The Woodwright's Shop

Screw Cuttin’ Lathe

Season 32 Episode 6 | 26m 46s

Make your own darn metal screws with this 1889 foot-powered lathe! Roy shows how to cut perfect threads, cones and tapers in iron and brass.

Aired: 09/05/12 | Rating: NR

PBS North Carolina produces The Woodwright's Shop with Roy Underhill in partnership with State Farm Insurance.

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