Find discount SHOP FOX M1018 Small Combo Lathe Mill. Hobby or entry-level machinists will not want to pass up this versatile machine Great for turning, cutting threads, drilling and milling small projects, this combo lathe is packed extra add-ons like a 4-way turret
Shop Fox M1018 tool post, 9-1/2" faceplate, 40" 3-jaw chuck and a built-in rotating vise Features a 16-1/2" swing over bed, 11-1/2" swing over saddle, 19-3/16" distance between centers, 3/4" spindle bore and MT #3 tapers. Built-in vise Turret tool post ...
More details »Shop Fox M1018 Review: SHOP FOX M1018 Small Combo Lathe Mill. This is the "real deal." It is mostly cast or machined steel and very heavy - shipping weight was 501#. I used a diesel engine hoist to get it up on the workbench. The workmanship appears to be very good. The vise and beds are very tight and no visible or measurable play (by hand) yet move smoothly. The gears, motor and all drive parts run very smooth and quiet. I have not used the mill portion yet but will update when I do. If you buy one be certain ... Read more »
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