b.lindsey

Many thanks to Steamer and Don for reaching out to me wit.h this news. Eric was unique in wonderful ways. I feel blessed that our lives crossed over a period  of years and I will always cherish the memories of those times.  Rest peacefully my friend.

Beautiful engine and base both Mike!!  Well done!

Bill

Very nicely done Mike. One to be proud of for sure!! 

Bill

Thanks for all the comments guys.

Bill

A year or so back I think I had mentioned that i was about to or just had acquired an old 13" x 5 ft. bed length Southbend lathe for restoration. I finally got around to taking a few pictures of it to share. Overall it is in good shape aside from a worn cross slide screw but the prior owner supplied one in the deal.  I look forward to getting started on the restoration soon and will document it if any interest. Will be good to get back on a project and get my hands dirty after a rather long haitus.

Bill