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Cast Iron
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- Apr 29, 2021
I was hoping I can get some feedback on a machine I am interested in getting.
I went to check out some mill tooling last week and I stumbled across what I would call *Mint* 1946 Model 16 CY 54"(between centers) Monarch. I don't really need the 54", but being that this machine is in pretty good shape I am ok with it occupying an extra 20" of floor space. The machine ways look immaculate, still has 98% of the factory paint, all the chrome on the handles is mint. It's like a time capsule. It's not a machinery dealer "liquid rebuild special". All the tags/badges show patina, but are not hammered away or or repainted etc. You can tell this machine has seen little use.
Comes with IN/Metric dials, a 8"? 3,4 jaw chuck, face plate, micrometer stop, steady rest, tool post/holders and Hardinge Quick 5C adapter.
Can a taper attachment be fitted this machine?
The gentleman who owns it is a nice guy who is getting out of the trade. I want to offer him a fair price for his machine. I would like some feedback on what a machine like this is worth. I tried doing some research, the prices I saw range from $1k -$5k. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Rigging would be around $1500.
I went to check out some mill tooling last week and I stumbled across what I would call *Mint* 1946 Model 16 CY 54"(between centers) Monarch. I don't really need the 54", but being that this machine is in pretty good shape I am ok with it occupying an extra 20" of floor space. The machine ways look immaculate, still has 98% of the factory paint, all the chrome on the handles is mint. It's like a time capsule. It's not a machinery dealer "liquid rebuild special". All the tags/badges show patina, but are not hammered away or or repainted etc. You can tell this machine has seen little use.
Comes with IN/Metric dials, a 8"? 3,4 jaw chuck, face plate, micrometer stop, steady rest, tool post/holders and Hardinge Quick 5C adapter.
Can a taper attachment be fitted this machine?
The gentleman who owns it is a nice guy who is getting out of the trade. I want to offer him a fair price for his machine. I would like some feedback on what a machine like this is worth. I tried doing some research, the prices I saw range from $1k -$5k. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Rigging would be around $1500.