In the top picture is a vertical slide for the Myford. Probably a couple of hundred pounds at least, as it looks in very good condition. The fixed steady in the box is about the same. There is probably also a travelling steady somewhere, that will be worth the same, too.
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It would be very helpful if the items could be removed from the drawers and then photographed. The items I can see are identified in the attached photo but there are clearly other items under the boxes. I would say that the condition of the accessories is excellent and many of the items look unused. For prices I would always go to eBay and look at the Sold items. I would also sell via eBay - its easy and quick and there and many people wanting Myford items. As I guide I would expect £100 for the verticle slide with a good set of pictures and description. (I recently sold one for £110). The raising blocke I don't have a price for as they are a little unusual but beg the question as to whether there is a dividing head in the drawers. The 4 jaw chuck looks new but the make is obscured by the chuck key. Probably £80 on eBay. The 3 jaw is older and should have a second set of jaws and a chuck key. Might well be original with the lathe. BTW did you sell the Myford Super7 - how much?
Hope this helps and if you need any other info just ask
Mike
It would be very helpful if the items could be removed from the drawers and then photographed. The items I can see are identified in the attached photo but there are clearly other items under the boxes. I would say that the condition of the accessories is excellent and many of the items look unused. For prices I would always go to eBay and look at the Sold items. I would also sell via eBay - its easy and quick and there and many people wanting Myford items. As I guide I would expect £100 for the verticle slide with a good set of pictures and description. (I recently sold one for £110). The raising blocke I don't have a price for as they are a little unusual but beg the question as to whether there is a dividing head in the drawers. The 4 jaw chuck looks new but the make is obscured by the chuck key. Probably £80 on eBay. The 3 jaw is older and should have a second set of jaws and a chuck key. Might well be original with the lathe. BTW did you sell the Myford Super7 - how much?
Hope this helps and if you need any other info just ask
Mike
@Mike Ginn - no, nothing has been sold yet. Blame my tardiness in being distracted by hour own house selling/buying.
Naturally we're trying to do the best thing for my wife's sister. I think eBay, for the smaller transportable items such as what is in the drawers (two sets of drawers plus the metal ones in my photo album), is always a good plan.
Many thanks to all for continuing to help out with your knowledge. Keep an eye on the thread whilst we're with my SIL next Mon/Tues... I may be posting other photos.
Naturally we're trying to do the best thing for my wife's sister. I think eBay, for the smaller transportable items such as what is in the drawers (two sets of drawers plus the metal ones in my photo album), is always a good plan.
Many thanks to all for continuing to help out with your knowledge. Keep an eye on the thread whilst we're with my SIL next Mon/Tues... I may be posting other photos.
.....its not about noticing the holes - its about expecting to find holes!. Quite a lot of the non-Myford (I guess they are now all non-Myford!) chucks have dividing holes especially those from the far east which make up the bulk of the product available. It will be interesting to see the rear of the chuck to see how it fits the Myford nose. This would determine if the chuck was made for Myford or just adapted. Having said that I couldn't see evidence of a back plate.
David
for the larger items get people to collect. Also make use of companies such as Interparcel who offer very good courier rates (no connection - just a user!)
Always remember that the description and decent photos are the key to selling success. Also start low in the auction. For my vertical slide I started at £10 + postage and make sure it finishes on a Sunday evening.
Mike
for the larger items get people to collect. Also make use of companies such as Interparcel who offer very good courier rates (no connection - just a user!)
Always remember that the description and decent photos are the key to selling success. Also start low in the auction. For my vertical slide I started at £10 + postage and make sure it finishes on a Sunday evening.
Mike
Hi Mike, my wife and I are experienced eBay sellers. I generally use Interparcel (Evri; UPS). Always end Sunday around 9pm.
Oh... and I realised just that I'd photo'd the drawers in a (third) metal cabinet last time. Here's a few, but please don't feel obliged to spend hours of your time. I need to pull each part out and try to identify it, in time...
...plan was/is to get the large items gone first to free up some space. The workshop is an upstairs bedroom, including the Myford.
Oh... and I realised just that I'd photo'd the drawers in a (third) metal cabinet last time. Here's a few, but please don't feel obliged to spend hours of your time. I need to pull each part out and try to identify it, in time...
...plan was/is to get the large items gone first to free up some space. The workshop is an upstairs bedroom, including the Myford.
David
Actually it is very quick to annotated the pictures! I attach the official Myford accessory list with drawings. Its dates 1998 so ignore the prices. This should help you identify the items and correctly name them. Please feel free to reach out to the HMEM for additional help. Also feel free to PM me
All the best
Mike
Actually it is very quick to annotated the pictures! I attach the official Myford accessory list with drawings. Its dates 1998 so ignore the prices. This should help you identify the items and correctly name them. Please feel free to reach out to the HMEM for additional help. Also feel free to PM me
All the best
Mike
What an extensive collection.
I wish I was on that side of the pond; I would certainly pick up some of those items.
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I wish I was on that side of the pond; I would certainly pick up some of those items.
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And no doubt another reason for the Myford lathe popularity, a very large number of accessories available.
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If it were me actually buying say the lathe - - - - then finding that there were a whole lot of pieces that I could have also bought - - - - that would be frustrating.
I might be - - - - I'm on the other side of the pond as well - - so its just a suggestion - - interested in obtaining the machine AND its accessories in one shot.
One fair price and one whole lot of stuff is out the door.
Selling things as first the large pieces and then individually selling (and only individually selling) the pieces like have been displayed only benefits the freight company - - - - they already charge too much imo.
Perhaps a dissenting viewpoint to most but I like to get the works.
(A pity someone in the family wasn't interested in the craft - - - - what a huge boost all those toys would be!!!!)
Mike you're a star!
I did wonder whether the Myford accessories would enhance the value of the lathe if sold with it. But then a buyer will perhaps want a basic and cheaper setup if new to lathe work?
I think it unlikely to find a buyer who wants every conceivable extra, but what do I know!
What is essential to keep with the lathe as a bare minimum, i.e. what "comes with it?"
I did wonder whether the Myford accessories would enhance the value of the lathe if sold with it. But then a buyer will perhaps want a basic and cheaper setup if new to lathe work?
I think it unlikely to find a buyer who wants every conceivable extra, but what do I know!
What is essential to keep with the lathe as a bare minimum, i.e. what "comes with it?"
I'm up to item 38 of 45 on the list of (mostly) labelled machines/devices, if you recall (here: Machines ), adding values from eBay "sold" items mostly. Will publish it when I've finished to see if anyone can fill in the ones I cannot identify
There's a few I've struggled with, but what would this be used for? Is it as simple as a hand turned drill stand?...
There's a few I've struggled with, but what would this be used for? Is it as simple as a hand turned drill stand?...
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Hi David, I am a past Chairman of Bristol Model Engineers and have dealt with several 'deceased' workshop disposals - I live between Bristol and Bath (and was born in Leicester!) so if you think I can be of assistance please contact me on 07905286711
Cheers ... Kevin
Cheers ... Kevin
I tend to agree with ajoeiam, the lathe would probably best be sold with 3 and 4-jaw chucks as well as all its standard kit, as a minimum. I would also suggest that whoever buys the lathe be offered first pick of the accessories.
Super 7 Standard equipment:
6-3/4" faceplate (the one with radial slots)
Catchplate (the one with a peg sticking out)
Oil Gun (small one, probably blue)
soft centre
hard centre
4 allen keys
3 spanners (two double open ended & one just for the square headed topside swivel screws)
C-spanner for spindle bearing adjustment
Set of changewheels (gears)
Manual
(if you have the manual, it contains a numbered photo and list of all the bits)
6-3/4" faceplate (the one with radial slots)
Catchplate (the one with a peg sticking out)
Oil Gun (small one, probably blue)
soft centre
hard centre
4 allen keys
3 spanners (two double open ended & one just for the square headed topside swivel screws)
C-spanner for spindle bearing adjustment
Set of changewheels (gears)
Manual
(if you have the manual, it contains a numbered photo and list of all the bits)
I agree with Charles
Super 7 should come with:- Face plate, 3 jaw chuck and reverse jaws plus key, 4 jaw chuck plus key, lead screw dial, tool holder (the basic clamp style with cutters and the adjusting boat although the Dickson/4 way toolpost would also be ok), motor and reversing switch, Myford oiler, raising blocks for the lathe feet and I would include the stand. This gives the new owner a working machine. everything else is a bonus.
Hope that helps
Mike
Super 7 should come with:- Face plate, 3 jaw chuck and reverse jaws plus key, 4 jaw chuck plus key, lead screw dial, tool holder (the basic clamp style with cutters and the adjusting boat although the Dickson/4 way toolpost would also be ok), motor and reversing switch, Myford oiler, raising blocks for the lathe feet and I would include the stand. This gives the new owner a working machine. everything else is a bonus.
Hope that helps
Mike
