11-13-2014, 08:33 PM
Don't rush out and buy a knurling tool. The next project tutorial on my list is a heavy duty clamp type knurling tool. The design is complete and as soon as I manage to find some time, I'll post the drawings up to my website and start shooting some videos of the build.
Start out with an assortment of HSS tool bits for your lathe and also the fly cutter. There are reference sheets and videos on my website to help you grind them. You also don't need a better grinder. I have a basic Craftsman bench grinder that I've been using for the last thirty years. If the wheels go around and it has rests and guards, it's good enough to grind tool bits and drills on.
Fly cutters are very basic tools. Just Google some images of a few and make one yourself. It'll be good practice and you'll save a few bucks.
Tom
Start out with an assortment of HSS tool bits for your lathe and also the fly cutter. There are reference sheets and videos on my website to help you grind them. You also don't need a better grinder. I have a basic Craftsman bench grinder that I've been using for the last thirty years. If the wheels go around and it has rests and guards, it's good enough to grind tool bits and drills on.
Fly cutters are very basic tools. Just Google some images of a few and make one yourself. It'll be good practice and you'll save a few bucks.
Tom
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