Rivett Watchmakers Lathe Collets, Large Set Very Rare, Unique Opportunity Start Price USD 50.00 Current Price USD 228.50 Time Left - Bid Count 8 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Friday, November 21, 2008 End Time Monday, December 01, 2008 Location Mount Joy, Pennsylvania See more about 'Rivett Watchmakers Lathe Collets, Large Set' Description This item is a very large set of collets for the Rivett watchmaker's lathe, which uses an 0.3" collet (not the standard 8mm, so these are not for WW lathes). Rivett collets are difficult to come by, even in small numbers, so if you are interested in the Rivett lathe, this sale represents what might be a once in a lifetime opportunity to assemble such a set. Included are the following: A complete set of split wire chucks, numbered 1 - 80. A set of wheel chucks, numbered 1 - 5 A set of five cement brasses One grinding wheel arbor chuck All of the above are stamped with the Rivett name, except for the #6, #12 & #32 split wire chucks and the #1 wheel chuck. However, these  have the same shank diameter as the others and do fit the Rivett lathe. The collets have some tarnish and a little extremely light pitting (probably from handling in use), but are not rusted. I have shown two pictures showing the wheel chucks, grinding wheel arbor chuck and cement brasses, plus one picture of a random selection of a few of the split wire chucks to give you an idea of the condition of these collets. Visually, the collets appear to be mechanically sound. Please note: the round collet box that is shown in the first picture is not included in this auction. Shipping costs will be posted in the listing. Insurance is optional, but seller is not responsible for items lost or damaged in shipping . I accept PayPal, money order or personal check. Items paid for with PayPal or money order will ship upon receipt of payment. There will be a one week hold on personal checks.On Nov-27-08 at 08:46:04 PST, seller added the following information:Additional information I have been asked about the reserve for this item and I guess there isn't any reason to be mysterious about it. The reserve is $750.00, which I think is  fair, given that standard 8mm collet sets of this size sell for a price that is a substantial fraction of that figure. Place a Bid!