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  1. awonder

    Accessories SOLD Large Lot of finishing reamers most are PTG and most are unused. 1/2 off of retail. UPDATED LIST!!! SOLD

    ALL PRICES ARE SHIPPED. Downsizing on reamers I dont have a need for. Would also consider trades for some calibers I dont have. Message me for pictures about the specific ones your interested in. 972006 PTG .12Ga Spiral Forcing Cone Reamer $120 -----SOLD SHIPPED 202732 PTG 6mm/300WSM Finishing...
    • awonder
    • Thread
    • chambering clymer gunsmith gunsmithing lathe manson ptg reamers
    • Replies: 17
    • Forum: Buy - Sell - Trade
  2. GasLight

    Gunsmithing Looking for input/help wiring up my lathe

    Hello, I am planning on doing a rotary phase converter, and have a static phase converter that I am going to use to start the idler motor. They provide the following schematic to use their product (Top Picture). The bottom picture is how I am planning to wire it up. I would love to hear any...
  3. upjeeper

    Gunsmithing If you had a mill or lathe what would you make?

    I'm starting to get into machining and may be able to get access to a mill and lathe at work. Any suggestions what to make? I'm thinking some picatinny rails, maybe scope rings. I'd love to make a ruger 10/22 receiver eventually. other suggestions? thanks much!
  4. GasLight

    Gunsmithing Looking for Help with Electric Lathe Motors

    Hello all, I just picked up my lathe, and am now looking to hook it up. My biggest problem is that I don't have much of a clue on the motor or electricity needs. I can call an electrician without too much issue, but checking here first for some advise. My lathe has a 3 phase 3HP motor on...
  5. 300sniper

    Gunsmithing lathe spider chuck

    i can't remember what forum i saw one of these on, maybe benchrest central. i have been wanting to make one for a while now but it has been on the back burner. now i need to work on a 20" barrel and it is too short to do through the spindle with my 4 jaw chuck. i ordered an 8" d1-4 backing...
  6. S

    Gunsmithing Lathe size

    I have used a lathe which had a 14" swing and 36" centers. But can you get to big or to small of a lathe for working on the remington 700 actions? I am looking to buy one and don't know what the best size would be. Thanks
  7. L

    Gunsmithing Powermatic (Logan lathe) comments/criticisms???

    I'm looking for purchase advice and have already performed quite a bit of online research. A local equipment dealer has a Powermatic model 1955L model lathe for sale. Serial number indicates approx 1985 manufacture. Leadscrew, ways and overall condition indicate little use. It includes approx 50...
    • lvcatfish
    • Thread
    • comments or criticisms lathe logan powermatic
    • Replies: 2
    • Forum: The Armory
  8. GasLight

    Gunsmithing What makes a lathe good?

    Just finished up my beginner machining class, and now that I feel like I understand the functions and how to operate the machines, I am curious what makes a good lathe or a bad lathe? I have heard much opinion on import, especially chinese, but am not sure I quite understand what makes one...
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