Hello

Hello to all,

I have recently decided to re-start on a project to get an old wood lathe working. I found it on a kerbside cleanup about 15 years ago and it has sat in the shed ever since. I was about to donate it to the local wood turners society but had second thoughts. It is an old A.E Herbert lathe. It is missing the drive shaft and motor. I live in Brisbane.

Regards Michael
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G'Day & Welcome to a top forum "Michael".
There are a heap of members in Brisbane and across S.E. Queensland.....
You'll find a heap of helpful & knowledgeable blokes & ladies on the forum and for most very willing to assist.
Make sure you show off your handiwork as everyone loves a photo, especially WIP [Work In Progress] photos with build notes.
Your old lathe is sure an antique; may I suggested you ask the questions about it in both the wood turning & the antique tools sections as you'll get a wider audience to help with possible answers....well done on the photos; worth a 1000 words.....
Enjoy the forum.
Enjoy your woodwork...
Cheers crowie

Welcome to the forum Michael.

Welcome to the forum. An interesting restore.

Welcome to the forum

Hi,

Very interesting project and welcome to the forums. Look forward to seeing your updates on this one :2tsup:

Cheers
Tony.