I thought I'd do that great leap of faith and finally register at this fine forum. Doing great so far – or so I think.

As for the more practical side of things I do a bit of everything, and sometimes succeed at something. I got some light machines, some heavier ones, some welding machines, a little foundry, some 3D printing stuff.. It tends to add up I've noticed.

Generally speaking I'm came into this the wrong way around from most people. I started out with 3D cad and modelling, and have gradually gone real life and physcial over the years.

Anyway, after years of popping by I finally signed up here.About time I figured.

Thank you both for the reception.

Coming into this backwards I started out with a machining center. Back then it took me about a week to just get the thing turned on and the spindle turning… In hindsight it isn't really a recommended approach. After that other machines have come and some have gone again too.

These days I'm thinking of graduating to manual machines. I've come to appreciate old sturdy machines so I will most likely go in that direction.

Hi Patrice. I kind of stumbled backwards and head over heels into your thread, but I'm glad if I could contribute towards some inspiration or solution.

Your work looks real good so I certainly understand why all matter of marks will be an issue.