Up size tool rest

[Jether3940]

Good morning from Auburn Ca. I started turning about 2 years ago.
Much to learn . I upgraded to a lathe with 1" tool rest post from a 5/8 post. Been to Rockler,pen state, no luck.
Regards John

 

[Charlie_W]

You can check Robust tool rests...Woodcraft carries them.
Also, Rick Herrill Here on IAP fabricates and sells fantastic tool rests. He makes any size you want so you can get a shorty tool rest for pen turning. Look in the vendor forum here. Ricks Custom Tools

 

[magpens]

I also recommend that you consider getting EXACTLY what you want from Rick Herrell, a member here on IAP ..

His member name is .... rherrell .... . if you wish to contact him, start a "Conversation" with him.

 

[JimB]

Craft Supplies USA and Buffalo Woodturning Products carry 1" post tool rests along with several other vendors.

 

[eharri446]

Just as an additional source, Peachtree USA carries them as well.

 

[Jim15]

Welcome John.

 

[gimpy]

Welcome,

check out one of our members
Rick Herrel

he makes just about anything

 

[greenacres2]

Welcome John. I've gone down the path to Rick Herrell's tool rests, and they are very nice. But...Rikon makes a 5/8" to 1" bushing for tool rest posts that may fit your need for now. Part number is 70-9158, other companies may make one also. Rick's tool rests are incredible for the money though!!
earl

 

[rmiller]

Teknatool/Nova also makes a modular tool rest system. You purchase the diameter and length tool post you need and then you choose the style of tool rest you are looking for. They have several different lengths of 1" tool posts along with several lengths of tool rests. They also sell curved rests for bowl turning and flat rests for box turning.