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Been wanting a bigger and better cut off bandsaw for some time, and the last while I’ve been getting into bigger material, so decided it was time to upgrade from the little 4x6 import. So, weather pending, I’m headed about 1100 kms to Winnipeg area to pick up a Hyd-Mech S20 this coming...

I’m looking for a smallish face mill for my bridgeport, R8 shank(or to bolt to an arbor). Would prefer something with a common insert style, and wondering what you folks have had success with. I don’t need stupid high removal rates, just something that will take steel etc down to size...

Hey guys, I get into a lot of tapping in larger sizes, 1-2”, sometimes bigger. Often this is field work, with limited space and resources. Is there any options out there, mechanical or hydraulic, for cranking and holding these taps? Just kicking around ideas right now, but need to do...

Due to the locations I work, often there are rules about phone and camera use. However right now I’m at a spot I can share a little. I work as a field machinist, primarily repairing large dirt/mining equipment. Currently working on a track frame rebuild. Tonight’s job is to finish the bearing...

Looking for a riser for my Bridgeport, either 4 or 6”. Anyone have any info or leads on where to find one?

Hi all! Tried joining a while back and couldn’t get the confirmation email for some reason. Tried again tonight and here I am. Originally from Ontario, Tool and Die Maker by trade, and have been working as a field machinist out here, the last two years in Fort Mac mostly on mining shovels...