Millers Falls boring machine

[My Old Tools]

One of my sidelines is restoring old boring machines for the timber frame community. I just finished this one. I made new shafts, chuck, chuck key, leg set, handles, and base. Runs like a brand new one now. You can see the wear on one of the old shafts from 100+ years of use.

 

[930dreamer]

Nice work, how many have you rebuilt?

 

[My Old Tools]

Nice work, how many have you rebuilt?

Dozens, over 50 I'm sure.

 

[930dreamer]

Dozens, over 50 I'm sure.

You've found a market niche!