Vintage Metal Lathe Diagram - Labeled Mechanical Illustration for Education & Repair #158221 (License: Personal Use)

This precise line drawing depicts a manually operated metal lathe from the early-to-mid 20th century, featuring a robust cast-iron bed, adjustable carriage, handwheel-driven tailstock, and belt-driven headstock. Labels A through D identify critical functional elements: A = headstock/spindle assembly, B = tool carriage with compound rest, C = bed/guide rails, D = tailstock with center support. The illustration emphasizes mechanical clarity over aesthetic detail, supporting instruction or troubleshooting.

Used in educational materials (e.g., vocational training manuals, engineering textbooks), online repair guides, or museum exhibits to explain lathe anatomy and operation; targets users seeking foundational knowledge of machining tools.