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Beyond the homemade mill, the builder displayed a rich collection of vintage and modified machining equipment. A notable mention was a mini lathe from the year 2000, heavily modified for increased durability by replacing plastic parts and adding a backup system. This lathe is operated using a variac to control the motor, highlighting the builder’s hands-on approach to ensuring reliable performance.
Additionally, the collection includes milling attachments and vintage tools sourced from Germany, stored in crates weighing over 120 pounds. These attachments—compound rests, milling heads, slides—are designed for tiny, detailed work and are frequently used for crafting miniature parts.