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Manufactured/Badged by:
W. A. Patrick
Ludlow, VT

Machine Specifications
Machine Class: Wood Working Machinery
Machine Type: Lathe, Wood
Machine Size: 10" swing
Submitted By: Roger Birkhead
Machine Specifications
Description/Model: Wood Bed Lathe
Date of Manufacturer: 1860
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Last Updated 9/25/2007 4:29:16 PM

Comments:
This machine was a part of a group of woodworking tools originally used by the National Showcase Company of Columbus Georgia. In 1953-54 it was purchased by Charles Howell and his brother who set up shop in Phenix City, AL building cabinetry, and displays for the nearby Bickerstaff Brick yards. He closed the shop in 1997. Wooden bed with metal wear strips.

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Comments: Nameplate reads: W. A. PATRICK MAKER LUDLOW VT. PATENTED FEB 14, 1860
Source: Roger Birkhead
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Comments: Headstock and tailstock
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Comments: Tailstock Handwheel
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