Hi Ian I was worried that I might get chattering due to the long overhang, but I'm pleased to say this isn't the case. It's perfectly rigid enough for turning axles in silver steel, though as always it pays to keep the tool sharp. I have no hesitation in recommending this tool. Regards Ron ----- Original Message ----- From: "Pendragon" <idpriest@xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx> To: <modeleng@xxxxxxxxxxxxx> Sent: Sunday, September 25, 2005 10:07 PM Subject: [modeleng] Re: Dickson toolholder > Ron, > > I saw these beasts at the Bristol exhibition, I refrained from buying = > one as > I'd already spent most of the family allowance for a couple of months = > but > tell me there is a large overhang, does this show up in any way. > > Regards IP MODEL ENGINEERING DISCUSSION LIST. To UNSUBSCRIBE from this list, send a blank email to, modeleng-request@xxxxxxxxxxxxx with the word "unsubscribe" in the subject line.