how much to spend on first lathe?

[Suffolk-Matt]

Ive caved in... wanted one for many years and after visiting a local pen maker last week I cleared some space in the shed for one.

 

How much would i need to spend to get something reasonable?

 

Space is a little tight also so a compact machine, would like to have a go at making bowls, pens etc.

 

Got so many nice bits of wood laying about im itching to have a go.

 

[Stihlben]

I've a spare lathe or two you are welcome to (FREE!) if you can collect.

I've got 4 in my workshop that I use and these others are taking up space.

Good working order with extra drive centres and faceplates.

[Suffolk-Matt]

I've a spare lathe or two you are welcome to (FREE!) if you can collect.

I've got 4 in my workshop that I use and these others are taking up space.

Good working order with extra drive centres and faceplates.

 

Wow.. wasnt expecting a reply like that

 

I would like to take you up on your kind offer, are you in a rush for the space? Might not be able to get over to you for a couple of weeks, flat out with work.

 

Top man!

[Stihlben]

If you want it, it's yours.... (Taking up space translates into dont have time/can't be ars*d to put them on eBay)

Am perfectly happy to keep it aside for you for a few weeks....

[Suffolk-Matt]

If you want it, it's yours.... (Taking up space translates into dont have time/can't be ars*d to put them on eBay)

Am perfectly happy to keep it aside for you for a few weeks....

 

100% Ben, would pop up this weekend but have my kiddies over.

 

Will be in touch soon

[Stihlben]

No worries, it's better than spending lots on a machine only to discover that you might not like wood turning... (Doubt that would happen though its very relaxing, therapeutic even)

[Farmerdowling]

This kind of unasked for generosity always makes my day! I'm looking for a price on a full load of seasoned hard wood delivered... anyone?? No? Ah well

 

[Suffolk-Matt]

This kind of unasked for generosity always makes my day! I'm looking for a price on a full load of seasoned hard wood delivered... anyone?? No? Ah well

 

 

 

Indeed. Think I shall make a donation to the Arbtalk Children's Charity.

[mendiplogs]

Indeed. Think I shall make a donation to the Arbtalk Children's Charity.

 

HI BEN well done mate on your offer to matt theres some great arb talkers on here :thumbup1:thanks jon

[Stihlben]

Who wants a small pillar drill then??? Same thing again, free to whoever wants it...