Originally Posted by
azkid
I picked up a used Taig Micro Lathe II with accessories. Before I got into this hobby. They are about at your price point I think?
The Taig seems relatively popular if basic. It has accessories for metal and woodworking. Lots of people have done mods to them. I put a quick release tool post on mine which is a pretty basic 'mod'.
I'm trying to figure out the best way to equip for threading. I'd like to be able to create a threaded section and barrel, but I guess that isn't strictly necessary to make a fountain pen.
I've made two dip pens with it. I machined the grips and then fumbled around with making wooden tails. I don't have a tool rest hence fumbling. But they came out OK and it was great fun!
Making contours would be harder and probably requires a CNC machine or some kind of radius jig I guess?
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