The Home Machinist!

Hi, Unfortunately, I think there is some validity to Bill's observation. I believe most people get what they pay for and when they don't pay anything, or very much for something they don't appreciate the value that they may be getting. That said, a couple of years ago, after finding the prints for a...

Great job!
I've enjoyed reading thru your blog to see your build. It was very informative. I'll be starting my own build this fall.
Gary

Here is a picture of the headstock etc.

Here are my lathes. Dad acquired the CMC (Canadian Machinery Company) lathe about 1960. He acquired the Boxford in the 80s. The CMC is 16 x 48 with 3-jaw, 4-jaw (both 12 in. diameter ) and 2 face plates. The larger one is 15 inches in diameter. I believe the lathe is about 90 yrs old and that is a M...