....and asked if I could make him a new one.
Why yes. Yes I can. Would you like that in a spitzer or a FP? .875 caliber OK?
Good.
416 SS billet
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LOL! Just havin some fun.
But seriously, you fellers with a brand new lathe want to try out your new pride and joy on something that is WIDE OPEN FOR INTERPRETATION, give one of these a try!
All you need to know is that the thread is a standard American 8-32 thread. Use a #29 tap drill (.136) This is nothing special, just a standard HSS drill bit in #29 size. Drill the hole about 1/2" deep and then chase it with the tap.
Enjoy!