Carl, if you don't mind may we see what's being done now?I own a watch business and want to start selling wooden watches. I currently use a Laser to engrave my watches however this is not suitable for wood.
How small are you talking here? We know watches are small.
a simple CNC
Hmmm... I bet @Albert Z currently building his machine might be of help.
Not that you want one built, just for picking the brains.