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$2K for the pair might be a decent deal.Same guy as the little mill. Might be open to a deal for both. 1200 for this small a lathe, with the issues they have is a bit high.
Thoughts for a newbie such as my self trying to get into the hobby for $1800 for the pair delivered to me? I don't want too pay too much as I might want to upgrade in the near future if I enjoy machining$2K for the pair might be a decent deal.
You will want to upgrade both of those very quickly, and IMO would have to get both quite a bit cheaper in order to resell and fund the upgrade.Thoughts for a newbie such as my self trying to get into the hobby for $1800 for the pair delivered to me? I don't want too pay too much as I might want to upgrade in the near future if I enjoy machining
Thanks for sharing your experience, much appreciated!!I'm not sure about the ability these little guys have, but I started with a Craftsman 109, and I found I could not do most of the work I wanted on it so it sat for years before I decided to try again and bought a 10x22. World of difference!
Might want to start a little bigger so it's not so frustrating.
it would help if you mentioned what you want to accomplish with the machines? Are you wanting to build model steam engines, or repair full sized ones. Or make parts for tractors and ploughs. What space do you have, what is your budget?Thoughts for a newbie such as my self trying to get into the hobby for $1800 for the pair delivered to me? I don't want too pay too much as I might want to upgrade in the near future if I enjoy machining
Or make parts for tractors and ploughs.
The kc20 = 264lbs = twice as much mass as the kc15.Those machines will happily do steel, you just can't hog with it. I use 6mmand max 8mm 4flute carbide end mills on my slightly larger KC20 mill. Cuts steel like butter, just not 10mm deep cuts in one go.
My KC20 does not have belt drive, no idea why people keep going on about that. If you treat the machine with some respect them stripped gears is not an issue. The machine will let you know if you are pushing it too hard. Always listen to the machine.
only because this fellow is selling bith am I considering the lathe this early.
Interesting insight. For me most of what I have needed to date has been milled, but some needs for lathe too, what would be a good example of milling with a lathe? If this is the case then maybe a package like this is a good intro, though I still feel the price is too much at $1800, thoughts offering $1600?I think the majority of new machinists start with a lathe and get a mill afterward. I'm not saying that's always the case, but certainly it is my perception of the majority. It also reflects my own thoughts about what makes the most sense for most new hobbiests.
I think it's also worth pointing out that it is easier to do a little milling with a lathe than it is to do a little lathe work with a mill.
To add some info, he'd be driving it to my place not crating and shipping.Imo, our opinion on price to offer is not relevant, it is pure speculation since we aren't the seller. You should offer the 1600 if that is your number. Keep in mind you will also be asking them to put it on a skid and ship it. As with anything his asking price is not necessarily his selling price.