Anyone Staffordshire/Shropshire with Union Graduate?

[ian_in_the_midlands]

I am looking at upgrading my lathe.

On paper, I thought the small Jet/Axminster was the lathe I needed.
Once I saw them I realised they were not what I was looking for.

The Union Graduate is recommended a lot on here.
Before I start bidding on Ebay I would be interested to see one, and discuss the lathe with someone who uses one.
As per the title I am on the Staffordshire/Shropshire border.
Is there anyone within a reasonable distance who can help me?

Thanks.

 

[flh801978]

If you fancy a drive to Sheffield I can show you mine long and short bed versions and all the modifications
Ian

And also if you decide you want one i have one for sale at a very reasonable price ( bowl lathe)

 

[ian_in_the_midlands]

Hello flh801978.
Thanks very much for your offer of help.
It is a long way to Sheffield - about a 2 hour drive.
I may take you up on your offer in the future, if I can not get see anything closer to home.
Unfortunately I am not looking for a bowl lathe.

 

[red dave]

Hi Ian their is a myford lathe for sale at the stafford & district woodturning club if that is of use to you.
plus a few other things.
Dave

 

[ian_in_the_midlands]

Hello Dave.
I have not looked at the Myfords.
Which model is it?

 

[ian_in_the_midlands]

Got too see one today.
Christ it is going to take some moving!