"Turning Group Members and Their Lathes" [Archive] - Sawmill Creek Woodworking Community

Christopher K. Hartley

09-12-2007, 8:53 AM

Please Do Not Post Responses In This Thread
Only Personal, Lathe Information & Picture Entries

When you make this post it will already state who you are in the post heading, so you will not need to add that. The picture must be of you standing by your lathe. Add the picture by using the "Manage Attachments" feature. If you own multiple lathes, multiple pictures are permissible. Copy the questions below into your post and then answer under each one. Answer the following questions to the best of your ability about yourself and your lathe. Try to remember to remove the bold lettering from your answer but not the question. A separate thread will be available for responses to these posts.

When did you join SMC?
How did you find out about this site?
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
What is your lathe's capacity?We would like to have every Turning Group Member added here. It is open to all lathes and their owners, so, please join us.

Every Lathe Deserves Recognition

Christopher K. Hartley

09-12-2007, 9:09 AM

When did you join SMC?

It was back in Feb or March of 2006.

How did you find out about this site?

Stumbled across it when doing an Internet search.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The members, they are great people concerned about others and ready to help whenever they can.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

A Robust 25 American Beauty with all the trimmings.

What is your lathe's capacity?

The lathe has a 25" swing with an extended bed for long or spindle work.

Bobby Perry

09-12-2007, 2:16 PM

When did you join SMC?
About 8 or 9 months ago.

How did you find out about this site?
Surfing the net

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Seeing the items that other people are making.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
First one is a Jet 1642VS that I just got.
The second one is a Jet mini VS That I got for free brand new. Thats another story.:D

What is your lathe's capacity?
16 42

Mike Vickery

09-12-2007, 2:56 PM

When did you join SMC?

January 2006.

How did you find out about this site?

Internet search.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

I like to look at some of the great work and be able to get solutions for questions I may have.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

Woodfast 910 not sure the year.

What is your lathe's capacity?

The lathe has a little over 20" swing (metric) I think it has 42" between centers.
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Jude Kingery

09-12-2007, 3:04 PM

Originally Posted by Jude Kingery http://www.sawmillcreek.org/images/buttons/viewpost.gif (http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?p=657397#post657397)

When did you join SMC?

How did you find out about this site?

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

What is your lathe's capacity/Specification?

Hello all! Joined SMC when good friend Marvin told me about it and have enjoyed it a lot, maybe for about the past year or so. I like the friendliness and the variety of posts, everyone is mostly positive and informative, makes for a very nice visit. I have two lathes, one was my Dad's, a little Wood Wizard made in about I'd guess 1938. My husband built a terrific, sturdy bench for it, mounted the motor, and it runs fine. About a 7" throw and 32" length bed. Then we bought a VB36 about 5 years ago, beautiful machine and will turn anything. So I use both pretty much all the time. Right now my piano student has an Ash bowl on the little lathe he's turning and I have a big Cherry blank on the big lathe. It's lots of fun! I think the thread is fine and a nice idea just to get to know people better or put a face with a name. Thanks! Jude

Jim King

09-13-2007, 9:28 AM

When did you join SMC?

A couple of years ago

How did you find out about this site? Web Search

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Learning about other people and what and how they do what they do

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Home made and latest technology.

What is your lathe's capacity? Whatever you have the nerve to put on but maximum is 26 " dia by 48" if you can catch it.

Phil Powell

09-13-2007, 10:33 AM

When did you join SMC?
Maybe two years ago
How did you find out about this site?
Surfing for woodturning places
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
I'm mostly a lurker so reading what turners post
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have a two year old Robust 25 and a Jet Mini
What is your lathe's capacity?
25"

The photo is of me and Brent when I went to his shop to pick up
my new lathe. It's a great piece of equipment!

Brian Weick

09-13-2007, 1:49 PM

When did you join SMC

I joined Saw Mill Creek 11/2/2005 and became a contributer August of this year- Love this place and the people! Help keep it alive and please make a donation. :)

How did you find out about this site?

I found SMC through a web search I was doing on researching Oliver lathes - Lou Lansom's article about his monster lathe- that started the obsession with SMC.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?I like the information and discussions about woodworking and other topics as well. There are many people on here that are more than happy to help out when you run into a problem or need information on certain topics.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?the make of my lathe is an Oliver pattern lathe, the model is a 20C The year it was manufactured was 1909 based on my serial number #890

What is your lathe's capacity?24" over the bed and 20" over the carriage.

Center to Center is 105"

Some additional information ?I took ownership of The Oliver20 C Pattern Lathe in February 2005 which was located at RIT college in Rochester NY in their wood shop. The Oliver was replaced with 3- OneWay lathes.

Dimensions:
146" L x 15" W x 12" D ~ all cast iron construction bed.
Gross Weight 4,118 lbs.
Drive system:
220v , 3ph ,3hp Baldore induction motor.
4 speed reduction "Drive All" transmission.
Drop knuckle dbl plate transmission & motor assembly/w 2" ball & socket pillow block mountings for motor assembly.
2- 8" DBL B- V belt S&K system from transmission to 2" Headstock spindle.
2- 3"/4"/5" step A -v belt pulley from the Baldore motor to the "Drive All" 4 speed transmission.
2 - Headstock Bearing ears machined for 4 new ,2 stage assembly bearings.
4 - 6010212 sealed ball bearings , rated at 6000 max rpm/2700lbs thrust at 1000 rmp.
2- AXK -5070 Thrust bearing/27,000 lbs max thrust - 3,900 max rpm .
2- INA-AS5070 Thrust washer assembly.
2- 1-7/8" SK brass bushings.
1- Yaskawa 3ph ,220v ,7hp Varaible Frequency Drive -slow start/slow stop/reverse/ quick brake and many more options.
Speed rrange 1rpm - 2,833rpms
Headstock ad tail stock:
Headstock spindle 32"L x 2" diameter.
Headstock pivots 3" +/- from center for offset turning.
Between centers; spindle size- 1-7/8" accepts#4 Morse tapper attachments. Punch through rod for removal of tools.
Outboard spindle size 2-1/4".
18" 1/4" steel inboard index plate (detachable) plotted in at 5 degree 1/2" port increments.

Tail stock:
#4 Morse Tapper attachments.
2" diameter quill w/1/2" travel grove.
0 - 12" travel with quill handle split lock down.
Offset square 3/4" nut adjustment on front 3" +/- travel from center.
1-1/2" Center lock down nut to Lathe bed.
Pattern carriage:
2 tier pattern carriage.
12" travel 1st tier.
10" travel top fine adjustment tier.
2 latitude/longitude adjustable steel point markers/w stamped measurements in the 1st tier carriage and the lathe bed on front (24") total.
geared handle Assembly for carriage longitudinal movement (105" total)
2nd top tier swivel with 180 degree markings stamped in carriage base.
Accessories:
1- 20"diameter -1" thick steel turning plate-weight, 95lbs, can be used in/out board turnings.
2 - 6" steel attachment hubs -inboard/outboard.
1 - 6" steel face plate (inboard only).
tool arbor holder for carriage-w/1/2" interchangeable cutting bits.
2 - 20" steel bed tool holders for any 1-1/2" tool post.
1- 48" tool rest , 1-1/2" post.
1- 12" tool rest. 1-1/2" post.
1- 4" tool rest. 1-1/2" post.
1- 6"x 6" V - tool rest holder. 1-1/2" post.
1 - Carriage attachment plate for PC 3-1/4hp router.

The next project on the Oliver 20C is the drive link from the carriage to the spindle to do twist turning,rope/flute.

Steve Schlumpf

09-13-2007, 8:35 PM

When did you join SMC?
Joined SMC in the beginning of October of 2006.
How did you find out about this site?
Found SMC quite by chance when doing a blanket search for anything woodturning! Hung out on the sidelines for months until I realized that I could learn more through participation.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The people - the talent - and the way everyone is willing to help each other learn! Constantly amazed with the creativity of all the folks here on SMC!
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
2006 Jet 1642 EVS 2 hp
What is your lathe's capacity?
So far it has been capable of doing everything I have thrown at it - some spindle work, lots of bowls and now it's doing just great with hollow forms! Oh - max of 16" for facework - 42" for spindle work.
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Nancy Laird

09-14-2007, 12:23 AM

When did you join SMC? August, 2006
How did you find out about this site? A friend and Creeker Rick Levine called me one night and told me to check it out because it has a laser forum
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The camaradarie, the friends I've made and met, the talent, the encouragement from fellow Creekers whom I've never met, and just seeing all the beautiful stuff that the other "masters" show off
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? I have two. One is a WoodTek mini, purchased in summer of 2006. The other is a vintage Atlas, inherited from my father-in-law and purchased new by him in the early 50s.
What is your lathe's capacity? The Woodtek has a 10" swing and 17" between centers; it's a 6-speed (non-VS:( ). The Atlas has a 12" swing--don't know distance between center.71889

Nancy (99 days)

Bernie Weishapl

09-14-2007, 10:29 PM

When did you join SMC? January 2005

How did you find out about this site? Was surfing for help with a wood project.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The people and the help you can get from caring people.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? A Nova DVR bought this year.

What is your lathe's capacity? 16" over the bed and 29" outboard

Ron Erickson

09-15-2007, 10:11 PM

When did you join SMC?
It was November 27, 2006.
How did you find out about this site?

Stumbled across it when doing an Internet search.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The pictures of everyone’s projects.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

A Delta 12” Variable Speed Wood Lathe (Model 46-700).
What is your lathe's capacity?

The lathe has a 12" swing with 36” spindle length.
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Patrick Taylor

09-15-2007, 10:17 PM

When did you join SMC? March 2007

How did you find out about this site? Google! (after not being satisfied with other forums)

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Great advice, and regulars (like on 'Cheers', where everyone knows your name!)

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Jet Mini (1014) 6-speed manual.

What is your lathe's capacity? 10" over the ways, a.k.a. "not much" but I try to maximize it. :)

Curt Fuller

09-16-2007, 1:04 AM

When did you join SMC? It was a couple years ago, I'm sure of the exact month.
How did you find out about this site?
Browsing for woodturning info at first but got more interested in it when Andy Hoyt posted on WOW with a Christmas greeting from a whole slew of Creekers.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
All the friendly people and seeing the beautiful work they do.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
My "main machine" is a 1954 Oliver 159A but I just bought a Delta Midi for doing small things.
What is your lathe's capacity?
Well, if I slid the headstock on the Oliver down to the end of the ways, built me a free standing tool rest, got me a good life insurance policy, and downed a couple moxies, I could probably turn out something 2 or 3 feet in diameter. But the actual capacity of the Oliver is 14" x 42", the Delta is 12"

And as you can see in the picture, there ain't nothing pretty about my lathes, my shop, or me.

sascha gast

09-16-2007, 2:45 AM

When did you join SMC?
check in the right top corner, guessing 3 years or so
How did you find out about this site?

read about it on another board
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

people are friendly, talented and i do lurk more than I post
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

it's a Stubby 1000 I got about 3 years ago, man I remember when I pulled it off that crate, what a day
What is your lathe's capacity

20" over the bed, 44" when the bed is pulled out

here she is

http://i.pbase.com/o6/55/652955/1/79322711.n4VxnjT0._LAX5020copy.jpg

Steve Trauthwein

09-16-2007, 8:38 AM

When did you join SMC?
January '07
How did you find out about this site?
Club member
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Great group of guys, diverse turnings, great input, great resource.
Always my first stop of the day.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 3520B, Jet mini

Bob Hallowell

09-16-2007, 11:23 AM

When did you join SMC?

About year and ahalf ago
How did you find out about this site?
Search engine looking for handtools
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The Sharing and the community
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
It's a frankenlathe that started life as a delta prototype
What is your lathe's capacity?
16"x50" inboard and 23" outboardBob

Bobby McCarley

09-16-2007, 5:04 PM

When did you join SMC? Jan. 2004

How did you find out about this site? Doing a search looking for turning sites

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The fellowship and knowledge base of the members

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have two lathes. Started out on a Jet mini that I take with me when we go camping and the other is a Powermatic 3520

What is your lathe's capacity?
Jet: 10-14
Powermatic: 20-35

Andy Hoyt

09-16-2007, 11:34 PM

What the heck

When did you join SMC? Aug 2005

How did you find out about this site? Got invited to join WOW, that led to something called the AAW, and that led me here.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Yous guys

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Its a 2005 Mayo 1640

What is your lathe's capacity? 16" inboard and 24" outboard. But if I do as Curt suggests (hitch the tailstock to my neighbors D8 Cat and fill its tank with Moxie) there's just no telling how badly hurt I could get.

Here's a self portrait taken just this afternoon. I tell ya - focusing a camera with a faceshield on aint easy.

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Bill Blasic

09-17-2007, 9:19 AM

When did you join SMC? - 11-2006
How did you find out about this site? - From another site
What do you enjoy most about SMC? - All the give and take
What is the make model and year of your lathe? - Nova DVR3000 2004
What is your lathe's capacity - 16-44
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/E:img_4957%28Medium%29

Dennis Ford

09-21-2007, 7:17 PM

When did you join SMC?
August 2007
How did you find out about this site?
Internet surfing
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Pictures of people's work
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Home-made this year ("finished" in June)
What is your lathe's capacity?
22" diameter X 30" length

Bill Stevener

09-22-2007, 3:46 PM

When did you join SMC ?
June of 2005 ;)
How did you find out about this sight ?
Got lucky :)
What do you enjoy most about SMC ?
All of the wonderful show & tell. Most of all, the majority of folks that don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe ?
My design (home turned) DVR ("Dedicated Variable Revolutions") 2005
What is your lathes capacity ?
Can be found hear: http://img235.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=web001f7ep.jpg

Best I can do for a photo:
http://i102.photobucket.com/albums/m109/nicebill/wef-008f.jpg

Mike A. Smith

09-22-2007, 4:32 PM

Why not?

When did you join SMC ?
May 2007
How did you find out about this sight ?
Stumbled in here during a search
What do you enjoy most about SMC ?
Friendly folks and most of them seem to turn a bit 'off center'; felt like home.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe ?
PSI Turncrafter Pro (Ketchup right now, but when it grows up it'll probably be mustard)
What is your lathes capacity ?
10" swing, 40 between centers with the extension.

Don't worry about the left hand in the pic (the lathe isn't running!)

Shane Whitlock

09-22-2007, 5:49 PM

When did you join SMC?

March 2007.
How did you find out about this site?

From another Creeker.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The members and viewing their work. Reading all the posts.
What is the make, model and year of your lathes?

1936 Walker Turner LS540 Lathe (Restored)
2007 Jet 1642 EVS 1.5 hp
What is your lathe's capacity?

Walker Turner - 7" by 32"
Jet - 16" by 42"
Just spent 4 hours cleaning the shop for this pic. (also shown in the picture: an 1800's wooden scroll saw, a 1950's Craftsman #103.22161 8" table saw, and a 1931 Delta #785 10" band saw. All completely restored)
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Jim Becker

09-24-2007, 8:37 PM

When did you join SMC?
March 2003

How did you find out about this site?
I don't remember...probably a post somewhere else...

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The community
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Stubby 740 received 4 February 2004

What is your lathe's capacity?
16" inboard over the ways
30" inboard with the ways pulled back
2hp VS with built-in vacuum adapter in the spindle72459

John Taylor

09-25-2007, 5:27 PM

When did you join SMC?
March 2006
How did you find out about this site?
Not sure probably a search engine or a mention on another site.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
All of it, and finding out about how things are done on the other side of the pond. ;) :D
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Hegner HDB 200 XL & Perform CCSL
What is your lathe's capacity?
Hegner 16" inboard, 30" outboard 42" between centres
Perform 10" swing, between centres 17" or with extension bed fitted 43"

http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/jptaylor_photos/th_IMAG0377.jpg (http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/jptaylor_photos/IMAG0377.jpg) http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/jptaylor_photos/th_IMAG0380.jpg (http://i73.photobucket.com/albums/i237/jptaylor_photos/IMAG0380.jpg)

Mike Peace

09-27-2007, 12:05 AM

When did you join SMC? Dec 2005
How did you find out about this site? Surfing the Web looking for woodworking information
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The valuable information freely given by others with more experience. Now that I have fallen into the Vortex, I enjoy seeing others turning projects.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Jet Mini 1014 purchased used in May 2007 Jan 2008 I just got my PM3520b.
What is your lathe's capacity? The PM3520b has a 20" swing and 35" between centers. The Jet mini has 10" x 36" with the bed extension. I guess its owner's inexperience is the limiting factor.

Tom Sherman

09-29-2007, 8:50 PM

Well I finally got a 'round 2it' so here's my contribution. I have discovered that I still possess the capability to blow a bowl all to ^&*(, haven't found all the parts yet. I was working with some green (fell out of a white oak in my front yard last Sunday) wood had it going decent just smoothing it out a bit and blooey parts went every where. Just to ease my frazzeled nerves I put a piece of cherry on and made a small box. Its not complete yet I have to make the lid probably out of dunnowood the cherry piece was to small. Nuff about that on with the show.

When did you join SMC? 05 18 2006

How did you find out about this site? Found a link came here and just wont leave.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The camaraderie, the sharing of knowledge and misery, and most of all the insanity.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Jet 1442
What is your lathe's capacity? 14" x 42"

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Jason Christenson

10-01-2007, 2:36 PM

<--- I can't seem to get rid of that dot! :mad:

When did you join SMC?
I joined in March of 2005.

How did you first find out about this site?
I read about it in an email magazine. I think it was called the Woodworker's Ezine or something like that.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
I like SMC because whenever I have a question, no matter how stupid, or how many times it has been asked before, I can always get an answer, usually pretty quickly. I also love seeing what everyone else is working on.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
My lathe is an old Rockwell/Delta, I don't know the model or year. It used to belong to my wifes grandfather, when he moved into an apartment I got it and most of the other equipment from his shop. You can see the whole thing here (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j5tABY4q5gA), keep in mind, the video was shot over a year ago when we first moved in, the shop is a lot messier now!

What is your lathes capacity?
It has a 12" swing and I believe it is 36" long. It can be set up to turn outboard but I haven't tried that yet.

Paul Girouard

10-07-2007, 6:39 PM

When did you join SMC?

Today 07 Oct. 2007.

How did you find out about this site?
Stumbled on it looking for something else woodworkering related.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?I'm not sure I've been here long enought to know:D

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?Record / Coronet

CLC3 / 48"

1993

What is your lathe's capacity?12" over the bed.

48" lenght.

30" outboard turning , swivel head .

5 Speeds.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b299/PEG688/feb51.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b299/PEG688/steadyrestonlathe.jpg

Dean Thomas

10-09-2007, 12:29 AM

When did you join SMC?

Joined in July of 07, lurked for a year prior

How did you find out about this site?
Recommended by a friend, but found it via Freedom Pen Project
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Good mix of skill levels, lots of opinions shared freely without flaming or whining. Almost like there should be a sign on the front page that opinions and thoughts are welcome, that "we play nice". :D
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Jet 1236, purchased sort of used (returned for upgrade after 3 weeks of gentle use) in 2006
Carba-Tec mini (old black body model), in my possession since 1994, probably 10 or more years older than that
Shopsmith, 1992, but had a clone purchased in 1984 or so until 2005
What is your lathe's capacity?
Jet is 12 over bed
Carba-Tec is 10 over bed, but better with smaller
Shopsmith says it'll take up to 16", but I'll borrow my buddy's Jet or PM for stuff that size, thank you very much!Shopsmith was used for a lot of years for turning as well as everything else. Hasn't been turning much since the Jet came to live. Works pretty well with new bearings on the quill. Very, very little run out, but still doesn't have the heft and balance of even the 1236 Jet. Even using 80 pounds of sand it's not as good as the Jet.

Arthur Ransom

10-10-2007, 2:52 PM

When did you join SMC?

yesterdayHow did you find out about this site?
crusing web
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 3529A
20" by 10'
DIT CNC indexer
24" by 10'
web site
www.turningaround.org

Matt Hutchinson

10-11-2007, 10:10 PM

When did you join SMC?
Yesterday, October 10, 2007
How did you find out about this site?
Just ran across it when doing turning browsing and searching
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Don't know yet, but it sure is fun to see other people's lathes.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
It's a patternmaker's lathe made by Rollstone Machine Works, Fitchburg, MA, probably in the 1880s. They went out of business around 1890.
What is your lathe's capacity?
24" swing with about 6.5 feet between centers.

I am currently in the process of purchasing another lathe, an Oliver. It was designed for metal spinning, but it will be great for wood too. Hopefully I can post its picture in the near future.

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Marc Martindale

10-27-2007, 10:45 PM

When did you join SMC?
January 2007, after lurking for a couple months.
How did you find out about this site?
Searching the web for turning info.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
All the nice people. I've learned probably 90% of what I know about turning right here on SMC. I usually find the answers to my questions with a quick search, otherwise helpful people answer within minutes.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Nova 16-24/44 bought in 2007, Jet Mini(non-variable)bought in 2006
What is your lathe's capacity?
16" swing and 24" between centers (10"x14" on the Jet mini).

Walt Nollan

12-15-2007, 2:50 PM

When did you join SMC?

Yeserday!
How did you find out about this site?
Just surfing.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Looks like a great site for all kinds of info.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
My lathe is 1986 Sears Craftsman, its old but still works great!
What is your lathe's capacity?
It will handle 12"x36".

david blowers

12-18-2007, 10:38 PM

When did you join SMC?
I joined SMC about a year ago when I first started buying some older machinery and wanting to learn as much as I could about it.
How did you find out about this site?
Surfing the net looking for parts.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The best thing to me about this site is the comprehensive knowledge base of the members. It doesn't matter what your question or problem is; somebody here knows the answer. Everyone here appreciates photo's of each other's work and has words of encouragement.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic, model 45, 1962
Delta, 45-715, 2005
What is your lathe's capacity?
The PMatic has a capacity of 16" over gap, 14" over ways, and 40" between centers.
The Delta is 14" over the bed and 40" point to point - and will be for sale in a week or so.

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keith zimmerman

12-19-2007, 6:40 PM

*When did you join SMC?
April 2003, right after the End-o-Pond weekend

* How did you find out about this site?
I first heard of it from Ken Salsbury at the End-o-Pond weekend

* What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
seeing other peoples work

* What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Jet 1014 VS, purchased new in January 2004 (link to photo below)

* What is your lathe's capacity?
10" swing, 14" bed

keith
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=6386

Ben Gastfriend

12-22-2007, 1:48 PM

When did you join SMC?
I guess it was around August of 2007, after I bought my lathe.
How did you find out about this site?
I believe I was exploring the "other forum..." you know... over there, which led my to the Freedom Pens Project, which led me here.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
All the friendly, experienced people that have great advice for an inexperienced novice. Also, the fact that I can ask a question and have an answer within a half hour is pretty good!
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
It is a el-cheapo PSI Turncrafter Plus Variable Speed. (A couple years, a couple thousand dollars, and a couple more square feet later, she might become a PM 3520 or a JET 1642.)
What is your lathe's capacity?
Specifications:
• Motor: 1/4HP 750-3200 RPM
• Headstock: 3/4" x 16tpi w/ #1MT
• Construction: Cast Iron
• Wt: Portable at 43lbs
• Overall size: 25-1/2"L x 5"W x 12"H
• Swing over bed: 7-1/2 "
• 12-1/2" between centers
Many Extras! Purchase includes:
• 4-1/2" and 7" Toolrests
• 2" Faceplate
• #1MT Spur Center
• Live Tailstock Center
• Knockout Bar and Wrench

I just copied and pasted that. The swing is a little less if you want to position the toolrest underneath your work for roughing out a bowl blank, and (Warning- rant) the 7" toolrest broke. Yes... steel, cracked in half.

Here she is...

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sascha gast

12-26-2007, 1:33 PM

Kurt Aebi

12-28-2007, 6:43 PM

When did you join SMC?
October 2003

How did you find out about this site?
Posts on another woodworking forum site.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The people - I consider them all friends and really enjoy the serious and not so serious responses to our questions - frindly banter, but very helpful along with all the fun!

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have 3.
A Turncraft (Penn State Industries) mini lathe 8" x 20" (2003)
A Harbor Frieght 12" x 36" Jet knock-off (2005)
A Sears/Dunlap 10" x 36" antique lathe (1950)

What is your lathe's capacity?
See above question.

I got started turning due to guys on here like, Ken Salisbury & the Freedom Pen Project. this has been one of my favorite places to hang out and talk turning and all woodworking as well.

I don't have a picture of my lathes on this computer, so I will have to transfer some over and then I'll edit this post and show them off.

Sears Dunlap can be seen here http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=19039

harbor Freight can be seen here
http://www.sawmillcreek.org/showthread.php?t=17220

jim tracy

01-20-2008, 5:14 PM

When did you join SMC?

August 2007.

How did you find out about this site? Web search.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?Very useful information, very friendly (for the most part) forum group.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?Oneway 1224, made for me in 2007.

What is your lathe's capacity?12.5 inch swing and 24 inches between the center's. 1 hp and just fit's in my 8 X 9 foot workshop.......

Here you go:

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Rasmus Petersen

02-04-2008, 2:50 AM

When did you join SMC?
Dont know when been reading for a while but fall 2007 i think

How did you find out about this site?Surfing.. do that a lot as i work with computer for a living
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?the great wealth of information
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?MC1100 made 2007 China model
What is your lathe's capacity?no idea i has 1 hp motor variable speed 500-2000 swiwl head 108 cm between centers. she i not a precision tool like a pm or a jet or oneway But my my she is cheap and a GREAT starting lathe. the step up from this on would i dk be jet 1642 or a danish build brand PROMAT. but the jet is around 6 times more expensive, and getteing the hand build PROMAT would cost around 35000 dk... so not yet but will get there one day...

have no pic of myself but a few of the blue bastard...

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Raymond Overman

02-05-2008, 1:40 PM

When did you join SMC?

March 2005

How did you find out about this site?
Internet browsing

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
A good regular group of guys and gals that are interested in turning.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
2007 Jet 1642

What is your lathe's capacity?
16" swing / 42" spindle

Glenn Clabo

02-05-2008, 2:23 PM

When did you join SMC?

Feb ot 3

How did you find out about this site?
Followed the leader

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Andy Hoyt's escapades

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Mayo...Janine...ya never ask a lady that one

What is your lathe's capacity?
About 230 lbs.80879

Ok folks...this is just to see if Andy is really alive and not one of those automatic reply computers.

Andy Hoyt

02-06-2008, 1:01 AM

I'm here ya old bubblehead. And git yer butt off Janine.

Well, if you can drag pics up from the depths of obscurity, so can I.

The first one is one of Mr. Clabo furiously turning the only thing he's ever turned; and the second one needs no explanation, except to Janine.

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Martin Harris

02-10-2008, 2:06 PM

When did you join SMC? December, 2007
How did you find out about this site? Best thing since sliced bread
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Seeing other's work plus unlimited FREE support and expertise
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? 2007 Jet Mini
What is your lathe's capacity? 10 14

Jim Meier

02-25-2008, 12:46 AM

When did you join SMC?January 2008
How did you find out about this site?
Googling turning projects
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
everyone behaves as an adult and is supportive of eachother
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Record 300c, I dont know when it was made, I bought it used
What is your lathe's capacity?
8"x12"

sorry, I'm not in the pic, this is all I've got for now...

Jack Mincey

02-25-2008, 9:48 AM

When did you join SMC?

Feb. 2008
How did you find out about this site?
Link from another forum
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Members knowledge
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Oneway 1640/ 2007
What is your lathe's capacity?
16" inboard/ 24" outboardI am not finished with my home shop yet. Second picture has my five year old son in it. Hope he loves to turn as much as I do some day.
http://usera.imagecave.com/flyrod444/100_0625-copy.jpg
http://usera.imagecave.com/flyrod444/100_0627-copy.jpg

dave barnhart

02-26-2008, 5:07 AM

When did you join SMC? - early last year.
How did you find out about this site? General search on turning.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? All the people with great advice and some humor (ok that might be stretching it).
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Iraq - Grizzly "hobby lathe" powered with Dewalt 18v drill.
Home - Shopsmith V
- Atlass 618 machinist lathe
What is your lathe's capacity?
Grizzly - 6" throw about 18-20 bed
Shopsmith - 16"+ throw 40"+ bed
Atlass - 6" throw 18" bed

I'll post pics of my 'home' lathes when I return. Oh, that isn't me by the lathe. It is my Corpman, who I was guiding in the creation of a drum stick.

Scott Lux

02-27-2008, 3:50 PM

When did you join SMC?

Feb 2008

How did you find out about this site?
Link from another site

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Lots of knowledge sharing and honest critiques

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
2006 Wilton 99177

What is your lathe's capacity?
7.5" X 12.5"
I started turning October 2005 making a pen for LOML out of a very special (to us) tree. Since I didn't have a lathe, I used a drill press, rasps, and a LOT of sandpaper. I enjoyed it, and made a few more. In March 2007, I bought my little lathe and have turned a lot of stuff since.

curtis rosche

03-12-2008, 7:45 PM

here is the lathes that i use at school

When did you join SMC?

2 months ago
How did you find out about this site?google

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
What is your lathe's capacity?SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL 260VDR-M2

Swing-over Bed Capacity
Swing-over gap Capacity
Max. Distance Between Centers
Max. Distance with 60" Extension (Optional)
Floor to Spindle Center
Nose-inboard (R.H. Thread)
Nose-outboard (L.H. Thread)
Spindle Bore
Headstock / Tailstock taper
Tailstock Spindle Travel
Turning Speeds (4)
RPM
Minimum Operating RPM
Motor
Weight
12" (304.8 mm)
16 1/2" (419 mm)
38" (965.2 mm)
98" (2489 mm)
41" (1041.4 mm)
1 1/4"-8 (31.7 mm)
1 1/8"-8 (28.5 mm)
5/8" (16 mm)
Morse no. 2
2" (50.8 mm)
Variable / Reversible
0 to 3000
150 RPM
2 HP, 230 V, 1 Ph
544 lbs (247 kg)
SPECIFICATIONS

MODEL 26020VDR-M2

Swing-over Bed Capacity
Swing-over gap Capacity
Max. Distance Between Centers
Max. Distance with 60" Extension (Optional)
Floor to Spindle Center
Nose-inboard (R.H. Thread)
Nose-outboard (L.H. Thread)
Spindle Bore
Headstock / Tailstock taper
Tailstock Spindle Travel
Turning Speeds (4)
RPM
Minimum Operating RPM
Overall Dimensions
(L x W x H)
Motor
Weight
20" (508 mm)
24 1/2" (622.3 mm)
38" (965.2 mm)
98" (2489 mm)
45" (1143 mm)
1 1/4"-8 (31.7 mm)
1 1/8"-8 (28.5 mm)
5/8" (16 mm)
Morse no. 2
2" (50.8 mm)
Variable / Reversible
0 to 3000
150 RPM
60" x 21 1/2" x 49"
(1524 x 546 x 1245 mm)
2 HP, 230 V, 1 Ph
562 lbs (255 kg)

Rick Huelsbeck

03-15-2008, 4:40 PM

When did you join SMC?
May 2007
How did you find out about this site?
Google search for used Dust Collector, found one locally on here
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The sharing of Knowledge and the friendly people
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Jet 1236 bought in 2007, also found on this site
What is your lathe's capacity?
12" inboard, 16.5" outboard, 36" spindle

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Earl Shackelford

04-13-2008, 12:00 AM

When did you join SMC?

It was back in Feb or March of 2006.

How did you find out about this site?

I found it when I was looking for Freedom Pens Information.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

Ability to learn from others and share.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

I recently upgraded from my Jet mini to my current Jet 1442, in 2007.

What is your lathe's capacity?
14" X 42"

Mike Minto

07-13-2008, 7:26 PM

When did you join SMC? March 2008
How did you find out about this site? Google
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The varied opinions based on experience with the craft
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Teknatool Nova 1624-44, bought late 2007
What is your lathe's capacity? 16" over the bed, 29" with the outrigger

Glenmore Henry

08-14-2008, 2:55 PM

Hello everyone. This is me sitting at my lathe during my own little pen drive. Did 220 slime line kits for my local National Guard. Really a satifying feeling and accomplishment. :D

Hal Taft

10-13-2008, 4:01 PM

When did you join SMC?Yesterday, Oct 12, '08 .
How did you find out about this site? Surfing for lathe information.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Wide range of subject matter, large group of participants, therefore lots of perspectives.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? I have a 1972 Oliver #159 motorhead on a 1928 #51-A bed. I also have two Goodell-Pratt bench lathes, a #494, and a #125 (not shown)
What is your lathe's capacity? Oliver ; 12"x36" inboard, whatever you're foolish enough to try outboard. GP #494, 7"x18". GP #125, 7"x12".

Jeff Nicol

10-21-2008, 3:14 PM

When did you join SMC?
Just a few days ago!
How did you find out about this site?
Web search and a friend is a member.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
I like to see what others are making and the possibility of learning a few new tricks or maybe offering help to someone else on the site.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have 3, #1 is a inexpensive Chinese casting bought at a local dicount tool store, #2 is a POWERMATIC 3420B, #3 is a new STEEL CITY mini lathe
What is your lathe's capacity?
From 10" to 20" over bed and if I move the headstock to the end of the POWERMATIC 30" plus. Not brave enough for a big turning yet!

keith zimmerman

11-17-2008, 6:37 PM

*When did you join SMC?
Feb 2003
* How did you find out about this site?
Joined after Badger Pond went bye-bye
* What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Seeing other's pieces
* What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Jet Mini VS, purchased in 2003
* What is your lathe's capacity?
10" swing, 14" bed

Paul Atkins

11-21-2008, 3:14 AM

When did you join SMC?
Jan. 08
How did you find out about this site?
web surfing for wood related things
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Getting and giving information,quips, and seeing so much enthusiasm.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
2 Delta 1460's 1954 - 1 Delta Homecraft
1 Powermatic 90 1970's
1 American Sawmill Machinery 1920's
1 Logan engine lathe
1 Homemade faceplate lathe
What is your lathe's capacity?
Delta's 12x36
PM90 12x36 - 18 OD at gap
Logan 10x22
Bowl lathe 32" diameter

Moshe Eshel

12-08-2008, 3:59 AM

When did you join SMC?
Feb, 2007 - it says so in my profile at least, feels like longer (I'm not an active poster but I do read a lot).

How did you find out about this site?
It's all over the 'Net', you can't miss it :-) Actually I'm unclear about what took me so long, but then I'm only turning since around 2006.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The great atmosphere of people with a genuine will to help.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
JET 1014 (Manual) - my first lathe and then bought:
JET 1642 EVS PRO - 2 (they really managed to confuse with that) I have had it for about a year now (bought it Christmas 2007).

What is your lathe's capacity?
10" above bed, 14" between centers
16" above bed (head stock slides to end of bed to provide extra outboard turning capacity), 42" between centers

Alan Trout

12-17-2008, 9:07 PM

When did you join SMC?
I joined SMC in September 2006

How did you find out about this site?
I did a Google search for woodworking sites.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The informative nature of the site and the encouragement from fellow members.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I just acquired a Nova DVR XP with a custom built and designed heavy duty stand done by myself. I also have a PSI variable speed mini that serves as the pen lathe now.

What is your lathe's capacity?
The DVR is 16" swing over the bed and 29" over the outrigger. 24" between centers and with the swing away bed in place close to 46". The PSI mini is 10" over the bed and 18" between centers.

David Eppler

12-25-2008, 9:52 PM

When did you join SMC?

While have been reading the site for most of 2008, I became a contributor in Nov 2008
How did you find out about this site?

Result of a Google search
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

Free and open exchange of ideas in a very encouraging environment
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

2008 Jet 1642
What is your lathe's capacity?

16 x 42. The headstock can also go to the end for outboard turning too.

I bought a Fisch mini lathe about 5 years ago and had not done anything on it for 4 years. In Oct '07 I found a turning club and brought the lathe out and started turning. I upgraded to the Jet after only about 9 months of turning.

David

Joseph Barnes

01-06-2009, 8:31 PM

When did you join SMC?
December 2008, I'm new as a member but have been browsing threads for years for info.
How did you find out about this site?
Google. Same way most people find stuff.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The width and depth of the knowledge base. Someone should start a post to add up the number of years of experience that they can get to post on one thread. I'm going to make the first shot in the dark at 4,347 years.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
A Joe Barnes design special, Model #2, 2006
What is your lathe's capacity?
23 7/8" I was a little off when I built the head stock. It's 8" structural steel, 300 lbs concrete, 425 lbs steel, and 110 lb lead. I'm underpowered at 3/4hp but atleast it's variable DC and I have cored 16" bowls on it.

Chris Huybregts

01-07-2009, 9:09 AM

When did you join SMC?
The very last day of 2008
How did you find out about this site?
Senior Google is a knowledgable man :)
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
So far, the supportive nature of the people, the knowledge that they willingly share, and the fact that at any point in time, the little ticker by the woodturning forum link says at least 40 people are currently "viewing!"
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Jet 1014I, 2008
What is your lathe's capacity?
10x14. My goal for right now is little trinkets. ie. pens, bottle stoppers, etc.

kenneth walker

01-07-2009, 12:49 PM

When did you join SMC?
Nov-08
How did you find out about this site?
Looking on the net for a Wood Lathe and came across this site.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Everyone is so nice and helpfull here and i have learned alot.Thank you.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Turncrafter from PSI
What is your lathe's capacity? 10'' OD X 42'' long

Steve Hajewski

01-08-2009, 9:52 PM

When did you join SMC?
10 minutes ago. (Jan 8, 09)
How did you find out about this site?
Googling for info on my "new" old lathe.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
It looks like there is a great knowledge base here. I want to learn how to make stuff without getting hurt (again).

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Rockwell/delta model 46B (I think), approx 1947. I am told that I am the first person to use it in about 40 years. My grandfather bought it used in the 60's and dad tells me that he does not think grandpa ever used it. I was given the machine and all of the assorted accessories, chisels etc. Some of which I am still trying to identify.

What is your lathe's capacity?
Not sure, but it's probably bigger than I need!

Randy Hoch

01-10-2009, 12:16 AM

When did you join SMC? One year ago.
How did you find out about this site? google-surfing!
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? I get all kinds of great advice, which is especially important as I don't live near a club or have a mentor.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Powermatic 3520B, 4 mos. old.
What is your lathe's capacity? 35" between centers, 20" swing, plus the 18" bed extension

Scott Conners

01-10-2009, 1:50 AM

When did you join SMC?

May 08

How did you find out about this site?

Google!

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The huge knowledge resource, nearly every questions gets a useful response

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

Jet 1014I with extension for 40" length, bought in early 08

What is your lathe's capacity?

10" swing, 40" between centers

Sean Troy

01-15-2009, 3:30 PM

When did you join SMC?

09/12/2006
How did you find out about this site?
I saw it mentioned on WC
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Questions are answered quickly and with care
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 4224 2006
What is your lathe's capacity?
24" inboard

alex carey

01-25-2009, 4:40 AM

When did you join SMC?
February 28, 2008

How did you find out about this site?
Surfing the web. It might have been while I was looking to buy my first lathe, perhaps after that I don't remember.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The advice, the friendliness and see other peoples work, its very inspiring. Makes me want to do better.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 3520B 2008

What is your lathe's capacity?
20" inboard 38" outboard over the 18" extension bed. I only just got it so I haven't tested it to it's limitations, but don't worry I will.

Andrew Derhammer

02-16-2009, 5:13 PM

When did you join SMC?

Not Sure Look up and to the right

How did you find out about this site?

The google machine

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

The hospitality of the members

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

Nova 1624, circa 2008

What is your lathe's capacity?

16 inch diameter, 24 inch length

http://photos-a.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs012.snc1/2171_2539433687600365576_7612_n.jpg

Lionel Mercier

02-20-2009, 1:02 PM

When did you join SMC?
Just now, feb 2009
How did you find out about this site?
Google search about turning, I don't remember
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? 110719
Seems a lot of good folks and a wide range of subjects
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
a Rockwell 11/14 purchased in 1983. I've customised the stand with a fixed outrigger.
Seldom used it (for spinning wheel and lamp stand pedestal)
What is your lathe's capacity?

Tony Greenway

03-08-2009, 8:56 PM

When did you join SMC? March of 2008

How did you find out about this site? surfing for turning info

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? all the people from everywhere coming together as one big family. I've made some good friends on SMC.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Vega 2600, bought in 2008

What is your lathe's capacity? 26"

Steve Frederick

03-20-2009, 10:51 PM

http://www.limbwoodstudio.com/images/image_79When did you join SMC?
Today

How did you find out about this site?
A link from another site

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The broad array of knowledge and experience.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Lathe #1 is home-made from a section of I-beam, swings over 30". It has a step pulley drive and a 2-hp motor.
http://www.limbwoodstudio.com/images/turning_89.jpg

Lathe #2 is a Jet 1220VS. I like it a lot, and use it the most lately. I'm thinking that I'll outgrow it soon, since I often max it out.
http://www.limbwoodstudio.com/images/turning_008.jpg

Larry Marley

03-22-2009, 6:49 PM

When did you join SMC?
August of 2007.
How did you find out about this site?
I don't remember, but I am glad I did!
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Very friendly and supportive.
Even passionate debate is polite and constructive.
lots of valuable experience here.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 3520b.
What is your lathe's capacity?
20" over the bed, 35" between centers

Dewey Torres

03-30-2009, 6:43 AM

When did you join SMC?

Feb 2008

How did you find out about this site?

My Friend Pat Germain (http://www.sawmillcreek.org/member.php?u=18267)

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

IMO woodworkers who have an interest and knowledge of computers find this as a place where you can get a good woodworking fix without going to the shop. Like when you are at work or just have a sec. I have seen more talent here then in my years of reading magazines. I have also made some of the best friends ever!

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

Jet 1220vs (best lathe on here and technically belongs to SMC) We call it "The bomb"! or "Da Bomb"~

What is your lathe's capacity?

12 inch diameter, 24 inch length

John Fricke

04-25-2009, 4:34 PM

When did you join SMC?

Jan 13 2008
How did you find out about this site?
Search engine I suppose
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Friendliness of the members and their willingness to share info and ideas
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
PM 3520B New April 09
Jet Mini EVS ? Inherited from my father
What is your lathe's capacity?
PM 20" over the bed 36" over the Extension I think (havn't received it yet)
Jet 12"

Jim C Bradley

04-26-2009, 1:47 PM

Hi,

I joined SMC 12-09-06

My son, Glenn, introduced me to the site.

What I enjoy most is an extremely difficult question. I just seem to like the entire thing. It is fun to chat. It is great to get answers to questions and it is a pleasure to be able to provide information occasionally to people who ask questions.

My lathe is new to me---have not even stuck a piece of wood in it yet.
It is an old, in excellent condition, Delta 46-140.

Capacity 11" x 36"

I just took a two day course on woodturning and plan to sign up for the Palomar College woodturning class which starts in August. I understand that it is excellent. Until the two day class I had never used a woodlathe so I am really a newbe.

Personal: born 12-31-1925. I think I am the oldest SMC member---Now that is a horrible thought!!! Reside Oceanside, Calif.

Enjoy,

Jim

Daniel Heine

05-07-2009, 12:34 AM

When did you join SMC? 02/02/2006

How did you find out about this site? Web search

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Sharing of knowledge, seeing other peoples work, and sense of community

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? 2008 Nova 1624-44

What is your lathe's capacity? 16" inboard 20+" outboard

I like to carve, turn and occasionally fish.

Jim C Bradley

05-08-2009, 1:22 AM

I received a PM asking for a photo of my lathe and of (horrors) me.

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David Hostetler

06-02-2009, 3:16 PM

When did you join SMC?
March 2009

How did you find out about this site?
A fellow BT3Central Member is here, and linked to a thread he had here. I had to join just to view the thread. :-(. I'm glad I did though.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
This site is a LOT like BT3 Central, and I suspect a LOT of the same people are here. I can run with my Ryobi and Harbor Freight filled shop, and nobody gives me grief over it... Instead I get good advice on how to make the most of what I can afford.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Central Machinery (Harbor Freight) #34706, 2009 manufacture.

What is your lathe's capacity?
Advertised Capacity is 12x33-1/3" on the web site, in the owners manual it is 12x35", and on the carton is 12x36".

http://inlinethumb57.webshots.com/39544/2555562520103915817S600x600Q85.jpg (http://home-and-garden.webshots.com/photo/2555562520103915817nNFbmY)
My 34706, Turning tool set, face shield, etc... That pitiful practice spindle is attempt #2 at turning anything with a lathe...

Wally Dickerman

06-15-2009, 8:03 PM

Jim C Bradley

06-17-2009, 1:13 AM

Hey Wally,

Thanks for the lift.

Enjoy,

Jim

Mauricio Ulloa

08-20-2009, 12:22 PM

Hi there!

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Here are some pics of myself in my toolshop doing some pens.

I have a Jet 1014 and a Jet 1442 that replaced my old Harbor Freight lathes. Now I have an old 12" lathe where I glue the rings of the segmented vessels. I also keep 2 Harbor Freight mini lathes, one with a copier and the other one as an spare....

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The pic in the middle is when I received my new Jet 1442 last February. Quite an event!

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This is a pic of my toolshop.

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Barry ward

09-20-2009, 12:49 AM

When did you join SMC?

Yesterday :D
How did you find out about this site?
From anther site
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
To soon to tell (sorry)
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
NOVA 1624-44
What is your lathe's capacity?
16" over the bed,but I have turned 18"blanks when turned to the side,I guess with a headstock support stand I could go bigger,but don't think I will try it,YET. :rolleyes:
http://www.woodturnersresource.com/featured%20member/2009/ward/me.jpg
I just thank the good Lord almighty for giving me the health and oportunity to be able to do something that I enjoy.
God Bless All
Ken

John McCaskill

10-19-2009, 9:04 PM

When did you join SMC?

02-02-2009

How did you find out about this site?

Web Search

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

Learing about turning!

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? What is your lathe's capacity?

Oct 2009 Nova DVR XP, 16 X 24 (Just got it!)

2004? Delta Midi 7 X 10

Just got the Nova last week, built the stand this week. 6 bags of sand as ballast. Face frame and drawers to be built yet.
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Walt Bennett

01-18-2010, 10:31 AM

When did you join SMC?
A few days ago

How did you find out about this site?

Stumbled across it

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Don't know yet

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Stubby 750 w/2" risers on headstock (6 yrs old), Delta 46-460 (2 yrs old), Jet VS mini (4 yrs old)

What is your lathe's capacity?
S750 - 34" swing x 38", Delta - 12+", Jet - 10"

I added the riser blocks to my Stubby to allow me to turn larger ovals as I make hat blocks for my milliner wife and for sale (very niche market!) with a Vicmarc VOD.

Darin Kauffman

02-16-2010, 8:05 PM

When did you join SMC?: Jan-2010
How did you find out about this site? : Research into turning wood.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?: The wide variety of people posting here (novices~master craftsmen).
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?: Teknatool Nova DVR XP 2009 with bed extension.
What is your lathe's capacity?: 16" swing with supposedly an infinite length between centers. 29" capacity if turning to the side.

James Combs

02-22-2010, 7:35 PM

When did you join SMC?
12-17-2009
How did you find out about this site?
Search engine found a post on a subject I was researching.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The camaraderie, honest critiques, and the great “how to” information
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
It is a Grizzly G0658VS Midi Lathe about 6-7 months old
What is your lathe's capacity?
It is a ¾ HP Variable Speed with a 12” swing, 20” centers, 3 variable speed ranges 300-1000, 600-2000, 1200-4000 RPM, and outboard turning capability.

I've included a photo of my dust collection manifold.

Douglas Quetin

03-20-2010, 1:54 PM

When did you join SMC?
-- About 3 months ago.
How did you find out about this site?
-- Surfing
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
-- Reading how others have solved problems that I'm having.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
-- 2009 Powermatic 3520B
-- 2006 Jet JML-1014I
What is your lathe's capacity/Specification?
-- 20/34 Powermatic
-- 10/14 Jet

Robert Smith 1971

04-20-2010, 12:45 PM

When did you join SMC? A couple of hours ago
How did you find out about this site? Link from another site
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? Just joined so I'm still getting used to the site
What is the make, model and year of your lathe? 1963 Shopsmith
What is your lathe's capacity? More than mine currently!

Patrick Schneider

05-13-2010, 4:54 PM

When did you join SMC? I initially joined SMC on 4/18/2008.

How did you find out about this site? I was searching the Net for wood turning related sites.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? I enjoy the interchange that takes place on a wide variety of turning related topics as well as the camaraderie that is so evident in the discussions.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? My lathe is a Powermatic 3520B purchased in 2008.

What is your lathe's capacity? Up to 20" diameter facework and 35" spindle work.

Nate Davey

07-03-2010, 3:36 PM

When did you join SMC?
2 July 10
How did you find out about this site?
Doing a Google search for "Jet 1642 Lathes" and found your review.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Turncrafter Pro VS 2007
Jet 1642 EVS-1, 2010 (today)
What is your lathe's capacity?
TCP 12"x16"
Jet 16"x42"

James Boster

08-15-2010, 9:03 AM

When did you join: Jan. 2005

How did you hear of site: Internet search.

What do you enjoy about site: Lots of great ideas and knowledge from others.

Make, model, year of your lathe:
I have two:
First one is a homemade lathe that I've had for years:
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m283/woodhick/shopbuilttools005.jpg
Second lathe I got back in April this year: It is a 1927 Oliver #66.
http://i107.photobucket.com/albums/m283/woodhick/P1010252.jpg

Capacity is 16" x 48" on the homemade lathe and 30" x 96" (48" dia. x24" long in the gap) on the Oliver #66 lathe. I tore the Oliver down and cleaned repainted it all. Currently changing motor out to a 7 1/2hp with a VFD driver for infinite variable speed.

Mack Cameron

09-04-2010, 2:08 PM

When did you join SMC?
Jan. '06
How did you find out about this site?
I can't recall!
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The willingness of all members in helping with questions etc., and the once a year pen swap. Lots of fun to meet new turners.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
It's a Oneway 1224 + a 24" extension (not installed as yet) that I purchased very slightly used in Dec. '09.
What is your lathe's capacity?
As the model says 12" & 24" + ext = 48" exaggerated somewhat.
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Forgot about this one, it's a GI 25-100M1 that I use for buffing pens.
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Mike Cruz

11-12-2010, 10:34 PM

When did you join SMC?

June 2009.
How did you find out about this site?
Internet search for answers to questions.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The incredible knowlege base and friendship.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 90, 1981.
What is your lathe's capacity?
12" over the bed, 17" over the swing...for now...until I get the risers. ;)
This is Frankenlathe as she stands today. An updated pic will follow in the coming weeks.http://www.sawmillcreek.org/attachment.php?attachmentid=167036&d=1289609944

Greg Ketell

11-14-2010, 11:03 AM

When did you join SMC?

07-18-2007

How did you find out about this site?

Someone Posted a link on a different forum.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

Seeing all the marvelous creations of the other members.
The lively banter and camaraderie.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?

Jet 1014vs, Christmas 2006
Powermatic 3520, Christmas 2009
Yes, the vortex is live and well in Northern California

What is your lathe's capacity?

10 x 14

20 x 35
I Love Wilton naming conventions as opposed to the Delta random numbering.

Richard Allen

11-14-2010, 4:06 PM

When did you join SMC? When SMC first open after Wayne close the pond.

How did you find out about this site? Cary over from the pond

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? Oneway 2436 2002

What is your lathe's capacity? 48" swing, 40+" length

Kelvin Burton

11-30-2010, 12:38 AM

When did you join SMC?
April 2010
How did you find out about this site?
I found it while Googling for some bandsaw blade advise
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The wealth of knowledge I can glean from other turners
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have a used Delta 46-701
What is your lathe's capacity?
12" x 42"

Dan Hintz

11-30-2010, 6:51 AM

When did you join SMC?
November 2007
How did you find out about this site?
I found it while Googling for laser support forums
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The willingness of others to freely share their hard-earned knowledge (and sometimes even their tools!)
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have two at the moment:

Jet JWL-1642EVS for wood
Jet BD-920W for metal

What is your lathe's capacity?

16"x42" for wood
9"x20" for metal

Lee Koepke

01-11-2011, 8:52 PM

Finally !!! Thanks Everyone!

When did you join SMC? SMC Proper, a few years ago, the Turners World, late October

How did you find out about this site? Can't really remember that far back!

What do you enjoy the most about SMC? The help from everyone, inspiration to improve, the willingness of the collective to allow me to grow and improve with honest assessments of my progress.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? RIKON Mini Lathe, 2004 I think. Bought it from a fella I met at a craft show, he gave me my first "lesson" and a few tools to get started.

What is your lathe's capacity? 12" swing, 16" bed. So far I have tested it just over 6"

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Harry Robinette

01-12-2011, 10:33 PM

When did you join SMC?05-12-10
How did you find out about this site? Lurking
What do you enjoy the most about SMC? It's just a nice group of people

What is the make, model and year of your lathe? 1 1998 General 160/converted to 18" 1 HP DC drive / 1Vega 2600 bowl lathe 26" swing 2002 or 3
serial # 225 / 4 mini lathes 3 jet 1014's 1 delta 1016 I think ,all about 6 or 7 years old / Also 3 metal lathes

What is your lathe's capacity? 18"-25"- 10"-metal 6" 7" 9" 177701177702

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Clint Baxter

01-13-2011, 6:44 AM

When did you join SMC?
December 2007
How did you find out about this site?
Internet search
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Being able to converse with like minded craftspeoples and to be able to view the creations they display here
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
2010 Nova DVR XP
What is your lathe's capacity?
16" swing

Russell Neyman

10-07-2011, 7:18 PM

When did you joint Sawmill Creek?
Six months ago.

How did you find out about this site?
Went on an Internet search trying to help my buddy resolve his Barracuda Chuck problems, and stumbled onto SMC.

What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
This is very much like my woodturners group, except on-line and I don't have to wait weeks for the next meeting. So I come here for the same reasons: Looking for inspiration, information, and resources. Sometimes I just need to "knock ideas around" as I ponder my next project or I'm facing a decision, and the feedback is usually immediate.

What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Late model Jet 1442, but I sometimes use my neighbor's Jet 1642. I like the pivoting headstock on the 1442, but the larger lathe has a slower lower end, so it's useful when I turn huge, irregular.

What is your lathe's capacity?
14" in the standard mode, but if I pivot the head I could probably turn a 36" platter. Spindle capacity is 42".

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Doug Morgan

10-07-2011, 9:36 PM

When did you join SMC?

Aug 16, 2007

How did you find out about this site?
Internet search
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
The incredible knowlege base and friendship. Especially the friendship
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
Powermatic 45 1964 VS 1HP Motor (subject to change)
What is your lathe's capacity?
12" over the bed 16" over the gap When I finish it! Its under restoration presently!

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John Spitters

02-15-2012, 5:52 PM

When did you join SMC?
According to this webbsite I joined in June of 2004, though I know that for quite a long time all I did was to lurk as my turning skills were ... well lets just say that I had none.
How did you find out about this site?
Probably found the site by googling something to do with turning.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
I think that without finding this site it would have taken me considerably longer to learn some of the asthetics of turning, with the help of others I've learned what is right or wrong about a piece, and what perhaps I should do differently to improve my work, everyone here seems to show a generous interest in helping others.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I turn on a General 260-20vs I purchased the lathe used back in 2006 ( at the time I was told it was 2 yrs old so that would make it a 2004 model I believe ) but really did not start to use it till sometime in 2007 as I didn't have it set up till then
What is your lathe's capacity?
My lathe has an inboard capacity of 20" but in 2010 I purchased the outboard attachment which gives me a capacity of 28" but I have yet to use this feature.

Roy Turbett

02-16-2012, 10:55 PM

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When did you join SMC?
I joined in April, 2011

How did you find out about this site?
I was new to woodturning and was surfing the net.
What do you enjoy the most about SMC?
Lots of good tips from good people.
What is the make, model and year of your lathe?
I have four lathes. I bought my first lathe on a whim on Ebay because it brought back memories of my junior high shop class. Its a 1980 Powermatic 90 with 12" of swing. I bought my second lathe because it was a good deal and I enjoyed restoring my first one so much I thought I'd do it again. My second lathe is a 1981 Powermatic 90 that I lifted 3" to give it 18" of swing. I originally bought my third lathe for parts but when I learned it was #68 ever built I decided to restore it. Its the 1955 Powermatic 90 shown above and has an 18" swing. My wife's lathe is a Jet mini with 10" of swing. Sometime in the future I would like to sell lathe #2 and get a mustard monster.