CNC Lathes

[George C]

Originally Posted by Cory

I remember looking at Standard Modern and the machines looked great... Other than being something like $18000 for a North American made model.

I believe South Bend is South Bend in name only. I recall that they were sold to an Asian machine tool manufacturer.

Interesting thread on the history and current manufacture of South Bend lathes

http://www.practicalmachinist.com/vb...-today-200466/

And another one on Standard Modern. Seems they're now made in Pennsylvania. Note the price of a 13x34.

http://bbs.homeshopmachinist.net/thr...-Modern-Lathes