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    Lodge and Shipley Lathe - Possible first purchase

    Well I just talked to the seller and he has pretty much no information on the condition of the lathe. I'll probably put that deal on hold, but I found a monarch about half the distance away from me for $1750. I have yet to hear from the seller, but these monarchs are supposed to be really well...
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    Lodge and Shipley Lathe - Possible first purchase

    I haven't seen the machine yet as it is 8 hours away, so I have no idea as to the real condition. Being in current use in a machine shop I would guess that it isn't horrible, but it could be bad. $1100 is a little more than I would like to spend for an education lol, but I understand. I'm in...
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    Lodge and Shipley Lathe - Possible first purchase

    I have room for it, the moving part is difficult. It's definitely overkill for cylinders. I have a plan to machine other parts as well, but as you said it is the financial deal that is pulling me in. I guess it is a decision of whether or not I want to go through the trouble of getting it in the...
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    Lodge and Shipley Lathe - Possible first purchase

    Hey, new to the forum here. I am seeking advice on a possible purchase of this lodge and shipley 12" lathe. I plan on machining cylinders on chainsaws and whatever else I can find work to do with a lathe. What I am debating is the cost associated with getting this machine to my shop and in...
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