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A significant part of his collecting involves heavy machinery and precision parts. He mentions acquiring multiple sets of collets for his Harding or Elgin split-bed lathe, many sourced affordably from eBay. Electrical equipment is also on his shopping list, with boxes and components bought for reasonable prices, sometimes with free shipping. His ability to snag hefty items — such as a 200-pound tailstock or a large spindle intended for a headstock — at prices that seem too good to be true highlights his sharp eye for bargains. Such items, often shipped with free freight, are key to his restoration projects and heavy-duty machining needs.