If you have the skills the demand will still be there if you know how to market yourself.
If you're like Kriss Hogg (DrollTroll, Mr. PV.), can't use a CADCAM system and lie about your machining skills then you're in deep "s".
Here is an example of Kriss Hogg lying:
Kriss Hogg has never held a job in a machine shop.
Kriss Hogg has never gone to trade school.
Kriss Hogg doesn't have "extensive background in machining and manufacturing processes."
Kriss Hogg is the kind of liar that an economic depression destroys.
Jon Banquer San Diego, CA