Pen Mandrels, #1 and #2 ??

Be careful, pen turning is addictive. The #1 MT and #2 MT is dependent on the lathe you will be using. It’s the Morse taper which is the tapered fitting that is inserted into the head stock shaft and tail stock shaft. You should be able to get the Morse taper needed from the data plate on the lathe or ask some one that’s familiar with the lathe in your shop. I would recomend this mandrel. http://www.woodcraft.com/Family/2001608/2001608.aspx

Good luck and enjoy the craft, it’s a lot of fun and relaxing.

-- Eagles may soar, but weasels don't get sucked into jet engines! Mike D.

Thanks for the information! They’re brand new Powermatic lathes. I’m almost positive it’s this one since they look exactly the same:

http://www.powermatic.com/Products.aspx?Part=1352001&cat=332178

It says a ”#2 Morse” so I guess that’s the one I’ll get! Thanks again!