CUTTING LIP ANGLES & TOOL HEIGHT FOR TURNING & FACING OPERATIONS WHEN MACHINING WITH AN ENGINE LATHE

Cutting edge or cutting lip positioning for turning and facing on a metal lathe is a complex subject since so many variables come into play. This video introduces the basic notions that should guide the home or novice machinist when using hand sharpened tools that quite naturally don't come with any specks describing their proper installation. This video is part of a free online machine shop course accessible to everyone on my webpage THATLAZYMACHINIST.COM . No sign up, no subscription and no hassle, it's all free and always will be. As for all of my machine shop videos, this video is specifically produced for novice machinists. Thanks for understanding that I am a professional toolmaker and teacher but I am not a professional video producer (and it shows). I produce these videos for fun as a little retirement project that lets me give back a little of what was passed on to me by so many amazing trades people, most of whom, sadly, are no longer with us. Marc L'Ecuyer Thatlazymachinist.com
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[@istvangaspar8257]

Marc, I have watched all of your priceless videos many, many times and I am still looking forward for your new and remade production. I feel very fortunate to be able to learn more and more from you as time goes by. A thousand thanks for your selfless dedication, friendly and cheerful disposition. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you from Gulf Breeze Florida.

[@frankwaters2133]

Couldn't have said that better myself, and I'll bet there are quite a number of viewers feeling the same way. Thank you !

[@terryisaac8195]

Great explanations!!! You have a gift for clear, patient explanations that are interesting. Thanks!!!

[@terryisaac8195]

Marc, I was just thinking that I really wished I could have had instructors like you for ALL of my courses!!!

[@OldtimeIronman]

Way to go Marc! This is exactly what the beginners need.

[@EverettsWorkshop]

You are gifted as a teacher Marc, I wish I could have been in your class. I guess I am, sort of, using KZbin, but one way or another just wanted to say thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@bustednuckles2]

I literally can not thank you enough for these instructionals. Understanding the theory behind what one sees in their results and how to correct problems because you now understand what is happening is priceless information for us newbies.

[@onecrisde]

I love your video classroom! I need detailed explanations like the ones you present. Thanks so much for sharing all of your knowledge!

[@toolbox-gua]

Lucky we are to have you as teacher today.

[@michaelrosenlof1084]

Always Great Instruction and presentation, Marc, Thank You For The Gifts That You Provide So Well

[@MrShobar]

Excellent video. Many thanks.

[@outsidescrewball]

great video Marc, super explanation

[@shinli1961]

Dear Marc, thank you very much Lesson: 59

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Very good

[@RockingJOffroad]

Very good info !

[@guillermohernandez3252]

Great job thanks

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