One of the most common lathe accessories is the lathe chuck. A lathe chuck is a device that holds and secures a workpiece (wood or metal) on a lathe. It attaches to the lathe spindle and holds the rotating workpiece as you cut or shape it. Now that we have established what a lathe chuck […]
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Here are five popular items our readers are adding to their metal shop. These are especially great items for anyone new to metal turning.
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Turning a pen is my favorite beginner project. It’s also one of my favorite go-to gift ideas to turn. Pens are usually turned out of wood or resin. This post focuses on wood. Turn a pen out of wood for yourself or as a unique gift for someone else. Every time I have given a hand-crafted pen, the recipient has been in awe. And a pen is something that will get used every day!
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Do you enjoy handmade cocktails? Or know someone who does? Make a muddler for your bar or as a gift for someone else.
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So you’re looking for a wood lathe stand? Are you tired of searching and opening a bunch of tabs and reading all the reviews to find the best one? What if you could just be shown a short list and summary of the best lathe stands?
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