Hi I'm lookin go but a pen mandrel for my father in law for Christmas he has a jet mini that I believe is a 1x8tpi I need recommendations for a decent starter mandrel for fair price I would like to get him a mandrel and 2 blanks for $60 or under if possible! Thank you
Mandrel help please
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lorbay
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Sorry miss read the thread.
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Dan Masshardt
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No prob. It goes in the spindle morse taper (mt2) not on the threads usually. Although that is possible. Mt2 will fit his lathe.
Any one that is adjustable in length should be fine. Make sure he has a 60 degree live center already.
Any one that is adjustable in length should be fine. Make sure he has a 60 degree live center already.
Leatherman1998
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This has a higher price but it has everything you need. Basic Pen Making Starter Set w/#2 MT Mandrel at Penn State Industries
Dan Masshardt
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Also having blanks will do him no good without kits. He prob has wood scraps. Get him a couple slimline kits. Should be fine in your budget.
Cmiles1985
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cal91666
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The kit Cmiles linked will work with the MT2 60 degree live center and is a nice kit but is listed as "oversold" on the website. If you want it as a Christmas gift you may want to call and check ETA or look at other options.
Cmiles1985
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That comes with the #2 MT, mandrel shaft, 7mm drill bit, barrel trimmer, three slimline kits, three blanks and medium CA glue. It has EVERYTHING to get you started except the sandpaper. For that, I bought a multi pack at HF for a few $ that has 80, 220, 400, 500 and 1200 grit papers. That is almost enough to get a good finish. I bought the micro mesh pads from Woodturningz (great prices and fast shipping) that include several higher grit sanding pads and several very fine polishing pads ($16). If you're looking to keep it around $60, I would definitely recommend the Rockler kit. If he is already turning wood, he should have some finishing supplies.
Cmiles1985
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Good call! I didn't see that when I was looking for the link. Thanks!
edstreet
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PenMan1
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I'd pass on the so called starter kits. The ones I'm familiar with have the LOWEST QUALITY tools and parts available. Additionally the run the "piece" count up by including unnecessary tools.
The Artisan adjustable mandrel that Ed Street posted is a quality product that should last a lifetime. Additionally, with Craft Supply's free shipping promotion, you should be able to get the mandrel, a few blanks and a component set for under your budget.
I would NOT buy slimline sets. Beginners almost always make that mistake. Slims are the hardest to make, the parts never fit precisely and they write like crap.
I would suggest buying the mandrel, a Sierra type set (I think CSUSA calls it the Sienna), matching bushings and a couple of blanks. By NOT starting with a slimline you enhance his chances of making a good writing and useable pen on his first try.
The Artisan adjustable mandrel that Ed Street posted is a quality product that should last a lifetime. Additionally, with Craft Supply's free shipping promotion, you should be able to get the mandrel, a few blanks and a component set for under your budget.
I would NOT buy slimline sets. Beginners almost always make that mistake. Slims are the hardest to make, the parts never fit precisely and they write like crap.
I would suggest buying the mandrel, a Sierra type set (I think CSUSA calls it the Sienna), matching bushings and a couple of blanks. By NOT starting with a slimline you enhance his chances of making a good writing and useable pen on his first try.
wildanessdude
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Unless I've read something wrong it seems you asked about mandrels specifically and most of the posts are suggesting some sort of kit. The mandrel edstreet suggested is similar to what I was going to suggest (for use in any lathe with a #2 morse taper). This one requires a couple of wrenches...
#2 Morse Taper Maxi-Mandrel at Penn State Industries
or this tool free design...
#2 Morse Taper Keyless Pen Mandrel System at Penn State Industries
Hope this helps.
#2 Morse Taper Maxi-Mandrel at Penn State Industries
or this tool free design...
#2 Morse Taper Keyless Pen Mandrel System at Penn State Industries
Hope this helps.
its_virgil
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I'm surprised no one has suggested he start turning between centers. TBC seems to be suggested anytime a mandrel is mentioned.
Do a good turn daily!
Don
Do a good turn daily!
Don