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This design and construction guide was written in response to many  requests I've received over the years for a source for plans, instructions or drawings for the foot-powered treadle lathe shown at left.

I have used this shop-built lathe at traditional
woodworking demonstrations and it never fails to
draw an interested crowd. It is also a practical tool, having a permanent home in the center of our
traditional tool workshop.


See below for Download 
& Purchase Options

 

 Introduction
 Measured 
 Drawing
 Materials & Parts
 Headstock
 Tensioner
 Tailstock
 Took Rest
 Flywheel
 Using the Lathe

Updated
January 2008

Click for Updates* and to
view some lathes inspired
by this book


Download Free Copy

This E-book is available in either E-Book or Adobe Acrobat PDF format.

Self-extracting E-Book:
Windows 98, 2000, XP & Internet Explorer 4 or later, compatible. 

This format is more interactive and effective on-screen but has limited printing capability. (not intentionally)

When you click the Download button you will be asked if you want to save to disk; say Yes. Download time will vary depending on the quality of your Internet connection but if that is an issue for you I suggest the smaller file below. When the download is complete, just double-click on the file icon, Lathe.exe and the E-Book will display.

Adobe Acrobat PDF:
Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader 5 or later.


This format is less interactive on-screen but does print better. In general I think you will like the E-Book format better, but if a complete printed copy is important to you, then download the PDF version.


Purchase E-Book on CD

The most recent , updated version of this E-Book can be purchased on CD. Both the self-extracting E-Book and Adobe Acrobat PDF versions are included.

Price:  $ 6.00 ea. + $2.00 shipping per book order

This is a nothing-fancy CD, sent via USPS to addresses in the United States 

To order CD version go to our
Publishing Order Page.


Purchase Print Version

You can receive a print version of this E-Book with a Color cover and graphics . We print on 100% recycled, acid-free paper, with power from the sun.

Price: $ 8.00 ea. + $2.00 shipping per book order

Printed version is 19 pages, 8-1/2" x 11", staple-bound and sent via USPS to address in the United States.

To order the printed version go to our Publishing Order Page.

We accept payment by Personal or Business Check

 

 

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