You can read a 100 different for and against bearings on steady rest.
Ralph
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Barry,
Apologies... I didn't remember the Real Bull Steady Rest properly. It doesn't open, but has a fixed opening for removing work. See photo below. I have yet to add bearings to mine.

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Regards,
Charlie
New Jersey, USA
SATTINGER¡¯S LAW: It works better if you plug it in.
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Clausing 8520, Craftsman 12x36 Lathe, 4x12 mini lathe, 14" Delta drill press, 40 watt laser, Consew brushless DC motors and a non working 3D printer