Please help !! I want to buy my first lathe . I don’t have deep deep pockets for an (Only One lathe ) what make should I buy ??? Delta, craftsman , jet etc . I want a full size variable speed with cast iron bed rails .
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REad this review. I have seen others just like this one (review) and I have used the Jet model that this was supposedly based upon. Great for the $$$$.
Woodcentral has a turning forum and several have added a DC motor (from a treadmill) and seem to love it.
Look anyway.
http://www.woodcentral.com/bparticles/hfreight.shtml
Thank you for your help.
Depending on how deep your pockets are, take a look at Oneway, Poolewood, Vicmarc, or Woodfast.
Al, also take a look at Performax. They have a couple of
nice quality lathes at a mid-range price .
Thank you for taking the time to reply ! I have since bought a jet 1442 w/ castiron legs and love it . Thanks again !!!
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