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I am looking at the different off center turning chucks. Having never used one or seen one used (other than youtube), I am not sure about the differences from one to the other.
I don't want to go to a 4 jaw to offset a given amount. I was hoping for something more consistent without using calipers or scales.
My budget is limited to some extent. If I need to hold off a bit to buy a more expensive one, that is fine. I just don't know if I need to or not. That is where I need all your expert help on this.
I have a 10" Excelsior lathe now and will be getting a Delta 46-460 soon. I will need something that fits both or is adaptable to be able to fit each.
I see some that have different "ball joints" for different turnings. Some that are just offsets and some that have adjustable angles that appear to hang out in the open with no tail stock. Just whipping around in the open. Or am I missing something?
So what off center chucks do you use and of course Why do you use that particular chuck?
Will I ever be an artist and professional? I dunno. At 63 I am looking at new things and this is an interest for a few years now. I guess it is time to get off my butt and do something now that I am retired.
Any help and details would be greatly appreciated to help clear the fog in the search for a chuck and their abilities.
I don't want to go to a 4 jaw to offset a given amount. I was hoping for something more consistent without using calipers or scales.
My budget is limited to some extent. If I need to hold off a bit to buy a more expensive one, that is fine. I just don't know if I need to or not. That is where I need all your expert help on this.
I have a 10" Excelsior lathe now and will be getting a Delta 46-460 soon. I will need something that fits both or is adaptable to be able to fit each.
I see some that have different "ball joints" for different turnings. Some that are just offsets and some that have adjustable angles that appear to hang out in the open with no tail stock. Just whipping around in the open. Or am I missing something?
So what off center chucks do you use and of course Why do you use that particular chuck?
Will I ever be an artist and professional? I dunno. At 63 I am looking at new things and this is an interest for a few years now. I guess it is time to get off my butt and do something now that I am retired.
Any help and details would be greatly appreciated to help clear the fog in the search for a chuck and their abilities.