If you have a 16,000# machine on 6" of concreteit is moving more than you think.
Not too many gunsmiths are running 16,000lb lathes.
I agree, but most smiths don't have over a couple thousand pound rigs.
Originally Posted by BrentD
I would not buy something that runs on any kind of primer given the possibility of primer shortages and even regulations. In fact, why not buy a flintlock? Really. Rocks aren't going away anytime soon.