Larry Buskirk Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 Mike, Ouch! that hurts, My 1941 Delta is in the corner whimpering, I saved it from the scrap man.  Larry Old Woodworking Machinery Forum Host Mike Dillen said: Tony, whenever anyone wants to get into turning for cheap I cringe. Reason being when I try go cheap I just get frustrated and end up spending money twice. Turning is anything but cheap. I would however take a few classes in wood turning before you spend a dime and if it appeals to you then buy quality tools and it will make the craft more enjoyable & cheaper in the long run. Look on craig's list and in a lot of cases you can find a lathe in good condition at a fair price. I wouldn't buy a Delta at this time due to the decline in customer support. If your looking for a Midi lathe I would highly advise staying away from harbor freight and Penn State Industries, the quality is hit or miss. If you want to start with a Midi lathe take a look at the new Jet Midi lathe that was just released. http://www.jettools.com/us/en/home/  It has features that I wished were available when I bought my Jet. Woodcraft usually has pretty good assortment of lathes. Tony Greenway said: www.thepatriotwoodworker.com Proud Supporter of Homes For Our Troops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 Thanks Mike, appreciate the info, I will do what you suggest Mike Dillen said:Tony, whenever anyone wants to get into turning for cheap I cringe. Reason being when I try go cheap I just get frustrated and end up spending money twice. Turning is anything but cheap. I would however take a few classes in wood turning before you spend a dime and if it appeals to you then buy quality tools and it will make the craft more enjoyable & cheaper in the long run.Look on craig's list and in a lot of cases you can find a lathe in good condition at a fair price. I wouldn't buy a Delta at this time due to the decline in customer support. If your looking for a Midi lathe I would highly advise staying away from harbor freight and Penn State Industries, the quality is hit or miss. If you want to start with a Midi lathe take a look at the new Jet Midi lathe that was just released. http://www.jettools.com/us/en/home/  It has features that I wished were available when I bought my Jet.Woodcraft usually has pretty good assortment of lathes. Tony Greenway said:www.thepatriotwoodworker.com Proud Supporter of Homes For Our Troops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lew Posted February 23, 2013 Author Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 Great advice, Mike, thanks for jumping in!Mike Dillen said:Tony, whenever anyone wants to get into turning for cheap I cringe. Reason being when I try go cheap I just get frustrated and end up spending money twice. Turning is anything but cheap. I would however take a few classes in wood turning before you spend a dime and if it appeals to you then buy quality tools and it will make the craft more enjoyable & cheaper in the long run.Look on craig's list and in a lot of cases you can find a lathe in good condition at a fair price. I wouldn't buy a Delta at this time due to the decline in customer support. If your looking for a Midi lathe I would highly advise staying away from harbor freight and Penn State Industries, the quality is hit or miss. If you want to start with a Midi lathe take a look at the new Jet Midi lathe that was just released. http://www.jettools.com/us/en/home/  It has features that I wished were available when I bought my Jet.Woodcraft usually has pretty good assortment of lathes. Tony Greenway said:www.thepatriotwoodworker.com Proud Supporter of Homes For Our Troops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mike Dillen Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 Sorry Larry I was refering to the newer tools. The old Deltas are like bedrock, they're the foundation of woodworking.Larry Buskirk said: Mike, Ouch! that hurts, My 1941 Delta is in the corner whimpering, I saved it from the scrap man. Â Larry Old Woodworking Machinery Forum Host Mike Dillen said: www.thepatriotwoodworker.com Proud Supporter of Homes For Our Troops Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charles Nicholls Posted February 23, 2013 Report Share Posted February 23, 2013 I really love these pins Lew. I am trying to get my hands on some stock big enough to turn some short ones of my own but finding stock big enough is a bit expensive, without charging an arm and leg for what I make.Charles NichollsSite Hostnicholls61@att.netProud supporter of The Wounded Warrior Project, Homes For Our Troops and the NRAhttp://www.etsy.com/shop/nichollswoodworks Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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