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Some people have got too much time on their hands.......................... :lol:

Here is another expensive option from Wabeco; http://www.emcomachinetools.co.uk/ProductRange/Wabeco/ConventionalLatheRange/D4000ELathe/tabid/202/language/en-GB/Default.aspx Looks nice doesn't it? Still mulling over whether to bid for that Unimat on the bay. T

Thanks for all the replies fellas. I am going to take stock and give some further thought to a metal working lathe. Lots of information in the above posts to study. I spotted this on the bay, looks interesting...

Hello all, I have been thinking that a small metal working lathe would be a useful and handy addition to the workshop. The ability to make thumb screws, knurled knobs, bushes, ferrels, small items and parts for making tools etc. would be very useful and fun. I am waiting for a friend of mine...

Have to agree, this months mag is excellent.

Ed, I also have my LA block plane set-up like that, and jolly handy it is to. I think it is the same size as a number 3 plane? I am sure one the plane buffs around these here parts will confirm or otherwise. Cheers, Tony PS...I think I may have sorted out my secret santa build issues, as...

Tom, your paperwork for that donation was that via the gift aid scheme? I thought I would make my donation via gift aid to enable the charity to benefit further. Just a thought. Thanks go to Ian for bidding for my screwdriver. That's another £80 for the pot. Cheers, Tony.

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wizz, does that mean we can go out on the lash the night before?

Just had a quick look at this thread and with so many friends from the forum joining in I can't possibly miss out on this gathering. 15th Feb - count me in. Which day of the week is that? Tony.

That is a good pointer Laird. I will go for the same as you. £12.95 seems quite reasonable. I have never used one of these chucks in my lathe, is there an approach or technique to ensure safe accurate drilling. Thanks for advice, Tony. On another note Laird I see you are in the lead for my...

Hello there, Which is the best tailstock chuck to buy? I would like to try and drill a hole using this on my lathe. I have the baby Jet lathe and this is MT2 size. Any pointers guidance much appreciated. Cheers, Tony.

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Steady on you two......you haven't seen the item yet. :) :) If it gets to £50 I will have to give up my day job and go full-time into screwdriver manufacturing. :) Happy bidding you lucky people. Tony.

WOW That looks fabulous Rob. It is so good there isn't a chance that you could knock up a matching fork, I could save that for Sunday lunch use. I am humbled to be receiving such a lovely prize. Also the spokeshave. Christmas has come early. :D :D . Happy days. Cheers, Tony.

Thanks fellas for the kind comments and Rob for selecting my WIP thread for the special prize. I am feeling chuffed :) and also a little shocked :shock: and surprised :o . It could not have been easy to choose with so many informative threads, in particular Nibbo's thread for the chess...

Hello Scouser, I have the Scheppach machine you mention and whilst it produces very good results there are irritations. The switch to thicknessing mode involves removing the fence and the dust shute, tiresome. I was impressed by the Jet 310 which does not have these issues and the...

Well done fellow competitors. Frugal, IB, and Nibbs congratulations. I am happy with the results, thanks to Rob for all his hard work and efforts, well done mate. Thanks also to the judges who clearly had a tricky job. I hope we can have another competition next year. Winning is not so...

My nerves are in tatters.

That woodpecker lift looks superb. Oh, by the way don't forget to mention the toffee yogurt if you should speak to Roger. :shock: :shock: :lol: :lol: :lol: Tony.