A while ago I figured out how to make this big wooden screw on the metal lathem now I want to make an even bigger one I'm starting with a chunk of birch firewood which is just the right length. And my ...

Running a metal lathe is not for the faint of heart. Without proper knowledge and preparation, these machines can quickly cause injury or destroy expensive stock, tools, or parts. The other major ...

Lathes are machines for turning and forming materials. This is usually done by removing material to form a shape, or drilling and cutting to create threads. The lathe is driven by a motor that rotates ...