Identifying SIEG Mini Lathes

There are several distinctive features of SIEG mini lathes that can be used to quickly identify them.

Lead Screw

The lead screw on SIEG mini lathes ends at the right side of the support bracket while other manufacturers' lead screws extend past the bracket.

SIEG mini lathe lead screw	Non-SIEG mini lathe lead screw

Saddle

The saddle on SIEG mini lathes is shaped like the letter H. Other mini lathes have a rectangular saddle.

SIEG mini lathe Saddle	Non-SIEG mini lathe Saddle

Here is what a SIEG saddle looks like. Other lathes do not have the red "cutouts".