I just got a Jet mini-lathe (1014VS) for xmas and am looking to get a chuck. I'm new to turning so I don't know a whole lot about the different brands. I have seen the Nova and Vicmarc's but not sure if I can afford those right now. Penn State has a set for about $105US
Allyn
If you're turning anything larger than a spool of thread, you won't like it for long. After a week of using mine I bought a Talon and hae never regretted it.
Jim
Allyn Vaughn wrote:
A chuck is a luxury it's just slower without one. Wood turners did just fine for thousands of years without chucks.Almost anything that can be turned in a chuck can be turned on a face plate. If your short of money save it for gouges, parting tools and scrapers, books and classes.
Walt
If you want a bigger chuck that will do just "chucking" you would probably like the Penn State $45 4 jaw chuck. I have it and I think it works great. Comes with a screw chuck adapter. Just no accessories.
Earl
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