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Armstrong #2-l offset rocker arm tool holder
Armstrong #2-L Offset Rocker Arm Tool Holder for Left Hand Turning
This is an old style tool holder that was used for decades before the invention of the Aloris style of quick change tooling. This holder fits the Rocker Arm style of tool post. The holder is made of drop forged from special steel, accurately machined, heat treated and hardened. This is an offset left hand turning tool bit holder that holds a 3/8 square tool bits.
Manufacturer: Armstrong, Chicago, IL
Factory Part No.: 83-027 (#2-L)
Holder Style: Left Hand Turning
Size of Holder: 5/8 x 1-3/8 x 7
Shank Size: 5/8 wide x 1-3/8 height x 5
Approx. Lathe Swing: 16 to 18
Center Line Height: 1-1/4 from bottom of shank
We will be posting the tool post for this style of tool holder. This tool holder is still made today and can be purchased from J.H. Williams Hand Tool and Armstrong Hand Tools.
