Brass_Machine
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I am trying to build up my current tools. There are so many specialty tools that I don't have, I have lost count of what I want (or should have). I see the many tools that the great people here make. So I am creating a list of things to either build or buy to add to my current tool collect... What I need is some input from those with more experience than what I have. Bear in mind that I have a X2 mill and a 7X lathe. I have the R8 spindle, various end mills (2 and 4 flute), rotary table, DRO, Belt confersion, etc on the mill. The lathe is new (not modded... yet). I have the 3 jaw chuck, some cutting tools... not a lot really.
My current list:
QCTP - Building it now... I know I know, they are cheap to buy.
Ball Turning Tool
Depth Gauge - Elmers version
Thickness Gauge - Elmers Version
Knurler
Marv's slide hammer
Tap guide
Small tube bender
So what else would be good to build or buy? Bear in mind that 'build' is the key word here. I would much rather build something than buy it.
Thanks!
Eric
My current list:
QCTP - Building it now... I know I know, they are cheap to buy.
Ball Turning Tool
Depth Gauge - Elmers version
Thickness Gauge - Elmers Version
Knurler
Marv's slide hammer
Tap guide
Small tube bender
So what else would be good to build or buy? Bear in mind that 'build' is the key word here. I would much rather build something than buy it.
Thanks!
Eric