used lathes?

[Stephen Hibbs]

I am looking at buying the Jet mini non-VS, and I'm wondering A- does anyone have a better, similarly priced lathe in mind? and B-would it be a good idea to buy one of these used, or is it risky?

Thanks,
Stephen

[Ernie Nyvall]

I would think it would be fine to buy one used. Look for someone who upgraded in size in the first year or so... or maybe a reconditioned one.

Ernie

[John Hart]

Yeah..I think it's a great way to get going without spending yourself to death. The only suggestion I would have is making sure that it was not abused, and that all the alignments are good. For that, I would want to see it in person before the buy. I'd be leary of an internet buy.

[Randy Meijer]

If you can find a used mini it would be a good way to go.(Unless you run across one that has obviously been abused) But many folks keep their minis when moving up to a larger lathe. They don't take up much space and it is nice to have the smaller lathe around for small projects.

[Raymond Overman]

There are two (one delta and one jet) midi lathes for sale by members of the club I belong to. If you're anywhere near Charlotte, NC they would be a good option.