Barber Colman 6-5 Hob Sharpener

Barber Colman 6-5 Hob Sharpener
Model 6-5
s/n 106

Machine specifications
Max diameter hob to sharpen 6″
Max length of hob to sharpen 5″
Depth of Flute 7/8″
Diametral pitch 3 DP
wheel adjustment
angular 30 deg. L & R
vertical 5″
rake (positive or negative) 1″
table stroke range 3-8″
table stroke speed 20 8″ strokes P/M
wheel speed 3000 RPM
minimum lead (tangential bar setting) 20″
Index ranges (with appropriate Plates) 3-33
wheel drive motor 2 hp
coolant capacity tank 25 gallons
machine weight approx 5,000 lbs

Machine is equipped with:

automatic cycles
dressing wheel flange
misc index plates
coolant tank for wet grinding
Books and manuals for operation
misc grinding wheels
work arbor

this hob sharpening machine has been kept in good condition and can
be inspected under power or video sent showing it in operation .
It was rebuilt at one time and well equipped

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