Purchasing a full size lathe

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Woodhacker home \| projects \| blog 1145 posts in 615 days 484 days ago	Topic tags/keywords: lathe purchase jet tecknatool I currently have a Jet mini variable speed lathe that I use mostly for pen turning and other small items. I really like this lathe for small stuff but when I try to turn something 4-5” or more in diamenter there doesn’t seem to be much torque there. In addition to my Jet mini, I’ve accumulated a Oneway talon chuck, several sorby drive/live centers, Crown PM & Sorby turning chisels, and a MT2 1/2” chuck. I’m getting fairly serious about a full size lathe. I’d like to start turning peppermills, bowls, candle holders, maybe goblets, round boxes, walking canes, vases, etc. I’ve done a few LJ searches for “lathes”, “lathe purchase” and read several postings, comments/advice. I”ve not set a definite price range yet, but lately I’ve been looking at the Jet JWL-1642-2EVS, 16” x 42” EVS PRO, and the Tecknatool Nova DVR. I’m curious if there are any LJs that have experience with either of these. -- Martin, Kansas
trifern home \| projects \| blog 7894 posts in 659 days 484 days ago	Good for you Martin. I have heard good things about both lathes. I guess the real question are how serious do you want to get and how much are you willing to spend. Another good lathe is the Powermatic. I am holding out for a Stubby. Good luck on your endeavor. -- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.
Douglas Bordner home \| projects \| blog 3424 posts in 956 days 484 days ago	Mot has the Nova DVR, and I know he is a man that likes a high quality tool. He seemed pleased. Dorje has the Jet 1642 EVS and I know he loves it. I have been making my little Jet 1014 walk the dog with 8 inch bowl blanks; so I am excited for you, Martin. Although I have had my little wonder for about nine years, I just shredded the V-Belt trying to turn the bigger stuff within its swing. Looks like taking the head assembly apart to fit the belt will be a joy… -- "Bordnerizing" perfectly good lumber for over a decade.
trifern home \| projects \| blog 7894 posts in 659 days 473 days ago	Hey Martin, any decisions yet? I can’t wait until you get a full size lathe so you don’t have to wait for chips to blow in from Bloomington. -- My favorite piece is my last one, my best piece is my next one.
Grumpy home \| projects \| blog 14914 posts in 743 days 472 days ago	Martin, I have a full sised lathe with extenion capability. The big advantage is you can do the small jobs on a big lathe as well as the big ones. -- Grumpy - "Always look on the bright side of life"- Monty Python
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