Hi there,
I'm completly new to woodturning but it looks extreemly theraputic, as well as fun. However when it comes to a lathe I have no idea what i'm really looking for. Also I'm only a student so have no money!
Is there anyone who can point me in the right direction of a cheap lathe, second hand ones, or instructions on how to build a bow lathe. One thought I did have was to make it out of an old paddle sewing machine mechanism.
All thoughts appretiated!
Many thanks
Nickoli
Well, we've covered this repeatedly, for the full details DAGS on cheap +lathe. The gist of it is: Cheap lathes start at about $100, $70 on sale. What brand and what details depends on where in the world you are. It is possible to build a treadle/bungee/pole lathe DAGS on lathe +each of those words for the plans. Unless it's made properly the results won't be satisfactory and you'll end up throwing away your time and money. The cheap lathes tend to have limitations in speed and what add-ons will fit. As you pay more, the lathe will tend to be something that will last longer and be easier to use, as well as something that you are less likely to grow out of quickly. Where you draw the lines on this are up to you, and both your wallet and your abilities to build things. Used lathes are available, how mush so depends on where you are and what your requirements are. With out more information on where you are, how much you wish to spend, and what your goals and abilities are, it is hard to be more specific. Hope that helps, Dave in Fairfax
Student where, Kolya?
One of the great things about being a student is that there's usually equipment available for classes within the institution. If you're not already acquainted, find the Industrial Arts (or whatever they call it now) types and see if you can't get some shop time and instruction.
After that, it's a big outlay, some of which you will eventually regret, but "buy the best and cry once" is a maxim for the well-heeled.
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If you are new to turning, please forget about the bow-lathe. Building one that is going to be more than an ornament demands high woodworking skills, and turning anything on it also demands high skills.
Any learning that i going to bring you somewhere, will demand a modern lathe, HSS tools and a selfcentering chuck.
Of course, unless you are that one in a million who is dead set on going the hard way:-)
Bjarte
Go buy yourself a Jet Mini Lathe and learn how to use it. You can get one new for about $199. You can't beat that price or lathe.
Barry
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