Rob Eberhard Young
Member
- Joined
- Mar 18, 2009
- Messages
- 30
Hey guys,
I'm new to the site and about to build a new shop for myself. I am new to pens but not to wood and metal work. I have had bad experiences in the past with cheap tools and wanted to hear from the experts here first before making purchases so as not to make any mistake buying something cheap which won't last (haven't we all done that before...). Specifically, I will be adding these common items as to my new shop which I don't have:
A variable speed mini lathe
A band saw
A drill press
A set of turning tools specific to pens (gouge, skew, parting tool)
Any advice as to brands, sizes, speeds, etc. on each of the power tools and hand tools would be appreciated. Even info on what NOT to buy might be of help if you have had any bad experiences you would like to share. Also, any particular jigs you find useful would be great too. Thanks in advance.
Rob
I'm new to the site and about to build a new shop for myself. I am new to pens but not to wood and metal work. I have had bad experiences in the past with cheap tools and wanted to hear from the experts here first before making purchases so as not to make any mistake buying something cheap which won't last (haven't we all done that before...). Specifically, I will be adding these common items as to my new shop which I don't have:
A variable speed mini lathe
A band saw
A drill press
A set of turning tools specific to pens (gouge, skew, parting tool)
Any advice as to brands, sizes, speeds, etc. on each of the power tools and hand tools would be appreciated. Even info on what NOT to buy might be of help if you have had any bad experiences you would like to share. Also, any particular jigs you find useful would be great too. Thanks in advance.
Rob