Single-Point Threading on the Manual Lathe 🔩🧵 Cutting threads the classic way — one pass at a time. Single-point threading gives full control over pitch, depth, and fit. Whether it’s a custom size or a perfect class fit, this is the machinist’s way to get it done right. #SinglePointThreading #LatheWork #ManualMachining | High Caliber Craftsman Builds

Single point threading a new custom sized bearing retainer and fitting it to the cast iron housing. I had folks questioning how I knew that the area I bored and threaded would be true with the opposite end since I did not set it up in a way that you can see and inspect it. That’s part of the skill of being a machinist and trusting what you know. The only area I had to indicate on was the original bore and shoulder. The factory would have machined both ends concentric. The video shows proof of th