Craftsman Mini Lathe

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Hello-
I have been really interested in getting into turning pens. I am looking at lathes and do not want to spend a whole bunch of money until I find out if I am any good or not and I thought I would check to see what kind of feed back I can get on this lathe at sears.



Craftsman Mini Lathe
Sears item# 00922106000 Mfr. model#
22106
Thanks
Rob
 
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From my very limited experience, I'd say it would work for pens, but would also add that for just a "little" more money, you could buy a lathe that would allow you to do more. For example, I am buying a new Rikon lathe next weekend for $199. A more versatile mini lathe over the stated Craftsman. If you were to buy the Craftsman at $140, and really get hooked on turning, then you would have to buy another lathe anyway. Also, If you bought a model (such as a Rikon) and decided turning is not for you, I would venture to say you could probably unload another lathe to a turner, easier than you could that particular Craftsman.

Make any sense at all?
 
Thank you for your advice Palmetto_Dave I have been able to play on my neighbors lathe (very nice lathe at that) and really enjoyed it. I will look into the Rikon Lathe. Thanks
 
Originally posted by Palmetto_Dave

From my very limited experience, I'd say it would work for pens, but would also add that for just a "little" more money, you could buy a lathe that would allow you to do more. For example, I am buying a new Rikon lathe next weekend for $199. A more versatile mini lathe over the stated Craftsman. If you were to buy the Craftsman at $140, and really get hooked on turning, then you would have to buy another lathe anyway. Also, If you bought a model (such as a Rikon) and decided turning is not for you, I would venture to say you could probably unload another lathe to a turner, easier than you could that particular Craftsman.

Make any sense at all?
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I'll add: If the Cra-sman should live down to the current reputation, you would get discouraged and your money might possibly be all wasted. And, do check specs. e.g. is the Morse Taper #1 or #2?
 
Check on amazon.com I bought a PSI TurnCrafter Pro Variable speed.
For 210.00 shipping included I have only had the lathe a couple of weeks but have been very satisfied. I am a first time turner but I think this lathe does all that I need it to do.
 
Originally posted by Rkidney

Hello-
I have been really interested in getting into turning pens. I am looking at lathes and do not want to spend a whole bunch of money until I find out if I am any good or not and I thought I would check to see what kind of feed back I can get on this lathe at sears.



Craftsman Mini Lathe
Sears item# 00922106000 Mfr. model#
22106
Thanks
Rob
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This is the perfect lathe to ruin an aspiring turner's experience. All it is is a $140 box of discouragement.

Run Away, Run Away!
 
The craftsman lathe was my first lathe when I started turning. It worked real good but within six months I was ready to upgrade to a Jet Lathe and a year later to a Jet VS. You would save money in the long run to spend a little extra now. But thats JMO free and worth every penny [:p].
 
In the end, a cheep tool is more expensive then a quality one. You will never get a real feel for your ability to turn pens on junk equipment.
 
Get the Jet mini VS(JML 1014) and never look back. It will do what you want and more.
Plus, it holds it resale value...

I have an older model 10 yrs and a VS model. No problems at all...

Look around the site and see how many folks use the Jet mini...
 
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