Makerspace agreed to let us hold a silent auction to get rid of its Grizzly G5979 Wood Lathe. It is a 12" x 35-1/2" swivel head lathe that has been discontinued by Grizzly. It has a 1/2 HP motor & variable speed Reeves drive with a low speed of ~650 RPM. It includes 2 chucks with keys, 3 faceplates, & another G5979 (less tailstock & banjo) for spare parts. The spare lathe has 1 burned up motor & a 2nd motor that may or may not work. Lots of information (user manuals, parts lists, & reviews can be found on-line).
The way it works is, if you're interested, send me an email with your bid (rrydrah@gmail.com). I will respond to all emails within 24 hours to verify that I received your bid. If you don't get a confirmation within 24 hours, call me (Randy Hardy, (321)848-4939) so we can straighten it out. Bidding continues until Tuesday 11/17/2026 at midnight. The highest bid will be announced & the winner may pick the lathes anytime after that. Bidding starts at $50. See pictures below or view in person at Makerspace (the small room between the classroom & the wood shop)
Randy Hardy