Here are some of the sets of insert tool holders I mentioned in the previous post.

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In the case of the second link this is the set I highly recommend for any of you guys that would like to get into insert tool holders.? These sets can be found in 8mm 10mm 12mm and 16mm shank size.? This means that the square part of the tool is the size I have indicated.?? I have purchased dozens of these sets over the years.? So with the insert tool holder set you can cover 90% of your turning needs from part off, threading as well as turning right and left.? The boring bar set is also a great set of tools for your small lathes.? So if you’re a good shopper you can find these two sets of tool holders for less than a $100 bucks.? So for about $200 you can outfit your lathe with a great quick change tool holder as well as a great set of insert tools.? Only passing on what I have learned guys I get nothing for recommending these tools only that I have purchased a number of the sets as well as I use them all the time in my own shop. Dennis

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I'm needing a dial test indicator.? The Starett "Last Word" seems to be the most common.

Been reading up on them and some people seem to think the Starett's aren't all that great compared to the rest of their product line.? I'm tending towards picking up an older one, but I've read that some of the new Chineseum ones are pretty good and the price new is less than a lot of the "vintage" ones.? I'm not sure I'm ready to invest in something like a new Mitutoyo, although I'd love to have one.

Curious on the thoughts and experiences of the group.? Also what resolution is most usable for what we can do on the small Daltons??