by Michael Barnes | Mar 6, 2017 | Product Information, Video
No, they’re not. LeBlond RKL Series manual lathes are not nail polish when it comes to cutting metric threads. Our lathes are both metric and imperial that means you can cut in millimeters, centimeters or inches. Switching between the two requires a different... 
by Michael Barnes | Jul 27, 2016 | News, Video
LeBlond uses Old Dominion Freight Line for shipping of your newly purchased LeBlond or K.O. Lee machine tools. Old Dominion features Security Divider Service, “locked-in security for nose-loaded, special or uncrated, non-containerized freight,” according... 
by Michael Barnes | Nov 3, 2015 | News, Product Information
It is logistically difficult to park a manual machine tool weighing over 4,500 pounds under your holiday tree; but nevertheless, LeBlond Ltd. is in a generous spirit at the end of the year with their holiday promotion. Customers can save up to 15% off or as much as... 
by Michael Barnes | Sep 13, 2015 | Product Information
The comparison is as dramatic as a rudimentary cart with rocks for wheels to a luxury, high-tech sedan that is capable of driving itself. And what is this comparison? We’re talking about the design of LeBlond’s classic Regal metal lathe to our current RKL model.... 
by Michael Barnes | Aug 30, 2015 | Product Information
In a series of posts, we are exploring the differences between LeBlond’s classic metal lathe the Regal and our current model the RKL. In this previous post, you can find out more about the history of the two machines. Today, we cover the primary difference between the... 
by Michael Barnes | Aug 19, 2015 | Product Information
The Regal is LeBlond’s Model T, a gamechanging product that served as the bedrock of the company’s fortunes. To continue a Ford motor analogy, LeBlond’s current metal lathe – the RKL – can be seen as the company’s Mustang, a model that adds flair and style to the... 
by Michael Barnes | Aug 7, 2015 | Product Information, Video
It’s nearing the end of summer but that doesn’t mean it’s time we stop you from saving big money on smaller LeBlond metal lathes. Check out the video below to get details on our latest promotion on the LeBlond RKL Series manual lathes. Promotion ends... by Michael Barnes | Jun 1, 2015 | Tips
You want to buy a new car – manual or automatic transmission might be one of the first questions that you ask yourself. A stick shift (manual transmission) gives you more control and is less expensive. An automatic transmission is more expensive but is easier to use.... 
by Michael Barnes | Mar 21, 2015 | Tips
Lubricating the chuck to your engine lathe can be a tricky question. Lubrication like grease can attract chips and jam up your chuck. If you don’t lubricate something like a scroll chuck, chips from running the machine can collect and make turning the chuck wrench... 
by Michael Barnes | Feb 23, 2015 | Product Information
It is officially 2015 for machinists and that means annoying New Year Resolutions. Worked a long day in the shop? Well, your day just got longer because it’s time to go to the gym and shed some pounds. But, hey, the Big Game is on! Well put down those chicken wings –...
