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I have a 10" Atlas Craftsman lathe (Probably 1940ish)
It has flat ways.
I like it, I use it all the time.
I do not recommend a Flat ways lathe though.
I am restoring a Logan 200 10" lathe currently.
It was made in 1942.
It has a Vee way like most.
Before my Daddy passed away, he drug home a New Haven lathe.
It dates around 1890-1910.
It is a 14"-16" swing, I can't remember.
It's at the shop at Momma's.
With all that said I am a Sucker for old lathes.
But the bad thing about that is,
the parts that cannot be easily made For the lathe itself can
SOME times be bought on E BaYY for a Premium.
I also have a 7"x 10 HF mini lathe.
I Do NOT recommend a Lathe Mill combo.
They are hardly ever perpendicular to each other.
I have a Grizzly Mill drill.
Grizzly makes some good stuff,
Here is one in the price range.
Link:
https://www.grizzly.com/products/gri...gearbox/g9972z
An older one is going to probably need work.
One more thing I have an Atlas 7B shaper.
Did I tell you I like old machines.
I will see if I can search for one other than that Grizzly tonight.
If you're still reading this
I suggest no smaller than 10" swing.
At least 24" between centers.
I would stay away for variable drive.
But that's just me because I like old stuff.
Wait I allready told you that
