped down' version, with the B being in the middle, and the A being the 'deluxe' version. The A model is highly prized among the home shop crowd, have many desired features and of a size that fits in many smaller shops. The B and C models were the same size but lacking in features, which were a quick change gear box and power cross feed. The B and C models required a stack (8 or so?) of gears that had to be changed out to change speed/feeds.

The A model in good to very good condition with many accessories - chucks, cutting tools, collets, etc would be in the +/- range of $1500, the B maybe $1000, and the C coming in around $6-800 - mind you, condition and location enter pretty dramatically here.

As mentioned, pictures will answer a lot of questions here.
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Posted pictures under new thread Old South Bend Lathe.
 
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