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What lathe is in this P.O. Ackley photo?
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Clark
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In the book P.O. Ackley "Handbook for Shooters and reloaders Vol. 1&2"
1966, there is a picture of the author. He is operating a lathe. What
lathe is that?

http://www.metalworking.com/dropbox/DSCF0001POACKLEYPIC640x480.jpg

Thanks, Clark

 
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D Humbarger
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Probably an old South Bend or Atlas.

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It's a 13 inch South Bend.
 
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Nice pic. Reminds me of my dad.

 
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Clark
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I have recieved a note from some one who insists that it is a Sebastian.

I cannot verify anything yet.

 
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Contact Mike Bellm mike@bellmtcs.com he was P.O. Ackley's protege, and took over Ackley's shop.
 
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