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 Quilted Maple Lathe Wood Turning Lumber 25 x 325 x 325  US $19.95
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 Curly Maple Lathe Wood Turning Lumber 24 x 3 x 3 US $29.95
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 Curly Maple Lathe Wood Turning Lumber US $14.95
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 2 EXOTIC RED PALM Wood Turning Lathe Blank 6 1 4 x 6 1 4 x 2 US $21.00
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 3 EXOTIC ANDIROBA Wood SpindleTurning Blank Lathe US $12.00
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 6 EXOTIC ANDIROBA Wood SpindleTurning Blank Lathe US $12.00
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Question about Wood Lathe?
I am looking to buy a wood lathe for my husband for his birthday, but I know nothing about them. I would like to get a normal size one but they are very expensive. Could anyone tell me what the largest item/items you can build with a mini lathe are and if the extension is worth buying. I want to get a decent one, and used would be okay if anyone knows what brand I should buy or if you have one to sell, please let me know. Any information about either size lathe would be very much appreciated.
Thanks!
Consider that you can always do small pieces on a larger lathe.
Eg, have a 40year old Sears ( not the finest) 36" w/ a 6" swing which means you can turn almost 12'dia pieces or down to less than an inch.
Woodlathes are simple machines & it is easy to go overboard on something that will not handle much more than a less than pro. model.
You can save if you buy the machine without a base & bolt it to a workbench.
Some belt driven lathes come without motors & a used or refurbed 1/4 hp , 1/3hp motor is fine.
Lathes do not suffer much abuse so a good older one (used) would be a good bet.
Also factory refurbs or floor models can save some $$
Rigid , Delta, even Sears .
Would put my money into the turning tools.
Have found beautiful Old Tools at garage sales & antique shops .
Individually, lathe accessories are not very expensive , usually fit brand to brand & can be added as you go.
Obviously a fine woman to buy hubby a lathe......
You will get som nice things & he will find it very relaxing.
Best regards