I've been researching a lathe to experiment with chair spindles/legs, table legs and small bowls. I'm new to turning. I have a set of tools from my father in law and can set up my grinder for sharpening them. Since I am not sure how much turning I will really do I don't want to invest a lot of money now but want enough tool to do what I want--if such an option really exists. It seems like I need to spend at least 500 $ and that is a bench top with extension or maybe a Grizz.
So after researching options, the Harbor Freight 12 x 33 3/8 (model 34706) keeps coming up as the only real alternative without sinking $500-600 or more which I would prefer not to especially if the HF is as capable as some of the older reviews I have found say it is.
Any feedback from turners out there on the HF? Or other options?
I admit to having a bit of a mental block purchasing an electrical tool from HF but many seem to think it is worth it. Would extended replacement warranty be worthwhile if I did?
Many thanks for feedback.
So after researching options, the Harbor Freight 12 x 33 3/8 (model 34706) keeps coming up as the only real alternative without sinking $500-600 or more which I would prefer not to especially if the HF is as capable as some of the older reviews I have found say it is.
Any feedback from turners out there on the HF? Or other options?
I admit to having a bit of a mental block purchasing an electrical tool from HF but many seem to think it is worth it. Would extended replacement warranty be worthwhile if I did?
Many thanks for feedback.