Unusual (to me) tool post tool holder - I need to ID.

Nuturner · Nov 10, 2020

I came across a set of tool holders for a dove tail tool post that are unusual to the extent that their height adjustment (I believe that's what it is) is a socket screw. The cutting tool slots are 3/8 inch but the dove tail is an unusual size - at least in my experience. No manufacturer info. on them.
Got any ideas on what they mate to????

upm2019 · Nov 10, 2020

They look a bit like Omniturn tool holders
Pete

kitno455 · Nov 10, 2020

KDK toolholder. Common on the west coast.

allan

Nuturner · Nov 10, 2020

Thanks for the lead. These are part of a five piece set (including tool post) that a friend was kind enough to give me and they do closely resemble the KDK line. I wish they were marked in some way to definitively establish the maker. If they are KDK they would probably have to be of an early series but I can't complain; the tool post and tool holders are in perfect condition. I'm considering putting my modern set aside and making these part of my Logan setup. They'd look more "period" appropriate. :cheers:

Nuturner · Nov 10, 2020

Thanks, Pete. I enjoyed running down that lead. Never can learn too much in this machinist field.

kitno455 · Nov 11, 2020

So, you had the toolpost, and only showed us pictures of the holders...

allan

4GSR · Nov 11, 2020

The one holder in upper picture one looks home made. No big deal just though I would mention it.

samll · Nov 12, 2020

They look a bit like Omniturn tool holders
Pete

agreed
that's definitely them

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