Dont know if this is the done thing or not on here but just want to say a massive thanks to Pete.
I dont want to get too soppy but what a great bloke.
I went to his house yesterday for around 6 hours and he was extremely helpful in showing me the basics of how to use a lathe - i have never used one before, even with all the questions i was throwing his way, he didnt treat me as if i was stupid, just very graciously answered and demonstrated where necessary.
He went out of his way to find duplicates of tools he had, to give them to me, to get me started.
I now feel confident that this is something i can do. (obviously with practice!)
Its refreshing to meet up with someone who is genuinely helpful, ive come accross so many who think you are an idiot just because you dont know something.
Thankyou.
I dont want to get too soppy but what a great bloke.
I went to his house yesterday for around 6 hours and he was extremely helpful in showing me the basics of how to use a lathe - i have never used one before, even with all the questions i was throwing his way, he didnt treat me as if i was stupid, just very graciously answered and demonstrated where necessary.
He went out of his way to find duplicates of tools he had, to give them to me, to get me started.
I now feel confident that this is something i can do. (obviously with practice!)
Its refreshing to meet up with someone who is genuinely helpful, ive come accross so many who think you are an idiot just because you dont know something.
Thankyou.