I’ve done a lot of woodworking over the years and a little turning on a Harbor Freight lathe that I no longer own - only spindles. I am currently taking a Turning class and having fun learning. I have a garage shop with limited space, been looking at midi machines. A new Nova model the Neptune with a number of unique features has caught my eye. Anyone have any experience with this or feedback ?
Nova Neptune
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I don’t know if this is still available, but if it is, I would think they would be ready to deal.
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Nova Galaxi Lathe - tools - by owner - sale - craigslist
Lathe is about 8 years old and is well loved. It runs perfect never has had an issue. Husband is no longer turning. The price is firm and it will take several people to move and load. Please call
We like the Rikon midi lathe very well.
Here are some mid-sized lathes that are great tools to turn smaller projects and learn with:
NOVA Comet 14 DR
Rikon 70-150 VSR
Jet 12-21
WEN 34035
If you have limited space I do not recommend a full sized lathe because you will still need space for a sharpening station for your lathe chisels and it is a large expense for something that you may not want long term. Start with a mid sized lathe and work you way up if you fall in love with it. Personally, I do not recommend the Laguna lathes. They are not bad tools but I find them to be less user friendly compared to these other brands. As a Easy Wood Tools demonstrator I work on different lathes at the shops I go to for events. Lagunas just haven't been as nice to work with as other brands, there always seems to be a complication or difficulty with their lathes and honestly it is like trying to get a Lexus when a Honda or Subaru is all you need.
NOVA Comet 14 DR
Rikon 70-150 VSR
Jet 12-21
WEN 34035
If you have limited space I do not recommend a full sized lathe because you will still need space for a sharpening station for your lathe chisels and it is a large expense for something that you may not want long term. Start with a mid sized lathe and work you way up if you fall in love with it. Personally, I do not recommend the Laguna lathes. They are not bad tools but I find them to be less user friendly compared to these other brands. As a Easy Wood Tools demonstrator I work on different lathes at the shops I go to for events. Lagunas just haven't been as nice to work with as other brands, there always seems to be a complication or difficulty with their lathes and honestly it is like trying to get a Lexus when a Honda or Subaru is all you need.
