In a world of disposable machinery, the Mitchell of Keighley is a final argument for heavy iron. It is loud, slow, and heavy. And it is absolutely glorious.
If you treat a Mitchell with respect—keep the oil wicks wet and avoid crashing the carriage—it will outlive your grandchildren. mitchell of keighley lathe
If you spend any time in a "dark satanic mill" turned makerspace, or browsing the used listings for a lathe that won’t fold under pressure, you have heard the whisper: "Get a Mitchell." In a world of disposable machinery, the Mitchell