My Uncle gave me a 1960s era Atlas/Craftsman lathe as a retirement gift. I have it assembled and spent the last several weekends cleaning up rust and getting it back in service.

It has several chucks, both metal and wood turning centers and tools, and rests for the wood tools. Quite a nice package.

I'd like to make him a gift with it as appreciation.
Since I can turn both metal and wood I'm trying to come up with ideas.

I'm thinking of things like a wooden vase with a turned metal base or a lip on the mouth, or a cup, or capped box or something similar. I have a lot of maple on my property and will probably down one for the wood to make it more "personal". Aluminum or steel for the metal parts.

Just was wondering if you all might have some ideas. Photos would be great, tough to find the correct search words.

Thanks