"Tony Rentschler" wrote in message
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I learned some basic machining skills years ago when I worked as a
welder, but I would like to become more skilled on the lathe and
milling machine.

I live in New York City, and the local community colleges no longer
seem to offer machine shop classes, so I was thinking about buying some
video tapes - perhaps even the expensive set from
http://www.machineshopcourse.com - in order fill in some of the gaps in
my knowledge.

My goal is only to become skilled and comfortable with these tools at
the hobbyist level - I'm not seeking employment as a machinist.

Has anyone bought the tapes above, or any others that you think might
be worthwhile as an aid to learning basic or intermediate machining?

Many thanks,
Tony

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Tony Rentschler
New York, NY

Tony and Allen,

You might want to get a subscription to "The Home Shop Machinist and
"Machinist's Workshop" or you can find them at a local magazine/book store.
There are also many fine books out there. They are advertised in both
magazines. These may help you get started. Also check out the links to the
many websites that pretain to metal working. Check this one out
www.tedatum.com/thms/index.html . I hop this helps some.

Regards,
Bernd