paul cottingham
09-20-2016, 1:20 AM
So. I just got my hands on a Beaver Lathe. It was very well cared for, all the bearing are in great shape and the motor works well. It has a three jaw chuck. Is that goin to be a problem for turning legs and bowls? I'm willing to invest in a decent chuck if that would be wise in people's opinions.
second what would be a good chuck to look at? Remember, this is a Beaver, but I can get a Oneway basic or Talon chuck for it for a reasonable price, if people think it is worth that, and a buddy is pitching in to help pay for it, in exchange for turnings. I'd do 'em anyways, but I'm not proud. :-)
Lastly, what would be a good starting tool? I was considering an easy wood rougher and easy wood finisher (the mini) but they may have to wait. I have read all the arguments against them here, but not having to sharpen a new tool really appeals to me and my poor hands. I may wind up buying the carbide, and making them.
oh, I'm mostly interested in bowls, and legs for my furniture.
thanks to all.
second what would be a good chuck to look at? Remember, this is a Beaver, but I can get a Oneway basic or Talon chuck for it for a reasonable price, if people think it is worth that, and a buddy is pitching in to help pay for it, in exchange for turnings. I'd do 'em anyways, but I'm not proud. :-)
Lastly, what would be a good starting tool? I was considering an easy wood rougher and easy wood finisher (the mini) but they may have to wait. I have read all the arguments against them here, but not having to sharpen a new tool really appeals to me and my poor hands. I may wind up buying the carbide, and making them.
oh, I'm mostly interested in bowls, and legs for my furniture.
thanks to all.