When you see those classic and customized wooden pens and think, “Wow! How did they do that?”, then you’re in luck. In this article, we will tell you everything you’ll need to create your own pen, a step-by-step guide on turning a pen on a lathe, and some tips and tricks along the way. Let’s …
Turning a Pen on a Lathe Machine: How to Turn a Wooden Pen Read More »
If there’s one machine you need in your workbench, it’s a metal lathe. Whether you’re just starting out as a hobbyist or you plan to create a business in metal crafting, using a lathe is a great way to start. In this article, I’ll walk you through what a mini metal lathe is and how …
Yes, I know that wood lathes are strictly for wood, and metal lathes are strictly for metal. But if you just want to add a bit of metal flair to your woodworking projects, it should be fine to turn a softer metal like brass, right? I’ll be covering whether or not you can turn brass …
Turning Brass on a Wood Lathe – A Complete Tutorial Read More »
A lathe is extremely useful when it comes to wood turning and working. It’s even called the mother of machine tools, as it helps cut, deform, and shape metals and wood, among others. With this, it is essential to search for a durable lathe that is smooth for both beginner and pro woodworkers. In my …
Excelsior Mini Lathe Review – Is This the Machine for You? Read More »
Many are confused about the differences between the live and dead centers of the lathe machine. These allow you to secure your work-piece to your machine for woodturning, metalworking, etc. However, to give you a brief distinction, the dead center is just a stationary point, while the live center lathe has a rotating end. The …
Lathe Dead Center vs Live Center – Differences Explained! Read More »