It might be time to put the 1980s cnc lathe project into the skip. It is a shame, as the basic lathe parts are of excellent quality (Photo right, lathe bed upside-down with the main ballscrew removed) ...

Choosing a lathe isn’t about speed charts or flashy extras — it’s about control. A solid lathe changes how confidently you ...

Just about every machinist in the United States has encountered an older Hardinge turret lathe during the course of his career. These little machines, commonly referred to as “second operation lathes, ...

Large Y-axis strokes are what make it possible for Millturns to do two-point part probing for more accurate multitasking operations. With sufficient power and maneuverability, Millturn machines handle ...

Rathburn Tool was founded by current company president Angie Holt’s father in 1983. Today, the company has 32 CNC machines (half are lathes and half are milling machines), and works with the heavy ...

Milling machines are nice to have around for precisely drilling holes or removing unwanted material from a part. However, they can be expensive and may not get a lot of use, two reasons why a mill ...

The last time we discussed machine tools, we talked about how to choose the size of the new metalworking lathe that your wallet is itching to pour itself into. The next big decision to make is “new or ...

WATERVLIET, NEW YORK, Dec. 31, 2025 – In an exciting effort to boost in-house skills, Watervliet Arsenal machinist ...