Re: T rest and gravers?
Sure, it was, two kinds, one long & one short. Expensive to buy on eBay, but easily made. Mert mertbaker@...
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Mert Baker <mertbaker@...>
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#13466
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Re: Unimats as collectables
Hello Terry, The 'MK' designation is one I thought up some years ago. I had discovered that there were several variations on the theme for cast iron Unimats. If you watch ebay for an extended period
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caryscotthere <caryscotthere@...>
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#13465
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T rest and gravers?
Does anyone have any plans for a T rest to use with gravers? Was this ever offered as an option for the Unimat? Thanks Tom
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tag1260 <tgaran4@...>
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#13464
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Re: T rest and gravers?
In the files somewhere there is a copy of American Edestal's price list circa mid 60s complete with B & W pics of most of the accessories. If you are in a hurry to try your hand at turning on the Uni
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Tom Angell
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#13469
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Re: Unimats as collectibles.
I never heard of a MK1a type. Here I though the DB200 was the first model. Thanks for the interesting info. ter
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Terry Shriner <terofpa@...>
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#13463
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Re: Unimats as collectibles.
Hello Terry, Probably the most valuable/rare Unimats are the MK1a type. I have only heard of a total of 5 being offered on ebay in the last 4 years. However, unless you want a relic they are probably
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caryscotthere <caryscotthere@...>
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#13462
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Re: Threading pattern
Thanks everyone for the info and ideas on the threading pattern. I think I will give a try at both solutions, turning a Unimat style pattern and making up a Mert type guide. Can't have too many
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Jan Wittenberg
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#13461
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Re: Threading pattern
Jan, I have made very successful thread masters identical in appearance to the originals on my DB200 Unimat. Outboard thread masters are fine but if you want to get together a stock of master threads
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Mike Williams <mikewmw@...>
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#13460
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Oops! Forget to mention...
I posted a couple pics of the threading set in our group photo section. Cheers, Alex Ptak
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ptakalex
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Threading attachment set for sale
Great condition, with 9 patterns and followers. Paypal only. Patterns: 16 18 20 26 32 48 56 0.5 and 1.50 Need money quickly! Bought way too many tools and need to catch up on some bills :( Asking
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ptakalex
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#13459
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Re: Unimats as collectibles.
saw one on e-bay once and he was asking a flat $695.00 for it. I don't remember if he got his price or not. They seem harder to find. There also seems to be ones made for different markets such as the
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Patrick
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Re: Hemingway Vertical Alignment Device for Unimat 3
Geoffrey, It would make me very happy if you would sell me the watchmakers spindle part #102200. I would also consider the collet attachment part # 102?00 or I would take it all if the price is
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bruno278250
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#13456
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Hemingway Vertical Alignment Device for Unimat 3
Hello, I am new to the discussion group for the UNIMAT SL and UNIMAT 3. I have been listening in to the technical discussions for a few months . I own two Unimat 3 lathes and use them often for making
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Geoffrey J. Grosguth <gjgrosguth@...>
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Re: Threading using patterns
Can you ID those articles closer? I'd like to get a set... -Guy-
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GuyW <guyiii@...>
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Re: Model Engineering
Hi Barry It appears on the shelf of a bookstore in Sidney, BC. You should be able to have the local store in your area add it to their list. If not, e-mail me and I¡¯ll give you this store¡¯s
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Michael Claxton <hilbre@...>
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Re: Model Engineering
If it's 'Model Engineer' you're after then it is still very much alive and well, recently taken over by a new publisher - Magicalia Publishing Ltd. Latest issue list contact details for USA/Canada
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kingsteam9 <robinking@...>
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#13452
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Re: Model Engineering
Hi There It is available in the UK and I believe they do a worldwide subscription service. It is a fortnightly magazine so at least 26 copies a year I think. There is also Model Engineers Workshop by
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David <david.anthony.clark@...>
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#13451
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Model Engineering
Good Morning All; Does anyone know if the magazine "Model Engineering" is still being published.? It does not appear to be available in Canada. Regards Barry
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OPTICKS <microscope1@...>
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#13450
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Re: Unimats as collectibles.
I collect all of 'em, but only when the selling price is way below market. Mert mertbaker@...
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Mert Baker <mertbaker@...>
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#13449
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Unimats as collectibles.
We all know some people collect Uminats. Which machines are the most desirable and what is their hierarchy?
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Terry Shriner <terofpa@...>
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#13448
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