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27 October 2013 at 10:02 #133808
Mike Teaman
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Hi Folks,

I'm just starting out again after a long pause! I'm looking for a lathe to go in my shed and perhaps you folks may have some suggestions? I've used lathes at uni and at work but only have single phase electrics at home.

All info greatly appreciated. I'm in Norfolk by the way,

Mike
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27 October 2013 at 10:02 #6931
Mike Teaman
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27 October 2013 at 11:16 #133821
mechman48
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>>

Hi Mike>>

Welcome; try these links for info'>>

http://www.model-engineer.co.uk/forums/postings.asp?th=86782

>**LINK**>

There are other machines on the market from Arc Euro, Chester, Axminster, Myford, Harrison, Colchester etc., depends on what your budget is & what you plan on making, also bear in mind your start up tooling costs which can lead to as much if not more than the cost of the machine…eventually, I think a few of us here can bear that out. I have the Warco WM 250V-F which I find quite satisfactory. If I can help in any way drop me a pm.

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Regards

George
27 October 2013 at 13:38 #133830
Steve Withnell
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I was I was just starting, I seem to have just stopped! I think the decision tree is "New Chinese" or "Old British". If you go New Chinese, then a lot of the machines appear the same, so it's really about choosing a supplier with good access to spares and a good customer service rating. If you go "Old British" then it's about deciding if you have enough experience to pick a good one yourself or if you will need help.
27 October 2013 at 14:15 #133835
Michael Gilligan
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Posted by Mike Tiernan on 27/10/2013 10:02:58:

… only have single phase electrics at home.

Mike

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Welcome, Mike

Three Phase Inverters [single phase input, three phase output] are readily available now, at very reasonable prices.

[Assuming typical Hobbyist motor powers.]

MichaelG.
27 October 2013 at 14:45 #133841
Cornish Jack
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"I'm in Norfolk by the way,"

Snap!! Anywhere near Bacton? If so, you're welcome to come and have a chat.

Rgds

Bill
27 October 2013 at 16:34 #133857
Mike Teaman
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I'm just outside Gt. Yarmouth, up the coast. I've used lathes as a technology teacher, so not "for profit"! I'm also into watchmaking and due to the current high gold prices, there are lots of good movements looking for cases (due to scrappage). I was wondering if I could make some cases in modern materials for old watch movements.

Regards,

Mike
27 October 2013 at 17:23 #133866
Michael Gilligan
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Mike,

This page is worth a look

… as is the whole blog.

MichaelG.

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Also have a look a Mike Cardew's site

Edited By Michael Gilligan on 27/10/2013 17:34:15
28 October 2013 at 08:30 #133938
Mike Teaman
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Posted by Michael Gilligan on 27/10/2013 17:23:44:

Mike,

This page is worth a look

… as is the whole blog.

MichaelG.

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Also have a look a Mike Cardew's site

Edited By Michael Gilligan on 27/10/2013 17:34:15

Wow! Mike's site is amazing. I stayed in Bridgenorth a few weeks ago for a short holiday. His work is superb.

Thanks for all the information posted so far. It is much appreciated. I think that some of my watch collection will have to go to fund the purchase of equipment!

Mike

Edited By Mike Tiernan on 28/10/2013 08:31:12
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