I only turn small widgets, usually, and part off using a blade type 1.5mm wide tool.
I`ve seen the hint/ tip to part off in reverse, but not tried it until yesterday.......
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It works a treat!
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My little lathe now
laughs at large pieces of 1" brass.
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Like this "steam dome" for my boiler.
![](http://i110.photobucket.com/albums/n95/Dayjo/p3210015.jpg)
Another success!
Now I have my miller, I will make a 10mm square holder for the 1/4" tool shank.....
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Happy David.