A Good Start I Think.

Hello all!

So I have had an old Ehg host laying around for a while and it was missing the heatsink/head. I've wanted to get it replaced for the longest time but I have a hard time describing what I want when I try and have a new one made.

So, I decided to make one my own so that I could project my thoughts properly. I went out, bought a mini lathe, and mini band saw, and I already own/have access to, a bench wheel and drill press. These tools are all currently at my parents house but I was able to grab some time with them this past weekend. Once I get out of the lease on my current apartment and find a place with a garage I will be able to keep this tools with me instead of 7 hours away.
I started out just playing with the tools and making small cuts seeing what each and every tool was capable of. Then I went on to design the head for my host and I like how it is so far. I didn't have time to finish it, but in the future with a place of my own to work, I feel like I'll have lots of time to make many pieces.

Here is the old Ehg host:


Here is the lathe and bandsaw. Sorry for the mess, my dad was redoing the basement. I also hadn't taken the shopvac to the lathe yet:D
Edit: It is a 7X14 lathe btw.



Here is the beginning:


And here is the end result (so far, I still have yet to cut the appropriate holes and polish it. I might make a few small touch up cuts as well.)




I had a lot of fun during this process and it was a great learning experience. I am excited to try this again and I am already flying through thoughts of what I want to make:D

I wanna thank MrCrouse for giving me some inspiration and some guidance on what I might need to start my own operation.

Thank you all for taking a quick look:beer:
I just really wanted to share my experience and the fun I had with it:)