1930s Atlas Lathe Restoration

I'm extremely excided to present you guys with the restoration of this Atlas / Craftsman lathe from 1937. This is one of the earliest models of these 12'' swing atlas lathes, and bringing it back to life was a real pleasure. Restoring this lathe was hands down one of the most gratifying projects I took on this year! 🛢Lubrication & Oilers: Pump Oiler - https://amzn.to/3dnp937 Spring Bottom Oiler - https://amzn.to/33TjKNU Ways Oil - https://amzn.to/3jWFEFJ 20WT Home Depot - https://www.homedepot.com/p/Husky-Synthetic-Blend-Non-Detergent-Oil-Air-Compressor-018-0079H/205183905 20WT Amazon - https://amzn.to/2SQOFV1 High Temp Gear Grease - https://amzn.to/371cMs7 ⭐AXA Quick Change Tool Post - https://amzn.to/3dB9rS9 Traverse Gear Case Assembly PDF - https://www.dropbox.com/s/2g89utgzg56ja6g/RBO%20-%20Atlas%2012%27%27_Cage.pdf?dl=0 AXA T-Nut PDF - https://www.dropbox.com/s/pbhwo2uyox2o08z/RBO-Altas-AXA-T-Nut.pdf?dl=0 ▪Paint, Primer: Rust-Oleum Primer - https://amzn.to/3dt8v26 Rust-Oleum Royal Blue - https://amzn.to/3dr5eAe ✅How To Videos & Reviews: Build A Surface Grinder - https://youtu.be/_Q2aujE3pWk WEN Sharpener Review - https://youtu.be/mN21B_OOg7w DIY File Guide - https://youtu.be/BzsmWNwpFE0 How To Grind Bevels - https://youtu.be/UHOn7X3z9lA 🗡Knife Builds: Hand Forged Damascus Knife - https://youtu.be/CbOj-k7M1us Wharncliffe Knife - https://youtu.be/HAE9V5wu5qA Bushcraft Knife - https://youtu.be/05oRi4XEGno Deadlift Knife Challenge - https://youtu.be/zNh6BbBuqSs Rod Pump Knife - https://youtu.be/90DyQUq_trM Forged Hunter - https://youtu.be/PV-xZiXY2-M 📷Camera Gear: Camera – Panasonic G7 – https://amzn.to/2SD8ekG Microphone – Takstar - https://amzn.to/36euYLP SD Card – 128GB - https://amzn.to/2tmVfZW Narration Microphone - https://amzn.to/2XvKHD2 Tripod - https://amzn.to/2XmXrwB https://www.hobby-machinist.com/ ************************************************** Subscribe Here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC3kPIyZ5Rb8TQfWNk94kukQ?sub_confirmation=1 ************************************************** Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/redbeardops/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/RedBeardOps #lathe #redbeardops #restoration 00:00 - Intro & Tail Stock Disassembly 04:40 - Carriage Disassembly 12:10 - Counter Shaft Disassembly & Repair 17:20 - Head Stock & Base Disassembly 23:20 - Painting 24:33 - Reassembly 33:19 - Gear Cage Fabrication 40:43 - Quick Change Tool Post 42:00 - Before and After * * ********************************************************** ⚠️ Disclaimer — A notice from Red Beard Ops LLC (owner of Red Beard Ops, Red Beard Engineered and Red Beard Lifts): The information on this channel is provided for general informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, training, or licensed trade work. Any action you take based on this content is strictly at your own risk. Red Beard Ops LLC, its owners, and affiliates are not liable for any losses, damages, or injuries resulting from your use of this content, including injuries or damages sustained while attempting to emulate any project shown. Some projects involve electrical, structural, gas, or other work that may require permits or a licensed professional in your jurisdiction — consult one before proceeding.