This section is from the book "An Elementary Outline Of Mechanical Processes", by G. W. Danforth. Also available from Amazon: An elementary outline of mechanical processes.
This lathe consists merely of a head stock mounted for carrying a large face plate. It is used for turning flat work of large diameter. This type of lathe is shown in Fig. 101.

Fig. 101. - Face Lathe.
 
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