DonNC
Member
Hi!
I'm a Newbie wanna be. That is I'm getting myself involved in this great hobby very soon. I'm enrolled in an upcoming pen turning class and I've viewed many online "How to do it" videos.
Here is my question. I'll be buying a lathe soon and I'm a little confused because of all the model selections available. I've pretty much narrowed it down to a Jet mini lathe or perhaps a Turncrafter. Although the Jet is generally selling for about $100 more than the Turncrafter with similar features, both are in my price range. Are any of you familiar with these models? Also, should I consider a model with variable speed? Does it really matter that much?
I appreciate your advice.
Thanks, Don
I'm a Newbie wanna be. That is I'm getting myself involved in this great hobby very soon. I'm enrolled in an upcoming pen turning class and I've viewed many online "How to do it" videos.
Here is my question. I'll be buying a lathe soon and I'm a little confused because of all the model selections available. I've pretty much narrowed it down to a Jet mini lathe or perhaps a Turncrafter. Although the Jet is generally selling for about $100 more than the Turncrafter with similar features, both are in my price range. Are any of you familiar with these models? Also, should I consider a model with variable speed? Does it really matter that much?
I appreciate your advice.
Thanks, Don