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lathe recommendations

mick the pen

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Hi all I'm thinking of turning some pepper mills but my current lathe is not up to the job, as you know I haven't got enough room for a big lathe any recommendations for a good bench top lathe regards mick
 

Terry

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Hi all I'm thinking of turning some pepper mills but my current lathe is not up to the job, as you know I haven't got enough room for a big lathe any recommendations for a good bench top lathe regards mick

See Jim as he has a brand new Axminster for sale and it is a benchtop. A cracking lathe!!!!
 

Jim

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It is an excellent Lathe Mick, still spick and span ... I hope it is of interest to you and of course within your budget ... :thumbs:
 

paulm

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and you can get an extension for the lathe if you needed it. I have one the same as this and its a great little machine. Worth every penny
 
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