Why the Waldown Tool Post Grinder is a Shop Classic

If you've spent any time in a traditional machine shop or a serious home workshop, you've likely come across the waldown tool post grinder sitting ready for action next to a lathe. It's one of those pieces of equipment that feels like it belongs to a different era—an era where things were built to last decades, not just until the warranty expires. These grinders are legendary in the machining world, specifically across Australia and New Zealand, for being the "gold standard" when it comes to turning a standard lathe into a precision grinding machine. ...

March 3, 2026 · 7 min · Timothy Sblendorio