Seeking Machinist Mentor in OK

[calandrod]

I’m looking for someone with a lot of knowledge and experience in the NW Oklahoma area that could really teach me machining. I’m mostly seeking a mentor/friend who has a lot of experience. I had a good mentor some time back that began to teach me everything he knew, but he passed away and that ended. I’m a great listener; thanks for your consideration.


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[Kevin54]

It's a shame that no one has replied. If I was closer I would be more than happy.

 

[The Cobbler]

That's a great idea. I wish my father was alive so he could teach me. I have basics and had machine shop in secondary school, but there's lots that I wish I could do better or differently.
It would be so cool to find someone that say was retired, has no means to have the tools come & teach, in return for use in the shop . win win

 

[matt_i]

In the absence of a mentor there are a number of internet forums. All have their good & bad but the bottom line is there is a lot to be learned.

 

[dr_clyde]

I’m a long ways from OK, otherwise I’d be happy to help.

 

[larry_g]

Might I suggest that you join the following group and ask the question there; https://bbs.homeshopmachinist.net/ . There are also other groups out there on the net also. Ask around if there are any Model Engineers groups around your area. They are good sources of information.

lg
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[iajonesy]

I wish I was close to you. I'd be happy to help out.

Mike

 

[RoninB4]

Not close or I'd be willing to help. It would also be good to state what machines you intend to use and give a loose estimate of what you intend to do/make. For example; A jig borer makes holes on location the same as a knee mill or a radial arm drill press but there's a quantum difference in accuracy/precision per what the job requires. There are plenty of videos and some of them are quite good. Machining is a huge subject so maybe you should begin with stating what you want to know in some sort of order. Just a suggestion.

 

[tracy.reich]

I would help but I'm just a hobbyist and lack any real experience. I have bought equipment (Summit gap bed lathe and old series 1 Bridgeport mill that I rebuilt and taught myself to use. I research everything extensively on practical machinist and other boards but lack any institutional training. Glad to help out if I can.