by Michael Barnes | Nov 8, 2020 | Product Information
Need LeBlond replacement parts? You are in the right spot! In this post, we identify some common ones and explain what they do. History of LeBlond Replacement Parts R.K. LeBlond founded the R. K. LeBlond Machine Tool Company to manufacture metal lathes in 1887. The...
by Michael Barnes | Jul 8, 2014 | Product Information
Radius Grinding Sharpening The K.O. Lee KOL40M and KOL60M Tool & Cutter Grinders come equipped with a handy attachment – the Radius Grinding Sharpener that is used for grinding and sharpening complex tool forms, primarily spherical surfaces. The attachment...
by Michael Barnes | May 5, 2021 | Uncategorized
The LeBlond name is legendary because we provide high-performance and reliability with every machine. When you need a manual lathe, you can rely on LeBlond. Here are two of the industrial high speed manual lathes that we currently offer: LeBlond RKL-1300G Manual Lathe...
by Michael Barnes | Sep 5, 2013 | Product Information
Rebuilt Grinder Spindles Extend the Life of Your Grinder Do you want to save 30% on the cost of a new spindle for your K.O. Lee grinder and have it run just as effectively as brand-spanking new? Check out the spindle rebuild service that LeBlond Ltd. offers for this...
by Michael Barnes | Jul 22, 2013 | Product Information
Industrial Surface Grinders are Economical and Efficient If you are looking for a low maintenance surface grinder, then you have found your companion in the K.O. Lee model KOL-820/2A supplied by LeBlond Ltd. Click here to see the complete product description and...
by Michael Barnes | Sep 1, 2013 | Video
Check out the following video of a 1966 LeBlond Regal manual lathe in action. You need to click on the link. The YouTube video is not setup to embed: Lathe Gear Maintenance Keep the gears of your LeBlond manual lathe in mint condition. The LeBlond manual lathe has a...
by Michael Barnes | Apr 27, 2021 | Tips, Video
You may need to do a lathe spindle removal and replace the bearings if you’re not holding a tight tolerance on your LeBlond lathe. This process is recommended every 10 years or so on your machine. You also may need to replace the spindle bearings if you damage your...
by Michael Barnes | Aug 9, 2013 | Product Information
Features and Benefits of LeBlond Manual Lathes If you are looking to buy a manual lathe, the RKL series from LeBlond Ltd. is an excellent option. Both the LeBlond RKL-1560V and the RKL-1960V are variable speed lathes at 7.5 horsepower. The swing (the part on the lathe...
by Michael Barnes | Mar 23, 2018 | Product Information
Since LeBlond began in 1887, operator safety has been a top priority for the company. Over the past 100 years, we’ve led the industry in offering key lathe safety features. This still holds true today with our RKL line of manual lathes. Below are four principle safety...
by Michael Barnes | Jul 10, 2013 | News
Regular Lathe Oil Maintenance Reduces Downtime and Saves Money Just like getting regular oil checks on your car, you should maintain the oil supply regularly on your LeBlond lathe. Everyone that drives a car knows that if you don’t regularly change the oil in your...
