06-30-2012, 08:40 PM
(06-30-2012, 12:20 PM)DaveH Wrote: Goodness, I was just commenting that Bill had made some modifications to his lathe. that's all - no more, no less.
Dave, I know/knew that as well.
I was just trying to say that no matter what the machine is, a skilled operator can do some incredible work with the most basic of tools. A $30,000 lathe isn't going make a novice into a machinist if he doesn't know how to use it. I was only complimenting Bill's abilities with his lathe.
I wasn't making a comment about your reply at all, although I see now how it could have appeared that way. (Once again - I'm not to good at putting my thoughts into writing some times.)
That certainly wasn't my intention. A better machine can help a professional do a better job as well. They just don't have to work as hard at it.
Sorry for the misunderstanding mate. Now I'm sorry for posting it.
Willie
Willie