I don't own a lathe...but I want too. :)
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I don't own a lathe...but I want too. :)
Got a lathe, need the turner that goes with it.
just resently unearthed (from way back of shed)...a green one with a mtr bed ....now to find time to play with it :U
I am primarily a hand tool woodworker (although I do have a bandsaw I occasionally use for rough dimensioning). I make mostly furniture, boxes, and household items. Being that this would be only my 2nd stationary power tool in the shop, it was a big decision for me to buy a lathe. Ultimately, I did buy one about 2 years ago because I wanted to expand my capability to make turned legs, 1/2 columns, 1/4 columns, etc for furniture. I was intimidated by the lathe at first (especially since I prefer not to use power tools), but I quickly came to appreciate this machine in my shop. It can be quite handy. For instance, last night I turned a dowel that was 15/16" diameter for the purpose of sharpening a new in-cannel gouge (and we know how tricky those can be). I've also turned some shaving brush handles, shaving brush/razor stands, small bowls and, lidded boxes. It can be fun and sometimes its a nice change of pace from the benchwork. I can't see myself becoming a full-time turner anytime soon, but its a nice arrow to have in the quiver.