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 | 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 | 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 –... 
by Michael Barnes | Nov 26, 2014 | News
The holidays are a time of generosity and LeBlond Ltd. is in the giving spirit with their huge holiday machine tools promotion where customers can save up to 15% on LeBlond manual lathes and K.O. Lee grinders until December 30, 2014. Customers can visit... 
by Michael Barnes | Aug 16, 2014 | Product Information
Constant surface speed is a turning center feature on LeBlond RKL Series manual lathes that allow the machine to automatically determine the appropriate spindle speed in revolutions per minute (rpm). The machine determines the current diameter position as well as the... 
by Michael Barnes | Apr 24, 2014 | Product Information
Can something that is tough be precise? You think of toughness as something durable and able to withstand a lot of wear and tear. Precision is exactness, not necessarily the same thing as tough and sturdy. A boxer may be precise in throwing a punch in an early round,...
