I only have a vague notion of what this domain will end up being, how it will support itself and etc but that should change pretty quickly once we know what you want, please tell me what you would like to see on machinist.com.
To start out I am going to see if it is a worthwhile thing to build out a directory of machine shops of various kinds and locations and see if there is any value making connections between those shops, customers and machinists. Our first listings will be limited but hopefully helpful to someone somewhere. Have a look at our fledgling machine shop finder. Let me know if you'd like to see your listing here, your city, region, whatever. I will take care of you.
I eventually hope to know how machinist.com can better serve the machining, manufacturing, engineering and creative communities that need the services of machinists. Your feedback will be invaluable as we shape this platform. Together, we can create a space that truly supports growth and success of machinists everywhere.
John