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    Here are the carbide bits. You can get them online cheaper than what I paid. $15. Each but the tool alone are $100 and up the only difference is the length the bits are the same.
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    Very nice,love the handles.I was able to buy just the shafts with Bits because I wanted to make larger handles for them.
    Been using the same Bits almost every day for maybe 8 yrs.
    Are real easy to Re-sharpen.
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    Nice. How did you buy just the shafts and bits

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    Quote Originally Posted by nicknbleeding View Post
    Nice. How did you buy just the shafts and bits
    Just told them I do not want the golf club grips.just sent the shafts and the bits.
    Carbide Woodturning Tools USA $44 & up - Things Western
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    Lol glad it worked

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    Quote Originally Posted by gooser View Post
    i saw this one with a ctool kit for around the same price .. i saw through searches that it was a good starter lathe for limited space , but i havnt touched a wood lathe in 20 yrs in woodshop ..lol...
    ive been trying to think what else i would use one for other then maybe a few shave bowls and brushes ...

    Turncrafter Commander 10" Variable Speed Wood Lathe - penmakingsupplies.com
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    Thanks for the feedback. This is one I went with. Ordered it thru Amazon Prime, (free shipping).
    Chose this one because its 3/4 hp w variable speed. Its back ordered so that leaves me time to try to find a home in my garage. Thinking of building a table with casters to keep it on.
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    Quote Originally Posted by BWP1474 View Post
    Looking to buy a lathe for myself and seeking advice. This will be a first. Budget is around $500. There are a few options at this range:

    Jet JWL 1015:Amazon.com: Jet JWL-1015 Wood Working Lathe: Home Improvement

    Nova Comet II
    Amazon.com: NOVA 46300 Comet II Variable Speed Mini Lathe 2013 Edition, 12-Inch x 16 1/2-Inch, Silver: Home Improvement

    Grizzly GO624
    Amazon.com: Grizzly G0624 Cast Iron Bench Top Wood Lathe, 10-Inch: Home Improvement


    Rikon 70-100 (currently out of stock)
    Amazon.com: RIKON 70-100 12-by-16-Inch Mini Lathe: Home Improvement

    Not planning to quit my day job but would like a unit to learn on, put out some small projects.
    From the beautiful work I see on this sight I trust your expertise and opinions.
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    My wife makes a great latte, now where did I put my glasses??
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