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Getting back to the original question: Some while ago in another forum a similar question came up with regard to mills. Based on my own experience, as well as feedback from others, I put together a list of common machining items for a machinist who is just starting to tool up. Although the list was compiled with reference to a mill, much of it could also be applied to a lathe. You can take a look at the list at the link below.
https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/machining---lathes-mills-etc/advice-from-a-newbie
One more note on the list: I included some typical pricing just to give an idea of what everything would cost, but of course individual costs will vary greatly depending upon the quality of the tools you buy, whether you buy new or used, etc. A final suggestion: I maintain a "wish list" of tools of need or want to buy, but don't necessarily need immediately. I keep an eye out for items on sale, on craigslist, ebay, etc., flea markets, garage sales, and what have you, and if I see an item on my list I try to make a bargain purchase. When making an online purchase, I try to bundle several items on my wish list to save on shipping charges.
Related to your question: If you are doing home machining, you are going to need raw metal. In 2013 I need a cost comparison of various metal suppliers - prices have changed, but the list is still worth looking at:
https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/machining---lathes-mills-etc/review---metal-prices
Links to metals and tool suppliers can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/useful-links
https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/machining---lathes-mills-etc/advice-from-a-newbie
One more note on the list: I included some typical pricing just to give an idea of what everything would cost, but of course individual costs will vary greatly depending upon the quality of the tools you buy, whether you buy new or used, etc. A final suggestion: I maintain a "wish list" of tools of need or want to buy, but don't necessarily need immediately. I keep an eye out for items on sale, on craigslist, ebay, etc., flea markets, garage sales, and what have you, and if I see an item on my list I try to make a bargain purchase. When making an online purchase, I try to bundle several items on my wish list to save on shipping charges.
Related to your question: If you are doing home machining, you are going to need raw metal. In 2013 I need a cost comparison of various metal suppliers - prices have changed, but the list is still worth looking at:
https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/machining---lathes-mills-etc/review---metal-prices
Links to metals and tool suppliers can be found here: https://sites.google.com/site/lagadoacademy/useful-links