In this live episode of Bourbon With The Editor™, host Dennis Spaeth is joined by Joe Magee of Vargus USA for a spirited conversation featuring new tooling solutions from the latest Vargus catalog. While sipping Old Bones Single Barrel Rye—an uncut, 133.4-proof whiskey from Backbone Bourbon Company—the two dive into the cutting-edge innovations redefining thread turning, milling, and solid carbide tooling.​

Tool highlights include the MACH TT and MACH TM lines, the versatile V-Mill and V-Drill, and the game-changing VT10 grade—all designed to boost precision and efficiency on the shop floor. They also explore VARGUS GENius™, the company’s intelligent tool selector and CNC code generator.​

And don’t miss the moment Dennis shares the backstory behind Backbone Bourbon’s name—a tale rooted in a bold business decision and a lesson in resilience that pairs perfectly with the high-proof pour in his glass.​

Whether you're deep in the world of CNC machining or just here for the whiskey wisdom, this episode delivers insight, innovation, and a toast to the tools that move manufacturing forward.