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    Lathe/mill/drill combo

    Staying for a while Like with many good web sites, this one is no different. Many very useful ideas and comments. I see I will just have to stay around in the wings and pick up any and all info generated here. Just a little history but made not to bore. In short, I love machining and the...
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    Lathe/mill/drill combo

    Well my decision can (and probably will) change in time. I have a very nice shop that now needs to be cleaned out. Room is really not a problem 4" concreate floor, heated, no humidity. I don't need (nor will have) a huge set up. The two machine concept is possible but I will not buy a lathe...
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    Programing on different machines

    What is involved in "programing" on CNC and NC lathes and mills. I work in an area where I see it just about every day. I ask the guys to explain "programing" on these different machines and they treat it like it's a black art. No one but them can learn it, Bull****. I know these guys and I know...
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    Lathe/mill/drill combo

    Thanks for all your replies. I will follow up. GT
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    Lathe/mill/drill combo

    Ive always loved machining. I now looking for recomendations on one for my shop. I cant' by a mill and a lathe so a combo is in order. A 220 motor single phase and about 30 inches between centers (this can be waived for the right machine) and a stand. My work will be mostly on firearms. I'm...
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