Jet 1014 Vrs 1220

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Ok, I've looked around, and have pretty much settled on a jet lathe. I was about settled on a 1014 because I have seen several youtube videos where this lathe was used. But when doing my home work, I found that for less than $100 I can get the 1220. I did a search (both in this forum and google) to see a comparison but I couldn't find any. So is there any reason not to get the slightly larger lathe? While I'm getting the lathe to mostly do pen turning, I seems that the 1220 would be more versatile. But sometimes bigger isn't better. So what are the advantages (if any) to stay with the 1014?
 
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can't speak to the 1220 but I have the 1014VS and use the heck out of it a love it everytime. I recently got a much larger Delta but have not used it much.
 
BSea said:
Ok, I've looked around, and have pretty much settled on a jet lathe. I was about settled on a 1014 because I have seen several youtube videos where this lathe was used. But when doing my home work, I found that for less than $100 I can get the 1220. I did a search (both in this forum and google) to see a comparison but I couldn't find any. So is there any reason not to get the slightly larger lathe? While I'm getting the lathe to mostly do pen turning, I seems that the 1220 would be more versatile. But sometimes bigger isn't better. So what are the advantages (if any) to stay with the 1014?
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I have both. They are both great lathes right out of the box. There is no advantage one over the other in the pen turning catagory. The advantage of the larger lathe is just that, larger so you can do larger items between the bed and spindle. You can buy a bed extension for either or so length is no problem. I am sure others will come on in and tell you about different brands of lathes for around the same money or even less. The rage these days is the new Delta, sorry I do ot have the item number but it has advantages these 2 do not so you might want to look into that one. I will look for the number.

Here you go. http://www.cpowoodworking.com/wood_lathes/46-460.html The advantages of this lathe go beyond pen turning. Larger motor for doing larger bowls and things without the motor bogging down which you do lose power somewhat with the VS. Forward and reverse for finishing aspects and turning end grain woods, and larger over the bed capabilities. Couple dollars more and you are set if you want to venture down the bowl turning or plate turning path. Remember the lathe is the cheapest part of the turning tools. Don't mind that price you can get for about $599 One other thing that I forgot to mention and the one that stands out to me is the low end of the speed chart, 250rpms. Neither jet gets that slow. That still maybe a little high for some out of round blocks but you can deal with it. For my money if I was able to do it again and if this lathe was around when I bought mine that is the one I would have went with.
 
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I started out with the Jet 1014 and it was a great lathe, I had to close my shop down and sold everything. When I was able to set up a new shop I went for the 1220VS and love it.
 
I have both and I know of one advantage of the 1220 over the 1014.

I can use the Beall buffing system on the 1220 much easier than on the 1014. It just fits on the 1014. I like havng the extra bed bed length on the 1220.
 
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The rage these days is the new Delta, sorry I do ot have the item number but it has advantages these 2 do not so you might want to look into that one. I will look for the number.

Here you go. http://www.cpowoodworking.com/wood_lathes/46-460.html The advantages of this lathe go beyond pen turning. Larger motor for doing larger bowls and things without the motor bogging down which you do lose power somewhat with the VS. Forward and reverse for finishing aspects and turning end grain woods, and larger over the bed capabilities. Couple dollars more and you are set if you want to venture down the bowl turning or plate turning path. Remember the lathe is the cheapest part of the turning tools. Don't mind that price you can get for about $599 One other thing that I forgot to mention and the one that stands out to me is the low end of the speed chart, 250rpms. Neither jet gets that slow. That still maybe a little high for some out of round blocks but you can deal with it. For my money if I was able to do it again and if this lathe was around when I bought mine that is the one I would have went with.
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I did see the Delta when I was looking. I just thought it might be a little overkill for what I wanted to do. But I think I may have to take a 2nd look. I just hate to buy things twice. It took me about 40 years to learn that it's usually cheaper to buy the higher end product in the 1st place. My problem is That I started in the $350 area. Then upped it $100, and now it's another $150. That's before any tools, accessories, etc. (See line below)

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Remember the lathe is the cheapest part of the turning tools.
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Now here's a line I don't want my wife to see. :eek:

But seriously, thanks for the info. I'm probably a week or 2 away from buying . . . . . . something.
 
If you buy the smaller one one day you will want to make something that you need a larger lathe for and you will regret buying the smaller one. You can always do small work on a big lathe but you can not do larger work on a small lathe. My advise is buy the biggest lathe you can afford to begin with,it will save you money in the long run.
 
I bought a used 1410 for a second lathe. My other lathe is an old Rockwell/Delta I converted from 3 phase. I wanted something I could lug down into my basement for Winter turning. For me it's a plus that it's lighter in weight. That being said, if the 1224 had been available for a little more than what I paid I probably have gone that route and let my back pay the price! :biggrin: Actually, I don't think it adds too much more weight...?

I think you will be pleased with whichever one you decide on
 
I've used both and have a 1220 now relegated to a backup for my DVR. I like the 1220 better, the slightly larger size and larger motor really helps doing anything a bit bigger then a pen. The motor puts out 50% more hp than the 1014 which really helps when turning bowls.

That all being said, folks seem to love the new Delta so like many above I would recommend taking a closer look at it.
 
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