Lathe work today

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cwilliams

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Had a friend want one of my Scribe tools, SO I made 5 and gave him pick of the litter.
These are the ones leftover, thought I would share with you guys to show what I do with broken 1/8 drill bits and carbide cutters.
CW
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The first one I ever made I reamed them .124 and hammerd the scribe into a 2x4 wood block for a press fit.
But now I just drill a .125 hole and use one drop of crazy glue to hold bit in. I figure with a little heat I could probably easily break the glue bond and get it out if necessary.
CW
 
I almost as if Epoxy, but crazy glue is easy, and a scribe doesn't require much strength to hold.... as you say, a little heat allows changing scribes if needed.

Thanks - I might make one of those soon. I got a new lathe and have been surprised how often I have used it in the last 3 wks I've had it.

Ken H>
 
Lathes are alot of fun and making something like this can help figure it out and realize what accessories you are missing.
And lets face it, brass is just a blast to turn. So easy on your tools.
Post pics if you make one.
CW
 
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