G'day from Oz

[Tonos]

Just joined up and introducing myself. Until a couple of years ago I was mainly into woodwork until I found myself wanting to incorporate metalwork into my projects. Over the last couple of years I have been learning as much as I can about metalwork. Early this year finally purchased a welder and have been fabricating a few things learning as I go.

Sheet metal shaping has really grabbed my interest, wishing I had had a go at it years ago when I was rebuilding and painting cars. Anything sheet metal always seemed like unachievable magic that mere mortals should never attempt. I am now having heaps of fun learning a bit about shaping techniques and have a long way to go of course, but enjoying the journey very much.

I have a few tools and focusing on an English wheel as the next big item. Not sure if I should have a go at making one or buy one? Been looking at the Baileigh EW-40 but there do not seem to be many reviews on them.
Cheers

[bluebeard#1]

G'day Tony,
welcome to the forum, you will find a lot of info and willing people to answer any questions you may have. Don't let the metal beat you it's just another medium like wood if you keep at it you will win.

[Peter Tommasini]

Hi Tony welcome to the forum
Peter