I’ve been looking at this forum for a while and I’m very impressed by the friendly and civilised way that members share their knowledge. I’ve found it very inspirational. So here I am, but I don’t expect to be able to contribute much. Although I got my first lathe about ten years ago I’ve not done a lot, due to other hobbies and commitments.
My shop is very small indeed – I may post some photos later – and contains a Taig microlathe (now used for small milling jobs only), a fairly big Axminster pillar drill and a Seig C3 type lathe, Chester variant.
So far these have been used for making bits and pieces for 17th Century re-enactment, such as powder flask and musket lock parts, the inevitable improvement of existing workshop equipment and some work on small (but not model) stationary engines. There is also a box full of part-made steam engine projects which I’d like to finish once I have all the necessary skills (and confidence).