SCH's right. I do about 90% of stuff with a 3/8" collet or holder. But a full set is nice if you have the cash. If your gonna get the set, look into a quick change set though, theyre about the same price and very handy
Ive heard good stuff about Smitty's. Its probably a great first machine. If you catch this bug, youl be eyeballin a 3 million dollar Mori with a builtin helicopter pad within a week anyway, so it doesnt matter, just have some fun with it and learn alot.
As far as the drawbar goes, I bought a copper mallet from Harbor Freight for ten bucks and I like it fine.
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