

# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Intro to the Metal Lathe
- **Event Start and End Date**: Sat, 15 Mar, 2025 at 02:00 pm – Sat, 28 Mar, 2026 at 01:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Event Description**: Learn how to safely operate the iconic Southbend Model A lathe! We’ll cover all the fundamentals to start your machining journeyAbout this EventThis course meets two times per class session. Please check the Agenda below for the dates included in each session. By purchasing a ticket, you are committing to attend all meetings included in that session. The title of the Agenda page will indicate which ticket to purchase for that session.Instructor - Alex BernsteinSoftware engineer by day and machinist by night, Alex is a regular at A2. He helps build tooling and parts to service the equipment in the machine shop and has provided informal instruction to other members. He enjoys a good brisket sandwich, and spending time with his girlfriend, their cat, Meow Mix and dog, Queenie. He’s excited to share his passion of machining with you all!Class DescriptionIf you’ve ever been interested in machining and metal fabrication this class is for you! Learn how to operate the iconic Southbend lathe. It will provide a great jumping off point to begin your machining journey and you will leave confident in your understanding and operation of metal lathes.Material FeeThe materials fee for this class is $20. This is separate from the ticket price and is to reimburse the instructor for any tools or materials used in this class. This will be paid once, directly to the instructor at the start of the first class meeting. This instructor accepts payments in cash or through Venmo.Class Goals- Safety, machine shop &amp; lathe specific- Changing belt settings and back gear- Setup tools, tool holders, and tool post for correct height and angle.- Facing and turning down to diameter- Understanding backlash and zeroing dials- Demonstrate chatter- How to use the tailstock, center drilling, centers- Metrology-&gt; use of calipers- Using power feed (clutch, gearbox, selectors)- Parting off- Proper cleanup procedure- Simple maintenance- About the A2 communityMaterial SuppliedAluminum round bar stockStudents Should BringClosed toed shoes (preferably boots), no loose fitting clothes, ideally short sleeves, remove all jewelry, and hair longer than shoulder length MUST be tied up.PrerequisitesAll students must be 18 years old or older.Class PoliciesLearn more about our class and ticket cancelation policies Here.Please email education@artisansasylum.com with any questions.*Sales end 2 hours before the start of the class to allow the instructor and staff time to prep.January 31st Session🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMJanuary 31st🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMFebruary 1stFebruary 28th Session🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMFebruary 28th🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMMarch 1stMarch 28th Session🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMMarch 28th🕑: 10:00 AM - 01:00 PMMarch 29th
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/boston/intro-to-the-metal-lathe/100001263053670529
- **Event Categories**: workshops, meetups, dog
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 0
- **Event Highlights**: 
  - Duration: 23 hours
  - Location: Artisan's Asylum
  - Languages: English

## Ticket Details

- **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fintro-to-the-metal-lathe-tickets-1263053670529
- **Ticket Price Range**: min: 211.79, max: 211.79, currency: USD

## Event venue details

- **city**: Boston
- **state**: MA
- **country**: United States
- **location**: Artisan's Asylum
- **lat**: 42.3598794
- **long**: -71.1379218
- **full address**: Artisan's Asylum, 96 Holton Street, Boston, United States

## Event Organizer details

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- **organizer**: Artisans Asylum Inc (https://allevents.in/org/artisans-asylum-inc/22506530)

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## FAQs

- **Q**: When is the event happening?
  - **A:** Sat, 15 Mar, 2025 at 02:00 pm (-04:00)
- **Q**: Where is the event happening?
  - **A:** Artisan's Asylum, 96 Holton Street, Boston, United States
- **Q**: What is the ticket price?
  - **A:** starting from 211.79 up to 211.79 USD
- **Q**: Who is organizing the event?
  - **A:** Artisans Asylum Inc
- **Q**: What type of event is this?
  - **A:** workshops, meetups, dog
- **Q**: What is the duration of the event?
  - **A:** 23 hours
- **Q**: What is the location of the event?
  - **A:** Artisan's Asylum
- **Q**: What is the languages of the event?
  - **A:** English
- **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about Intro to the Metal Lathe ?
  - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents.

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