Vintage Craftsman Bench Grinder

[hard12catch33]

Alright folks, I just bought this grinder online and it is missing a few things. I have looked on sears replacement part sites and even looked to possibly get something that will just fit even though it wasn't original. I need to get the light socket, shroud, and cover. I would also like to get some original looking eye shields. Has anyone had any success finding parts for these things?!?

Model # 397-19591

 

[4xdog]

I have one a few years newer than yours, but overall quite similar. Bought mine circa 1982-83 so the crown top logo was gone. I'm not home so can't check my number right now.

The eyeshields, if they're like mine, would be pretty easy to make from acrylic sheet and a bit of solvent welding. My later one has a gray plastic shade over the lamp -- but worth double checking 'cause your specific one might have had metal for this.

 

[zkling]

Very nice grinder.

Looks like some parts are still avaiable.

http://www.ereplacementparts.com/craftsman-39719591-grinder-parts-c-158286_159871_205923.html

I'm not sure if yours should have the plastic eye shields or the glass w/ metal frame.

Make sure you post and read through this thread.

http://www.garagejournal.com/forum/showthread.php?p=3263540#post3263540