Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Ask any metalworker the one machine they can’t live without, and most will tell you their trusty lathe. The easy-to-use turning machine, allows you to shape, carve and cut metal with pinpoint precision in a way … Read more
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Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Anyone who’s worked a day on their feet knows the relief of returning home, slipping off your boots, and putting your feet up for the evening. When working labor-intensive jobs on changeable terrain, it can feel … Read more
Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. When it comes to affixing metals, choosing the right method can prove to be a minefield. While the good old-fashioned weld or solder may offer a solid solution, the time, expertise and finesse required often outweigh … Read more
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Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Some of your workshop projects may be more challenging than others but there’s one tool that can make many of your tasks easier: a bench vise. Whether you already have one and are looking for a … Read more
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Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Even if you absolutely love your job, sometimes, the worksite can use a bit of entertainment. A jobsite radio can serve that purpose wonderfully. Besides entertainment, it can help you focus, more so if you listen … Read more
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Disclosure: This post contains affiliate links and I may earn a small commission if you purchase through these links. Whether you are an experienced machinist or a student of the craft, the lathe is an extremely easy machine to use with the potential to work on endless metalworking projects. Known as the mother of all … Read more
