Ok, I'm stumped. Why is this tailstock accessory made this way?

[itsme_Bernie]

Thanks folks

I know about crotch centers, but this is 3/4 inch mount in the back, and these two 3/4 inch rods in the v-grooves in the front.

My 10L came with a turret tailstock, but does not appear to have ever even set up.










Bernie

 

[pineyfolks]

I've never seen one like that, maybe it was made so you can replace the rods after they are worn. You can use those in a mill or drill to quick center round stock for less critical jobs.

 

[itsme_Bernie]

It's just so weird, as it was definitely made commercially, and finished.


Bernie

 

[tekfab]

How about it being a version of this "crotch" centre ?

http://www.homemetalshopclub.org/hints/hints.html

Mike Young

 

[genec]

I believe it's a 2 TO 1 notch converter:whiteflag:

 

[4GSR]

Looks like a anvil for a Rockwell hardness tester for hold small diameter part of some sort.

Ken

 

[itsme_Bernie]

Looks like a anvil for a Rockwell hardness tester for hold small diameter part of some sort.

Ken

Hmmm.. You might have something there, Ken.. Google time




Bernie

 

[Bartonius]

Here is the Hardness Tester Anvil from here at work in the lab, I agree with the others.

You have a hardness tester anvil, now all you need is the rest!!

 

[itsme_Bernie]

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Here is the Hardness Tester Anvil from here at work in the lab, I agree with the others.

You have a hardness tester anvil, now all you need is the rest!!

XD !! Hah hah hah!! I need a Rockwell hardness tester for my ANVIL!!! Hah hah hah!!!

Anyone need one for their Rockwell tester?


Bernie