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Important Update Regarding Sherline Products
October 20, 2026
We would like to share an encouraging development regarding the future of Sherline Products.
We are currently in discussions with an American manufacturer regarding the potential purchase of Sherline’s intellectual property and remaining inventory. The goal of this proposed acquisition is to preserve and revitalize the Sherline brand while providing continued availability of replacement parts, accessories, and machines for our valued customers.
As these discussions progress, we have agreed to temporarily suspend accepting new orders, effective October 19, 2026. This will allow us to preserve our remaining inventory while negotiations are underway.
Although no final agreement has been reached, we are hopeful that this opportunity will provide a positive path forward for the Sherline name and the customers who have trusted our products for more than five decades.
We sincerely appreciate your patience, understanding, and continued loyalty during this transition. We will share additional information as soon as it becomes available.
Our greatest hope is that the Sherline legacy of quality, precision, and American craftsmanship will continue for generations to come.

Karl Rohlin III and Charla Papp
Co-Owners, Sherline Products, Inc.

Compound Riser Block

SKU: 1272 Category:

Product Description

About the Compound Riser

This riser block is about 1″ thick and allows the compound slide to be used when riser blocks are in place on the lathe. In normal use, the Sherline compound slide is attached to the crosslide table on the “back” side of the part and the tool is placed in the holder “upside down” with the cutting edge facing downward. With the riser block in place, there is now enough clearance for the compound to clear the handwheel, so the compound/riser block combination is used on the “front” side with the tool facing upward. The riser includes the necessary T-nuts and hold-down bolts.

 

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The improper use of machine tools and their accessories can result in serious injury. Before using this tool, thoroughly read the instructions and make sure you understand its proper and safe use.

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Always wear safety glasses when operating machine tools.


Download PDF 1272 Instructions

Instructions PDF Download

Compound Riser Material 6061 T6 Aluminum
Compound Riser Coating Black Anodized
Dimensions (h x w x d) 1″ x 2.75″ x 2.75″
Part Number Description Quantity
12721 Compound Riser 1
40710 (4) 10-32 x 1-1/4″ SKT HD Cap Screw 4