Craftsman 36" Wood Lathe

by James T. Johnson
(Alexander, AR USA)

Craftsman Wood Lathe

I purchased this old lathe about 3 years ago and am just getting around to cleaning it up. I find that it does not have a Make, model No. or S.No. on it. Each of the parts have a number stamped on them, which I assume is a part number. It has a Craftsman motor, which gave me the idea it was a Craftsman. I also showed a photo of the lathe to a person I know that does lathe work and he said he thought it was a Craftsman. It has a Craftsman Copy Crafter with it. Model No. 113-24907 S No. 94096P0289. I found a Manual for the Copy Crafter, but I have not found anything on the lathe.

I am uploading a photo of the lathe with the Copy Crafter in the background. Could anyone give me an idea of the Make and Model Number.

Thank You

Jim Johnson

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Craftsman 36" Wood Lathe

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Jul 25, 2010
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craftsman 36" wood lathe/ router crafter
by: Jerry

While you can do minor turnings with this lathe,you'll soon want to upgrade if you get serious about turning. Rather than try to find the missing parts i suggest you get a used 1236 Jet or other make. look on ebay to get an idea. What you have in the background is not a copy crafter.It is a router crafter.You need to attach a router to it

Mar 29, 2010
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just bought this exact lathe today for 75$
by: Anonymous

Just bought this exact lathe today, again no model number on it at all, love to get some info on it.

kcdono66@yahoo.com

Feb 02, 2010
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Face Plate Turning
by: david

I have the same lathe and am trying to turn a bowl on a face plate on the outside. Anyone know how to adjust this lathe so that this can be done?

Jan 25, 2010
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Price
by: David S.

I would estimate the price at around $150-$200 if it comes complete with motor, lathe and table. I just checked craigslist and they have one listed at $130.

Jan 23, 2010
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Sears & Roebuck lathe
by: Dennis West

I just looked at a job ( I am a carpenter)and the home owner would like to barter with a model no. 113.23881 lathe. The lathe is like new condtion and the wood table is still in the packing box.Also comes with chisle.I dont thik the lathe has been used much all.I would like to know if any one would know the value of it?

Jan 14, 2010
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Awesome Craftsman 36" Wood Lathe
by: zachary

I have the exact same model. Have been using it for years, works great,even though the keyway on the bottom tends to come off.
thanks for the info tho i need a pulley.
going to rigdid now

Nov 24, 2009
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36
by: David S.

Hi Scott,
Do you still have any parts left from the 113.23881 lathe? I just picked one up and I need the foot and one knob.
Thanks
David
d.a.v.i.d.a.t.e.k.@.g.m.a.i.l..c.o.m (remove the extra periods)

Nov 11, 2009
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Craftsman 36
by: Paula Hall

Gentlemen,
I am looking at a lathe for sale that is this model. Do you like how it works? Can you give me the bed length and diameter. I don't have the specs yet.

Thank you,
Paula

Nov 05, 2009
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Craftsman
by: Paul Goddard

I have the same lathe. I have read that they were made for Sears Craftsman brand by Rigid. Rigid kept making them for a few years after Craftsman dropped them. You can get some parts under the Rigid brand.

Oct 12, 2009
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Craftsman Lathe
by: Kenny

I have the exact same, if not very similar model lathe as you. Mine has the following stamped on it:
SEARS ROEBUCK AND CO.
SIMPSONS SEARS LTD.
MODEL NO. 113.23881

I believe that it was made between 1957-1959

Oct 12, 2009
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36" wood lathe
by: Scott Byrd

Jim
I found a lahte frame that looks identical to yours,it has the the drive and shield yours appeares to be missing ,if you are interested I would be happy to send you any and all needed parts as mine is missing to many pieces to be resorected.
scottbyrd@hotmail.com