AlanZ
Member
Greetings...
I just acquired a few-year-old Jet 1236 lathe, and the supplied 12" tool rest is too big for turning pens on a mandrel (I can't get close enough).
So, what's the darling of the tool rest afficianados?
I believe the toolrest has a 1" post.
Do you suggest 6" as a good size for small works (pens, small boxes, etc)?
I see that Woodcraft and Sorby each have modular tool rest systems... does anyone use/like/dislike any of these?
I'm new to all of this, so your thoughts are appreciated.
I just acquired a few-year-old Jet 1236 lathe, and the supplied 12" tool rest is too big for turning pens on a mandrel (I can't get close enough).
So, what's the darling of the tool rest afficianados?
I believe the toolrest has a 1" post.
Do you suggest 6" as a good size for small works (pens, small boxes, etc)?
I see that Woodcraft and Sorby each have modular tool rest systems... does anyone use/like/dislike any of these?
I'm new to all of this, so your thoughts are appreciated.