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restoration

  1. J

    Tips/Techniques Lathe restoration

    Hello everyone, As I mentioned in my new user post, I'm currently in the market for my first lathe and mill. Primary goal here is to be able to chamber my own rifle barrells, some other small gunsmithing tasks and light work. My current budget is about $10k max...
  2. JReimer

    Vintage Lathe - What is it??

    Hi, I am returning / new to metal work and recently found a good deal on a vintage metal lathe that I want to restore and start using. It was working for the guy who sold it to me but he had taken it all apart for transport. I want to restore the lathe and do some much needed maintenance. The...
  3. D

    First Lathe, any tips on getting it up and running?(picture heavy)

    So after many years of wanting a metal lathe I was finally able to get one. An old Logan Model 210 lathe came up on Kijiji that was cheap so I jumped at the chance to get it. What I would love input on is tips on how to best clean and prep the unit and works-pace for use. What sort of things...
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