Hello everyone. I just joined the group this morning. I am new to working with a metal lathe. Finding myself having a constant need to repair, alter, make, etc. various metal things while using bench grinders, angle grinders, files, and sanders to machine them, I decided it was time to stop torturing myself and buy a small metal lathe. So, last winter, I picked up a used six inch Atlas metal lathe that requires fixing and attention but is functional. I am enjoying the process of learning to use it and also repairing it.
I was pleased to find and join this forum which has a wealth of information on metal working. Also since I do not have any friends or relatives that have any experience with lathe work, this forum allows me to ask and share information with other enthusiasts.
I was pleased to find and join this forum which has a wealth of information on metal working. Also since I do not have any friends or relatives that have any experience with lathe work, this forum allows me to ask and share information with other enthusiasts.
, welcome from Lillooet BC...... Sometimes we aren't as helpful as we could be, but a laugh is sometimes handy too.
