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DarthElevator t1_ivs4ado wrote

Reply to comment by Al_Rascala in 3D-printed weapons: Interpol and defense experts warn of ‘serious’ evolving threat by mossadnik

3d printing a lathe isn't feasible with current 3d printing technology, due to accuracy, surface finish, etc. But interestingly enough a metal lathe is a machine that can be used to make a better version of itself.

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pauljs75 t1_ivyovfw wrote

In that regard, a crappy 3D printed lathe is about 3 generations away from a somewhat decent lathe. (As machined by subsequent creations with improving tolerances.)

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