In Barbell: Telescope Reviews: Drilling Out a Counterweight?

Telescope Reviews: Drilling Out a Counterweight? I recently upgraded from a CGEM to a G11. The counterweight shaft changes from about 3/4" to 1.25". So to use my original extra counterweights I'd need to drill out a 1.25" hole. Is there any inexpensive way to do this? A drill bit alone could be more expensive than just buying a new counterweight Yes, there is. Just buy yourself a metal lathe, o ...Barbell