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The narrative also mentions the use of a lathe, meticulously cleaned, to machine ends, drill holes, and tap threads into the freshly cut pieces. The goal is to replicate the original cotter clevets used in historical artillery—like the Oricon cannon—highlighting an interest in historical machinery or model engineering.
Final Touches and Preparation for Future Work
Once the parts are machined, they undergo final adjustments to ensure they fit perfectly. The craftsman mentions preparing to assemble the components and clean the milling machine before moving on to additional projects scheduled for the next day.