Hello from deepest Somerset

Hello,

Thank you for allowing me to become a member of this forum.

I am not a trained engineer, but have owned and used several lathes (all of dubious antiquity) for many years, having first used a lathe at school in the '60s and later in the army (Royal engineers)

My interests over the years have included vintage motor cycles, model aero engines, model steam engine and boiler making. My current interest is the restoration and repair of vintage fishing reels.

I have recently purchased a Boxford bud lathe, which I am trying to get up and running, and have asked for help with a headstock lubrication issue in another thread.

Thanks again and best regards,

Paul.

How deep is Somerset? There are a couple of clubs in Yeovil, or Taunton, or perhaps you are far enough west to visit Exeter or Tiverton clubs.

Welcome, Paul, you have certainly picked a good spread of interests to keep our experts happy for a long time. Also, the Boxford lathe people are only outnumbered by the Myford fans.

Welcome to the forum Paul,

My dad is ex-Royal Engineers

Neil

Thank you all for the welcome.

Deepest Somerset is Minehead.

Paul.

I went to Exeter on Friday, and returned to WSM via Barnstable, Ilfracombe and the A39, so I passed Minehead about 5pm. I have a diesel car with a dpf, so a decent drive occasionally is good for it.

Welcome!

Lots of folks on here with similar interests to you, so you are in good company.

If you can think of an interest or skill, there will someone (several) on here of like mind.

Howard