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I've been trying to get the hang of metal checkering, even though I KNOW everybody is doing it on a mill now. I just want to see if I can.
So far, I haven't had much luck. I suspect I shouldn't be starting at 30x30, though. Anybody got any tips for a beginner?
Oh, I did come up with one idea for practice. I bought a half-dozen stainless 3/4" nuts, and try to checker each flat. Lots of practice for a buck, and they're easy to clamp in the vise.
Larry
So far, I haven't had much luck. I suspect I shouldn't be starting at 30x30, though. Anybody got any tips for a beginner?
Oh, I did come up with one idea for practice. I bought a half-dozen stainless 3/4" nuts, and try to checker each flat. Lots of practice for a buck, and they're easy to clamp in the vise.
Larry