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Ottawa hobbyist

Hello,

I'm new here, but not to hobbyist metalworking.

I completed the Algonquin college Toolmaking program and worked in the trade for a few years, but have since pivoted and changed career.

My dad has always been into repairing and building things since growing up on a farm, which rubbed off on me. I still mostly work out of his garage/workshop since I don't have a garage or really appropriate space at my house.

Over the years between my dad and I we have acquired a Craftex metal lathe, JET millling machine, Miller MIG and Everlast TIG welders, and are always trying to build capacity in what we can do in the shop. His shop is a bit like the TARDIS from Dr.Who, seemingly infinite tools packed into a 2 car garage.

I'm here to check out what others are up to and share what experience I can.
 
@jimmyhoffa, welcome aboard there's lots of excellent information and knowledge on this forum and if we don't know we simply make it up. LOL

Enjoy your visit, stay awhile!
 
Oh, another Ottawa hobbyist. That's nice to hear and welcome to this forum. I am also from Ottawa area as well as a newbie hobbyist in machining.
 
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