what model is this lathe?

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lornaf
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what model is this lathe?

Post: # 25981Unread post lornaf
Thu Jun 13, 2013 4:40 pm

Can anyone help identify this lathe? Am told its a presto D compact, but can't find much out.... figured you guys would know?
thanks!
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Re: what model is this lathe?

Post: # 26044Unread post tragwag
Sun Jun 16, 2013 10:34 am

looks like a presto D to me, definitely before the 6N or K Series.
I'm hoping you took a look at Alan Graves site, its very helpful.
http://www.prestohistory.com/
making lathe cuts on a Presto 6N, HIFI stereo cuts on vinylrecorder
at Audio Geography Studios, Providence, RI USA
http://www.audiogeography.com
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Re: what model is this lathe?

Post: # 26047Unread post lornaf
Sun Jun 16, 2013 3:32 pm

thanks for identifying it tragwag-i have looked at the website- its a great source of information....
now to get the lathe working!
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