I am considering buying and learning to use a wood lathe.
My max budget is $300. options include:
- Lots of relatively bargain brand lathes (Harbour freight, etc..)
- some 3-5 yr old used lathes from brands like Grizzly (tabletop models)
- Some real antiques that can do big pieces and are typically cast iron - brands like Rockwell Delta, Craftsman, Warner Turner, Mongomery Ward, etc...
what do the wise, experienced members of Sawmillcreek's Turner's frum say ? where is the value ?
I kinda like the idea of an oldie but not if its gonna cost me in the quality of the work it can produce or its reliability.
What say you ?
Thanks,
Allen