Table Of Contents
- What is LeBlond Exactly and How Can They Help Me with My Lathe Issues?
- Our Library is Perfect to Find More Details About Your Old LeBlond Lathe
- The Regal Lathe: An Example of an Early LeBlond Lathe
- Where Can You Find Your LeBlond’s Lathe Serial Number?
- Why Should You Have Your Old LeBlond’s Lathe Serial Number?
- What Else Can You Find in LeBlond’s Library?
TL;DR
LeBlond LTD has a treasure trove of records in their Cincinnati headquarters with original specifications and prints for old LeBlond lathes going as far back as the 1940s. This post provides information on how to utilize this resource to order replacement parts to keep your vintage LeBlond machinery in perfect operating condition.
What is LeBlond Exactly and How Can They Help Me with My Lathe Issues?
LeBlond LTD is a machine tool supplier, providing new LeBlond and K.O. Lee machinery and service as well as OES parts for LeBlond, K.O. Lee, Standard Modern, Deka Drill and Johnson Press product lines,
We offer thousands of quality accessories and tooling items for your machining requirements.
Our Library is Ideal to Find More Details About Your Vintage LeBlond Lathe
Picture a library without dusty bookshelves or librarians who shush you into embarrassed silence.
It is more of a resource library in the sense that it has documentation of detailed assembly drawings, microfilm, and aperture cards containing technical information on thousands of transactions and machine blueprints going as far back as the Word War II era!
Every item is perfectly preserved and kept safe to have a clear record of every part of a lathe. You’ll have zero issues with your LeBlond machine tool after we gather all the information needed to troubleshoot or find replacement parts for your LeBlond, regardless of age.
The Regal Lathe: An Example of an Early LeBlond Lathe
LeBlond LTD has manufactured numerous machines throughout the years. One clear example is the Regal Lathe. Specifically, the 13-inch with the standard 4-lever all-geared (not a Servo-shift) headstock.
The LeBlond Regal Lathes model can be recognized by its 4-lever control and the Servo model by the use of two levers and a speed-selector dial.
Known both as the LeBlond and later as the LeBlond Makino, several versions were offered starting in the late 1800’s through 1954. The serial number started with a letter and a production line roll-out number.
From 1954 to the early 1990’s, serial numbers started with a number 2 through 15, then a letter followed by the production line roll-out number. The letters in the serial number stood for the size of the machine such as 13” (B), 15” (C), 17” (D), 19” (E), 21” (F) and 24″ and 26” (H), including several others like our Dual Drive, Tape Turn, Tool & Diemaker and Heavy Duty machines.
Where Can You Find Your LeBlond’s Lathe Serial Number?
Thanks to our vast library, getting the model and year of your LeBlond machine is relatively simple. You don’t need to tear apart the machine to find it!
Commonly, we stamp the serial number, model number, amperage, voltage, and other vital information on a plate and mount it on the back of the electrical cabinet.
These are the two locations for your serial numbers. Here’s a video to help you find it:
Once you have the serial number, call or submit a request.
We will then access tens of thousands of detailed part drawings and unit assembly drawings that occupy rows upon rows of neatly organized engineering files at the north end of our warehouse in Amelia, Ohio.
Why Should You Have Your Old LeBlond Lathe Serial Number?
Let’s use an analogy from the automotive industry.
You already know that year and model numbers are commonly found in all sorts of vehicles. In the case of LeBlond lathes, they’re equally important because models are a simplified representation of complex systems.
They’re commonly used to get a bigger picture of understanding, predicting, or controlling the behavior of the machine.
They can easily be categorized and work as a blueprint for the next generation of machines.
When something is wrong with your car, you go to the dealer or repair shop, and the first question they ask you is the make and model.
The same applies to your lathe.
Knowing the year and model of your machine will definitely help to provide faster service by understanding the parts your machine needs and solving any issues it might have.
What Else Can You Find in LeBlond’s Library?
The LeBlond documentation area also contains microfilm with machine history and bills of material.
The machine history files are cataloged by serial number and include information such as a copy of the original sales order, the machine model, how the machine was configured initially, and the date of shipment.
How does this apply in the real world?
Hunting for a used LeBlond to refurbish? Get the serial number and you will know the original sale information in addition to the replacement parts you need to get extra years of additional service out of the machine.
We’ve also had customers find an old lathe in a relative’s garage or basement and were just curious how old the machine was.
Whatever the circumstances, the LeBlond Library is your resource for old LeBlond lathes.
If you have any specific questions, please leave a comment and we’ll be happy to help you.
If you’re looking for LeBlond replacement parts, click or tap HERE.
Or you can call us at (888) 532-5663 (Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm Eastern) and select Option 1.
We look forward to hearing from you!
💡KEY TAKEAWAYS
- LeBlond has tens of thousands of machine blueprints and diagrams detailing specifications and other data on old lathes for approximately the last 80 years
- Find the serial number of your LeBlond mounted on a plate on the back of the electrical cabinet
- Knowing your machine’s serial number will help solve issues faster and prolong the life of your lathe
I am looking at a Leblond Makino 1530, SN 14C-841 according to the ad. Do you have any information on that machine such as the original specs and do you have parts for that machine? Also, do you have a ballpark figure (just a typical estimate, not a quote) for your rebuild services on 15-17″ swing X 30-50″ centers on Leblond, Regal, and Makino machines?
Bill,
Give us a call at (888) 532-5663 and ask to speak to a Customer Service Representative.
Thanks,
Michael
LeBlond Customer Service
I have a Regal, serial number C5947 – do you have a copy of operating instructions that I can download??
Thanks for your query, James. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 and select option 2.
Can you please send me a manual on my lady serial numbers 11C641
No problem, John. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call LeBlond at 888-532-5663 (M-F 8am – 5pm ET).
Kindly send me a catalog of le blonde manual lathes.
My address is :-39,bhairu ka chabutra ,alwar,Rajasthan, India. Pin code: 301001
I would like some specks on a regal lathe SN # 2 B 706
Dear Ronald,
Use the contact form:
http://leblondusa.com/contact/
Thanks,
LeBlond Customer Service
I came about this K.O. Lee metal box ( M90 ) with three adjustable shafts in it–MOAC, M1AC and M2AO. They look almost new and hardly used. Can you give ma a legal name and the value of this set? I have heard they could be used to true up diamond cutting wheels on grinders? Thanks, Hank
Hank,
Call +1 (888) 532-5663 . Select option 1 and speak to a LeBlond Customer Service Representative who can assist you with this request.
Hi I have a leblond lathe serial number NE 6136 . I would like to know the age and anything you might could tell me about this machine. The machine seems to be in outstanding condition everything works and it it accurate. Also I was wondering if there would be a problem with speeding this lathe up a bit max speed is 372rpm
Carson, we will pass on this inquiry to our Customer Service team and someone will get in touch with you. In the meanwhile, you can always call us at +1 (888) 532-5663 and choose the option for Customer Service. Thanks for your interest in LeBlond!
Hello Carson , I saw the question about your NE 6136 leblond lathe. I’m runnung a NE6304 serial number lathe where I work and was wondering if you found out any year make on yours. i see your question was asked in January 2017. I;m sure this machine is close to same year. Thank you
Bruce Jones
My machine shipped on 7 of 1946. Does your machine have a taper attachment mine has one but it is missing some parts. I would like to find someone that had one similar to mine to see what all I need.
I am also looking for parts on the taper attachment for year 1945
Samuel, thanks for getting in touch. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 (M-F 8am-5pm ET).
Looking for the age and specs for two lathes.
12E-328
15E-180
Thank you.
Eric,
Give us a call at + 1 (888) 532-5663 to determine the age and specs for your two lathes.
Thank you.
A friend gave me a leblond lathe, it’s 12 inch, it’s belt driven, the numbers on it are, lot 42 no.6, other than the leblond tag, that’s all the numbers I can find, would you know what year this was made and can I get a manual for it, thanks
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A LE BLOND REGAL SERIAL # 2B 892 . I WOULD LIKE INFORMATION ON IT. WHAT YEAR MODEL OR EVEN PURCHASE A OWNERS MANUAL OR SERVICE MANUAL. THANKS
Hello Franklin, thanks for your query. We will pass on your request to the appropriate department. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call (888) 532-5663 or email LeBlond GM Tina Lopreato at [email protected] Thanks!
Just purchased a LeBlond 2516 serial number 3NFL1283 via auction.
Would like Price and availability of all manuals pertaining to this Lathe. Operation, Spare Parts, Installation, etc.
Congrats Angelo on joining the family. We have passed on your request to our parts team. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663. Thanks.
Good Day, A machinist at the plant I worked at ask me to look into the braking system on a Leblonde Regal az1015 lathe. He isn’t aware of any way to stop the lathe other thatn turn the machine off and then it comes to a slow rolling stop.
Thanks for the query, Denny. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, call LeBlond at 888-532-5663 (M-F 8am – 5 pm ET).
Looking for information on a Lelblond Regal a/n 2B2151.
No problem, Todd. Someone will be in touch. Thanks.
CNA YOU TEEL WHAT YEAR THIS leBlond 13 inch Roundtop was built. Serial Number B7683. thank you
Roger, thanks for the comment. Someone will get in touch with you. For faster results, give us a call at 888-532-5663 (M-F 8am-5pm ET).
im looking for a manual and what year my leblond lathe is
the serial # NB320
Scott, thank you for your request. Someone will contact you. For more immediate service, call 888-532-5663 (M-F 8am-5pm ET).
I am looking for info on # 38591 and # d5814
Thanks
Sandy cone
Thanks Sandy for your comment. Someone will contact you regarding your query. For immediate service, call us at 888-532-56632 (M-F 8am-5pm ET) or email us at [email protected] Thanks!
Hello.
I am looking for the manufactured date of my LeBlonde Regal lathe. The serial number is: 2B2234
Thank you in advance.
Thanks Dave for your query. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 (M – F 8am – 5pm ET) or email [email protected]
Hello Michael,
I have a 13″ Regal with bed marking NO. B 9410. Could you supply me with any information on this lathe. It’s missing the bed clamp for the taper attachment. Information on this lath is appreciated.
Thanks
David Vertacnik
David, thanks for your query. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, email [email protected] or call 888-532-5663 (M – F 8am – 5pm EST).
I am looking for a owners manual #2 B599
Clay, thanks for your query. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, email [email protected] or call 888-532-5663.
Clay,
Manuals for your machine is $97 before shipping.
i would like to know the manufactured date and get an owners manual for b 7842 lathe
Terry, thanks for your query. Someone will reach out to you. If you need immediate assistance, call (888) 532-5663 Option 1 (M-F 8am-5pm ET).
Terry,
Your machine year of manufacture is 1943 and we sell parts manuals for this for $97 before shipping.
I have a LeBlonde Dual Drive lathe, serial # HC77
I’m interested in when this lathe was manufactured, as well as any other pertinent info on it.
Thanks,
David
David, thanks for your query. Someone will contact you regarding your dual drive. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 and dial Option 1.
hi, what year was 15″ leblond 11c595 manufactured ?
Hey Joe, thanks for your query. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663.
I have a LeBlond engine lathe ,number NB 731 . I would appreciate any information on it,please. Year built, weight,anything else,thanks. Bob Booth
Thanks for your query, Bobby. Someone will contact you about your machine. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 Option 1.
I’m looking for a manual and what year my leblond lathe is.
The serial # U1495
Charles, thanks for your query. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 and dial Option 1.
I have a Leblond Regal S# F131. I don’t know the year of MFG. Seems to be a heavy-duty tapered long nose spindle, wide bed ways long wings on the carriage, the Chase dial assembly is missing. The old lather doesn’t appear to have even seen very much use in its life or at least not much heavy use.
I would like to locate a used chase dial assembly. or if I knew what size gear it requires, I could fabricate and machine the rest.
Thanks Frank for your query. Someone will contact you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663 and dial Option 1.
LaBlond Regal serial # 2E522 need manufacture date and owners manual plus parts manual
Thank you
Johnny, thanks for your query. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663.
I am looking information on a lathe 4Hc587
Can you provide me with specs
Operators’ manual
Manufacturing date and sales info
Also Is lathe equipped with metric threading capability?
Thanks
Ken
Ken, thanks for your query. Someone will reach out to you. For immediate service, call 888-532-5663.