27-08-2012, 05:48 PM
Thank, Col.
Actually on this lathe moving the tailstock to between the saddle and headstock is very easy. The problem with doing that is that I'd then have to make something to mount a tool rest on. So far I haven't had any problems and one advantage I have is not being used to anything better.
The low speed doesn't trouble me, in fact there's a lot to be said for it as things can't fly as far or as fast. Having the grinder next to the lathe means I've no excuse for using blunt tools.
If the bug really bites deep and I want to start working bigger and more complicated pieces I'd be more inclined to buy a proper wood lathe; putting it somewhere would be a different matter but there wouldn't be the same weight issue at least.
At least for the present I think I'll be doing more 'serious' metal turning and the wood stuff is just a bit of fun.
All the best
Joe
Actually on this lathe moving the tailstock to between the saddle and headstock is very easy. The problem with doing that is that I'd then have to make something to mount a tool rest on. So far I haven't had any problems and one advantage I have is not being used to anything better.
The low speed doesn't trouble me, in fact there's a lot to be said for it as things can't fly as far or as fast. Having the grinder next to the lathe means I've no excuse for using blunt tools.
If the bug really bites deep and I want to start working bigger and more complicated pieces I'd be more inclined to buy a proper wood lathe; putting it somewhere would be a different matter but there wouldn't be the same weight issue at least.
At least for the present I think I'll be doing more 'serious' metal turning and the wood stuff is just a bit of fun.
All the best
Joe
