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Been looking for something like this. I'm an old geezer (93), retired electrical engineer worked mostly in control systems design. Got my first machine, an Atlas 618 lathe (Craftsman) way back in 1965 or so (can't remember exactly), and a few years ago a hybrid mill-lathe. Current project is trying to get set up after a major move ( sold the house, moved in with daughter and husband)..
f350ca wrote on slow-poke's profile.
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Saw on one of the threads that you have a Tapmatic head you might want to part with.
Have been wanting to try a tapping head for small taps on the model engines I'm building. What would you be asking for yours.

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Hi, I am John. I'm interested in the design and fabrication of anything and everything. 3D printing is a current focus for me but I'm also keen on CNC mills, lathes, and other computer controlled gear. I have a web site with some stuff I make or flog. www.shopdogfabrication.ca
Alawishes wrote on DavidR8's profile.
Hi David, can you please tell me how to mark something as sold? Just in case I sell something else..... Thx, al.
I acquired a bench top milling machine built by B. C. Ames in Waltham Massacheusetts. Unfortunately there is no model or serial numbers. I believe it is a frankenmill converted from horizontal and fitted with a vertical spindle.
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