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(George Sohnle) wrote in message . com...
Hi,
Anybody have any ideas on how to make a "rounded" edge on a 1/4 inch rod?
I am making some screws, and need to have the end rounded.

Thanks

George

gsohnle "at" yahoo.com

Everybody forgot to tell you the Real secret...
Turn the rod backwards in the lathe or drill
as you file it, or turn it.
Grind a tool for the back side, and run it
in reverse.

This will round it off, without grabbing the thread.

Pete