uses of a shapiung machine, produce a flat mirror like surface, cut gears, racks, splines and keyways, cut slots, vees and dovetails for slides etc etc, and all with a lump of hand ground HSS. Or you could use a milling machine to do it quicker, after spending hundreds of pounds on tooling to do each job. Not fast, but very versatile, cheap to buy (comparitively!) and cheap to run. I have an Alba New 1A 11".

I have a version of the Atlas 7" Shaper Andy – and it's a very nice machine to own, although a heavier machine might be better for anyone with room for one. Mine was delivered by the seller in the back of a small van – and he lifted it out of the van with an engine hoist and then moved it into my Shed on a dolley all by himself. So it doesn't need a large truck to move it – although it is still 300lbs plus (without the stand) – so whilst it might fit in a hatchback it would probably cause the rear suspension to sag a bit!.

I'd suggest you place an ad on here and see if anyone would like it – I think you will probably find a willing buyer…

Regards,

IanT

I for one would be interested if you where in the right part of the country.

Albas are nice too Andy – and you get at least another 3" of stroke – but it will probably weigh a bit more too!

Regards,

IanT