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WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe
WEN
WEN

10
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How to Run a Lathe: The Care and Operation of a Screw Cutting Lathe
Martino Fine Books
Martino Fine Books

9.9
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The Lathe of Heaven

9.8
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JET JWL-1015VS, 10" x 15" Variable-Speed Wood Lathe (719110)
Jet
Jet

9.7
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JET JWL-1221VS, 12"x21" Variable-Speed Woodworking Lathe (719200)
Jet
Jet

9.6
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Mophorn Metal Lathe 7 x 12 Inch, Precision Mini Metal Lathe 2250 RPM 400W Variable Speed, Mini Lathe Precision Bench Top Metal Working Lathe for Various Types of Metal Turning
Mophorn
Mophorn

9.5
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The Lathe Book 3rd Edition: A Complete Guide to the Machine and its Accessories
Taunton Press
Taunton Press

9.4
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Basic Lathework for Home Machinists (Fox Chapel Publishing) Essential Handbook to the Lathe with Hundreds of Photos & Diagrams and Expert Tips & Advice; Learn to Use Your Lathe to Its Full Potential
Design Originals
Design Originals

9.3
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Grizzly Industrial T25920-12" x 18" Variable-Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe
Grizzly Industrial
Grizzly Industrial

9.2
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JET JWL-1015, 10" x 15" Wood Lathe (719100)
Jet
Jet

9.1
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WEN 3421 3.2-Amp 8" by 12" Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe

Perfect for pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small workpieces. Fits workpieces up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide. 3.2-Amp motor provides over 50 more power than most 8-inch wood lathes. Adjust the soft start variable speed motor anywhere from 750 to 3200 RPM. Features a 2.3-Inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, and two interchangeable tool rests.

How to Run a Lathe: The Care and Operation of a Screw Cutting Lathe

The Lathe of Heaven

JET JWL-1015VS, 10" x 15" Variable-Speed Wood Lathe (719110)

COMPACT TURNING 15-12 between centers. IDEAL SPEED Choose from three speed ranges 200-1,050300-1,750600-3,600. IMPROVED TENSIONING SYSTEM Easier access to belts. INCREASED RIGIDITY Wider bed ways. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Expand your turning capability with a 21 Bed Extension 719101, Stand 719102A, and Stand Extension 719103A. RECOMMENDED FOR Novice woodturners and folks with limited shop space.

JET JWL-1221VS, 12"x21" Variable-Speed Woodworking Lathe (719200)

CONVENIENT CONTROLS Easy-to-reach controls and digital readout. Recommended Circuit Size Amps- 10. OPTIMAL SPEED Choose from three speed ranges 60-900110-1,800220-3,600. INNOVATIVE DESIGN Ratchet-style belt tension system patent pending. HANDY STORAGE Includes a tool storage caddy on each end of the machine. ADDED SAFETY Removable yellow OnOff safety key. DIRECTIONAL CONTROL Smooth transitions when changing from forward to reverse.

Mophorn Metal Lathe 7 x 12 Inch, Precision Mini Metal Lathe 2250 RPM 400W Variable Speed, Mini Lathe Precision Bench Top Metal Working Lathe for Various Types of Metal Turning

Sturdy Iron Construction The mini metal lathe bed is made of high-grade iron. Equipped with nylon gears, this lathe machine is wear-resistant, durable, and professional. Mini metal lathe power of motor 400W. The full-length splashguard provides maximum protection.. Infinitely Variable Speed Variable speed from 50-2250 RPM. Forward and reverse at all speeds. Operate either manually or with the adjustable auto feed rate. The hardness and accuracy of the slideways are obtained by raw material, heat hardening and grinding. The emergency stop button included.. Accurate 3-jaw Chuck 3-jaw self-centering chuck for setting materials steadily. Backsplash guard included. The spindle is supported by precision tapered roller bearings, spindle accuracy within 0.01mm.. Professional Compound Rest The mini metal lathe quick change tool post can achieve positions of internal cutting, face cutting, and bevel cutting by changing the tool post angle and adjusting the compound rest. The professional slide is designed with abrasive resistance, moving blades freely with a feed rod.. Wide Application Home workshop-friendly size. Driven by the quality motor, this mini metal lathe cut off tool can be used in areas such as mini precision parts processing, sample processing, and modeling works..

The Lathe Book 3rd Edition: A Complete Guide to the Machine and its Accessories

Basic Lathework for Home Machinists (Fox Chapel Publishing) Essential Handbook to the Lathe with Hundreds of Photos & Diagrams and Expert Tips & Advice; Learn to Use Your Lathe to Its Full Potential

Used Book in Good Condition.

Grizzly Industrial T25920-12" x 18" Variable-Speed Benchtop Wood Lathe

Motor 34HP, 110V, single-phase, 5.3A. Swing over bed 12. Swing over tool rest base 9-12. Distance between centers 18. Spindle speeds Variable.

JET JWL-1015, 10" x 15" Wood Lathe (719100)

COMPACT TURNING 15-12 between centers.. IDEAL SPEED RANGES Choose from six spindle speeds 5008401,2401,8002,6303,975.. IMPROVED TENSIONING SYSTEM Easier access to belts.. INCREASED RIGIDITY Wider bed ways.. OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES Expand your turning capability with a 21 Bed Extension 719101, Stand 719102A, and Stand Extension 719103A.. RECOMMENDED FOR Novice woodturners and folks with limited shop space..