I can't believe I just did this...............

[Ken from ontario]

That hole is there and whatever you do to it , it will (most likely) still show, if I were you I would leave it alone and get busy with your next project, you'll be surprised how soon you'll get used to seeing it.

 

[mmcmdl]

Machine tools are like trucks , I'm not looking for a trailer queen . Ken has it right , get on with other projects .

 

[Buffalo21]

That should buff right out........




someone had to say it....

 

[Jimsehr]

I heard you should drill it deeper and stamp next to it oil here.

 

[benmychree]

If one always puts workpieces up on parallels, there is much less chance of having these accidents.

 

[devils4ever]

True. I could have used parallels in this case.

However, sometimes I run out of Z-axis on my mill and can't use parallels.

 

[Aukai]

I have one ~1.5" long on my then new mill table from an end mill pulling out of a collet. Very much the same feeling as you, I bought a brand new table that is still leaning against the wall. The vise covers the oil retention groove.

 

[Superburban]

Drill it a tap it. Then plug it and say it is an oil, or inspection port.

 

[Manual Mac]

As hard as we try not to do these things, $hit happens.
We’ve all done these things, you are not alone.

 

[Papa Charlie]

Think of it as a badge of honor, rather than one of disgrace. It is a sign of a working man at his trade, whether it be full time, or hobby.