The Secret Society of Lathe Trolls

Wow. That is Kooky! I've never seen one with a head that huge that was supported by a cross bar spanning the platter like that. Pretty interesting design. Is it yours? I'd be interested to see more photos. Thanks so much for your reply. It's not mine at present but will I see it on the weekend hope...

I believe that is a MSS lathe, made by Cecil Watts, England. Circa 1940 or so to after WWII. Wow, thank you so much for this. Have found some info on these from your description and they seem renowned as very well built. I'd naturally assume it records at both 'old' speeds of 78/16rpm and read that...

Hi, Please can anyone here help ID this vintage lathe?? (photo attached). I've scrolled 100's of images and can't find any other lathes distinctly similar. I have a chance to purchase it and am trying to gather any info about its make, model, age etc, so that i can get an idea what it's worth and wh...