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The workshop doubles as a storage and display area for various collectibles. The owner mentions several machine tools like South Bend shapers and other shapers, along with tooling parts, reflecting a long history of acquiring quality equipment—sometimes preferring newer or better American-made tools over older, more rickety American or Chinese machinery.
The narrative highlights a discerning eye for quality, noting that some modern imports are excellent, sometimes surpassing older, American-made counterparts. This balance of restoration, collection, and organization epitomizes the dedicated hobbyist’s approach to preserving technological history.