We’ve seen quite a few scratch built lathes here at Hackaday, but none quite like the handcrafted pole lathe put together by [Jon Townsend] and his band of Merry Men as part of their effort to build a ...

As hackers, we’re well accustomed to working with what we have on hand. That’s the name of the game, really. A large majority of the projects that have graced these pages are the direct result of ...

"Build a lathe stand with a pull-out grinder using this guide. Follow me, April Wilkerson, on The Craftistry for more DIY projects and hands-on building!" Rotten Tomatoes responds to suspicion around ...

Discover the entire process of building a robust, custom hand-cranked metal bending machine, from selecting raw materials to delivering precise U-shape bends. This in-depth metalworking tutorial ...