: Scooter February 14, 2009, 02:09:07 PM
I've got a B3 on order to learn on, :D I'd like to get a lathe to goof off with - make shorter pins for my RWS 34 trigger assy to hold it together when I look inside that gun...maybe a custom endcap to replace the plastic one.
I just want to fart around and I don't want to order a 7x10 if I need a 14 to work on guides. :o Any and all help/advice/rambling is appreciated!
Scot
: RCnMo February 14, 2009, 02:26:37 PM
: Scooter February 15, 2009, 12:11:14 AM
: kiwi February 15, 2009, 10:43:38 AM
for what you intend to put in it.
the one with a 20mm will do most of what yer want but are
a wee bit to small really 26mm would be a better choice.
And some small lathes don't have a compound slide "the one
used for turning tapers"
So really.....Get the biggest one you can for the money you want to spend.
: jct842 February 15, 2009, 05:56:40 PM
: Scooter February 18, 2009, 10:25:22 AM
Scot
: Gene_SC February 18, 2009, 12:18:30 PM
: Scooter February 18, 2009, 12:48:45 PM
: hyounker February 18, 2009, 01:23:22 PM
You and I have been thinking along the same lines. I've been doing some research and have found this website to be very informative:
http://www.mini-lathe.com/
Interestingly enough, I learned that the 7x12 is actually 50% longer than the 7x10. The 7x10 is actually a 7x8 if measured the same way the 7x12 is measured. I have eliminated the 7x10 as a possibility for airgun parts. The short length is especially troublesome if you plan to drill into the end of your manufactured piece where the drill bit will take up a large portion of the length.
I am seriously considered the following:
http://www.toolsnow.com/browse.cfm/4,876.html
This is the same Chinese lathe sold by many, including Harbor Freight, but includes a better package, including a 5 piece cutting tool kit from Tools Now. All these lathes are manufactured by the Sieg Company in China. Surprisingly enough, the machine shop that I lease some warehouse space from has two older, much larger lathes that are made by Sieg. I am assuming it is the same company.
If you are not in a hurry, Tools Now often has free shipping offers or other discounts. Or they may have a truckload sale coming near you. Expect some sheet metal damage if you have it shipped.
Don't forget to add a couple B3s to your order!!!
I have talked to others here that have these lathes and they are very happy with them. Maybe they will chime in here with some reviews?
Good Luck.
: jct842 February 18, 2009, 01:27:12 PM
: Scooter February 18, 2009, 01:35:05 PM
I've been drooling over the same sites as you :D
I found a "small" South Bend lathe (8x25, the owner thinks) disassembled for $450. I am also looking at http://www.sherline.com ; I'm a stickler for US - made anything if I can find it, but it is very basic and the part$ really add up. They have sweet combo deal for a 3.5x17 lathe and a 12" base vertical mini mill for $2400.
Right now, we're going through some rough times at work (my wife and I are both engineers for GM). We're a bit worried about the latest 47,000 job cuts just announced, though that sherline setup will be in my dreams for awhile.
So many choices, so little money! :)
Scot
: ShadowShot February 18, 2009, 02:30:07 PM
: hyounker February 18, 2009, 02:58:50 PM
I hear ya loud and clear. I haven't pulled the trigger on buying one yet because I'm just a little worried about where my money is going now.
That Sherline looks very well made. And I understand the "made in the USA" thing! But for under $500 bucks, I may need to look to China!
Keep us posted on your decision!
: hyounker February 18, 2009, 03:08:16 PM
Here's some threads that demonstrate some lathe work:
http://www.gatewaytoairguns.com/airguns/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=12857&posts=20#M113717
http://www.gatewaytoairguns.com/airguns/forums/thread-view.asp?tid=14346&mid=116587#M116587
Hope this helps.
: ShadowShot February 18, 2009, 03:13:18 PM
I can use the schooling.
: davee1 February 19, 2009, 08:37:22 AM
: 70GTvert February 19, 2009, 10:41:13 AM
: hyounker February 22, 2009, 12:00:36 PM
I found this listing on eBay by ToolsNow:
http://cgi.ebay.com/5278-Mini-Metal-Lathe-7-x-12_W0QQitemZ390032120539QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item390032120539&_trksid=p3286.c0.m14&_trkparms=72%3A1205%7C66%3A2%7C65%3A12%7C39%3A1%7C240%3A1318%7C301%3A0%7C293%3A2%7C294%3A50#ShippingPayment
The lathe is $25 cheaper than their website price, and shipping to me is $5 cheaper than their website price. A total savings of $30 for me puts this lathe, shipped, at $485, versus their website price of $515.
: Scooter February 23, 2009, 12:22:33 PM