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[Lons]

Here are some pics of the Cowells Rod. All the original documentation is there as well a catalogue and brochures.
It was bought in 1987.
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[Harbo]

Nice looking machine in excellent condition, good collection of accessories too - green with envy!

Rod

 

[Lons]

Nice looking machine in excellent condition, good collection of accessories too - green with envy!

Rod

Sorry Rod. It wasn't meant like that at all, I was just interested in your valued opinion.

I'm a bit embarrased that I own it really as it's certainly underused.

Bob

 

[Harbo]

No probs Bob - I've seen ones like that go for £1600 with those accessories?

A lot of money when compared to Boxford & Myford prices for a tiny machine?

Rod

 

[Lons]

Hard to believe really. I love it but at first glance it looks more like a kiddies toy :? Just told my missus and she said "are you going to sell it then?" I gave her one of those looks that said don't be silly :lol:
If my kids find out, it might disappear and be on ebay next week.

Bob

 

[AES]

@Lons & @Harbo,

Nice looking little machine and from all I've heard (never owned one) they are far from being a toy.

The machine shown obviously does NOT need it, but I take the "Model Engineers' Workshop" (MEW) magazine and currently there's a 2 or 3 part article running written by a well-respected author on both their Forum and in the mag who bought a pretty clapped out one on the bay and has been restoring and adding to it.

If anyone else is interested I will happily scan the lot and send it off as a .pdf E-mail attach file - send me a PM if needed. BTW it will (of course) be at no charge so that there's no problem with copyright.

And as a more general point those who like fiddling around with such things may find MEW well worth a sub - it's not all Myford (even sometimes something for Unimats) and definitely NO model steam engines, etc, just full of all sorts of useful ideas and designs for just about all aspects of "mucking about in a shop". I've been taking it for about a couple of years now and find it most useful, interesting, and value for money. Usual disclaimers.

Link to their site (covers both their "Model Engineer" mag as well as MEW) and includes sample copies of both mags that you can have a look at:


http://www.model-engineer.co.uk

Krgds
AES

 

[Lons]

@Lons & @Harbo,

Nice looking little machine and from all I've heard (never owned one) they are far from being a toy.

The machine shown obviously does NOT need it, but I take the "Model Engineers' Workshop" (MEW) magazine and currently there's a 2 or 3 part article running written by a well-respected author on both their Forum and in the mag who bought a pretty clapped out one on the bay and has been restoring and adding to it.

If anyone else is interested I will happily scan the lot and send it off as a .pdf E-mail attach file - send me a PM if needed. BTW it will (of course) be at no charge so that there's no problem with copyright.

And as a more general point those who like fiddling around with such things may find MEW well worth a sub - it's not all Myford (even sometimes something for Unimats) and definitely NO model steam engines, etc, just full of all sorts of useful ideas and designs for just about all aspects of "mucking about in a shop". I've been taking it for about a couple of years now and find it most useful, interesting, and value for money. Usual disclaimers.

Link to their site (covers both their "Model Engineer" mag as well as MEW) and includes sample copies of both mags that you can have a look at:


http://www.model-engineer.co.uk

Krgds
AES

Many thanks, I'll definately have a look at the link. If you're happy to do it I would definately like a copy of the article as well so will send a pm with email details.

As an aside, I only ever bought a few Model Engineers but my neighbour who was a loco enthusiast bought it and I regularly read his copies.
I do have 5 old volumes in mint condition (143 - 145) covering Jan 1977 - June 1979 which I browse through occasionally. They were gifted with the lathe.

cheers

Bob

 

[Lons]

Hi AES

I very much appreciate the trouble you've gone to in sending me the article. I've only skimmed through it but will read every word as it's very interesting.

You're a gentleman Andy and I owe you.

Bob

 

[AES]

Hi Bob,

Many people on this Forum have helped me in many different ways so this time it's my pleasure Sir.

Good weekend

AES

 

[Harbo]

After quite a long break I've made a few more bits over the last two days - Pallet Frame and Arbor.
These pieces are connected to the pendulum which allows the Escape wheel to rotate (and click).

They are very tiny - the a Arbour Rod is made from 1/8" diam Silver Steel rod.

Rod

 

[woodfarmer]

It is lovely to see the old skills being used to such good effect. I really must recommission my old Holbrook lathe.

 

[Harbo]

Not mine but taken at the Midlands MEX last week

I think it said he broke over 150 a Piercing Saw blades!!

Rod

 

[Harbo]

Not very exciting but I made a start on the pendulum assembly.
Piece of 1/4" brass square, tapped for 5BA thread, drilled and tapped for 10BA screw and slot cut to take suspension spring.
1/8" SS rod threaded 5BA and 3/4" brass rod for weight and adjuster.

Rod

 

[Harbo]

Here's the finished pendulum assembly - the knurled end is threaded on the SS rod to allow for adjustment

Rod

 

[AES]

Looks very nice Harbo, thanks for posting.