Original 1941 industrial trade vintage catalog for the SOUTH BEND LATHE WORKS, INC.  Main office and plant was located at 632 Niles Avenue, South Bend, IN.

Manufacturers of South Bend Precision Lathes.

The new Series 'S' South Bend Lathes, shown in this catalog are designed and built to meet the demands of modern industry. Spindle speeds have been increased for maximum efficiency when using high speed tungsten carbide cutting tools. Smooth vibration-free operation is achieved by using a  back-geared headstock with direct belt drive to the spindle for high speeds. Super finished headstock spindle bearing surfaces and large integral type bearings assure permanent accuracy. The workmanship and materials entering into the construction of South Bend Lathes are the best it is possible to obtain. Special machinery, jigs, and fixtures are used to assure precision accuracy and interchangeability of parts. Each lathe must pass rigid inspection test and must actually machine work with extreme precision before shipment.

Has numerous product images, illustration, description, application and specifications charts to provide product details.

Unbound from a large rare 1941 Industrial Catalog, this unique old eight-page technical brochure would display beautifully matted and framed. Nice cover graphics. A fabulous addition to your retro industry library.