Wood Lathe Wanted!

[bluthart]

I'm looking for a gently used lathe, nothing fancy, but something I can start learning how to turn on. PM me with any ideas please. Thanks!

 

[DaveO]

Brian how much are you willing to spend? For a scant $200 you can get the Harbor Freight 34706 lathe (it regularly goes on sale) http://www.harborfreight.com/cpi/ctaf/displayitem.taf?Itemnumber=34706
It's a heck of a deal and you will have a hard time finding a good used lathe for that price.

Dave

 

[bluthart]

Thanks Dave - this is exactly why I have turned this task over to the mighty minds of NCWW. I know that a lot of folks here can help in decision making. I will check it out!

 

[TracyP]

I bought the HF lathe and have really done good with it despite my in-experience. I can tell you how to get 20% off. PM me

 

[jeff...]

(Waves Hand) Wood Lathe you don't want. (Waves Hand) Wide Belt Sander you need.

 

[Rob]

I'll throw in my take on the HF lathe, get it. You won't find a better lathe out there for the price. I love mine. Well, except for the fact that I don't get to spend enough time on it.

 

[Rod]

Throw a couple more into the mix and buy the Delta 46-715 14'' Cast-Iron Lathe

http://www.authorizedfactoryoutlet.com/hmpg/delta/delta_tools.htm

That's my next one as I am sick of blanks flying off the chuck and hitting me in the face.

By the way, when are you and the fam coming up our way? We'd love to have you.

Rod

 

[bluthart]

Hey Rod - the next few weeks are pretty busy but sometime in August should be good. Thanks for the reply!

 

[jimwill48]

Brian,
I'm also going to say the HF lathe, you saw one when you were over to the house. IMHO it's the best lathe value out there. Offer is still there if you want to try one out and get a little hands on. :icon_thum

James

 

[bluthart]

Thanks James - I liked the lathe you have too. As soon as I get some time (maybe by fall) I would love to come back for a lesson. Thanks for the reply!

 

[Rod]

Are you all refering to the HF lathe here?

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[FONT=arial, sans-serif]12'' x 33-3/8'' WOOD LATHE WITH REVERSIBLE HEAD[/FONT]

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• Pivoting headstock for extra-large bowl turning capacity
• Headstock rotates and locks in position at 45°, 90°, 135° and 180°
• Swing over bed: 12''
• Variable speeds: 600-2400 RPM
• Turning distance between centers: 33-3/8"
• CSA Listed

It' seems nice. Do they have an alternate stand (heavier one) for it?
Rod
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[DaveO]

Are you all refering to the HF lathe here?

[FONT=verdana,geneva,arial,helvetica]View more Central Machinery items[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, sans-serif]12'' x 33-3/8'' WOOD LATHE WITH REVERSIBLE HEAD[/FONT]

[FONT=arial, sans-serif]

• Pivoting headstock for extra-large bowl turning capacity
• Headstock rotates and locks in position at 45°, 90°, 135° and 180°
• Swing over bed: 12''
• Variable speeds: 600-2400 RPM
• Turning distance between centers: 33-3/8"
• CSA Listed

It' seems nice. Do they have an alternate stand (heavier one) for it?[/FONT]
[FONT=arial, sans-serif]Rod[/FONT]

Yes, but no it comes with a cheap sheet metal stand. It wouldn't be too hard to make a heavy cabinet to place it on. I am using it as it comes, with a little additional weight. Turning to it's full capacity is a little exciting until you get it round, but it has handled the largest blanks that I have put on it.

Dave

 

[jeff...]

it has handled the largest blanks that I have put on it.
Dave

May I be the first to see what the head stock bearing are really made of? I got a nice chuck of iron wood just itching for a HF lathe, is yours still under warranty :gar-La;

 

[NZAPP1]

May I be the first to see what the head stock bearing are really made of? I got a nice chuck of iron wood just itching for a HF lathe, is yours still under warranty :gar-La;

I know the Delta will give that iron wood a spin for it money :rotflm::rotflm::rotflm: Now my tools may need a tune up :gar-La;

 

[ashley_phil]

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/tls/759385877.html

 

[photog]

The HF lathe is a great starter lathe for the same price as what a few quality gouges would cost you. It work fine, but make no mistake about any Central Machinery tool having the fit, finish, massiveness and precision of the big name brand power tools. It certainly isn’t a Nova or a OneWay, but it sure is a small investment to get a functional tool and wet your feet.

The stock stand has much to be desired, so this is what I did to mine. Check out my albums in the member's gallery if you want details on the build.

Here's the orginal equipment

 

[jimwill48]

Great looking photography!

James