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Hi Guys,
I am trying to find a small metal lathe to do stems and small jobs. I have a 7x10 but I am looking for a second lathe. I am looking for something like a Unimat or Sherline or something like that. Does anybody have a small one that they would like to sell?
Thank You
Tom

Hi, Does anybody know where I can get some boxwood blanks or blocks? I would like to try to do some inlays. Does it come in pen blanks or what is the best way to buy it? Is there anything I need to know about working with it? I understand the wood is pretty hard. I sure like the looks of it. Thank Y...

Hi, Does anybody know where I can get some boxwood blanks or blocks? I would like to try to do some inlays. Does it come in pen blanks or what is the best way to buy it? Is there anything I need to know about working with it? I understand the wood is pretty hard. I sure like the looks of it. Thank Y...

Thank You Munky,
I am going to try to get a hold of that guy today. I really like that idea.
Thank You
Tom

Hey Guys, I am using a metal lathe for my work and I am using a 4-jaw self-centering chuck. I have removed 2 jaws and I am loseing blocks all over the place. Is there any modifications that I can do to this chuck (it is 4 inch) to help me with this problem? I sure could use some ideas. I just can't ...

Hi Kurt,
I would like to see a new forum called (Turning pipes with a mini lathe).
I have a lot of questions like what bits to use and just general problems that I am having with my lath. I just got a lathe about a month ago and trying to figure out how to turn pipes.
Thank You
Tom

Does anybody know the site adress for A&M Steel Stamps. I would sure like to look at it?
thank you
Tom

That is a beautiful job I am looking forward to the days that I can do that.
Tom

Thank you for all the good words. I am realy looking forward to working with all of you.
Pegleg I am not sure if I am ready for the gallery yet but I just got a bunch of Cherry wood and I am going to give it a try. Then I will try to get some in the gallery.
Tom

Hello,
I thought that I would introduce my self.
I am pretty new to pipe making as I have only made 4-5 pipes and I really interested in this forum. I have learned a lot already.
I am looking forward to talking with you guys.
Thank You
tomgjone