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Re:Ask HN: Why did this idea of Internet Time not work? by mechanical_fish on Tuesday March 17, 2009 @12:56PM (#520115)
Just because its not easily converted to from the units you're used to doesn't make it "bad"

You have clearly never met an American machinist. ;)

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Re:Ask HN: Why did this idea of Internet Time not work? by joe_bleau on Tuesday March 17, 2009 @01:26PM (#520171)
Ever try and cut metric threads on an engine (non-CNC) lathe? Hope you didn't disengage the half-nut...
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Re:Ask HN: Why did this idea of Internet Time not work? by paddy_m on Tuesday March 17, 2009 @02:27PM (#520312)
I have had a fascination with machining for a while, are you guys practiced in the art?
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Re:Ask HN: Why did this idea of Internet Time not work? by joe_bleau on Tuesday March 17, 2009 @07:09PM (#520803)
I'm not, but I've turned the handles and made chips in machine shop or three. I do know a few real old-school experts, however.
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