Popular Woodworking 2009-11 № 179, страница 32
IP RWITUREj BY KEVIN GLEN DRAK L S3* Why almost every woodworker should own a lathe and how to get started. oodworkers and woodturners tend to travel in their own circles, but a lathe is a very useful tool, even for the occasional turner, as most woodworkers tend to be. Turning takes some practice, but it's a little bit like riding a bicycle; once you get the hang of it, it stays with you forever. Full-sized lathes can take up a lot of precious shop space though, and they can be expensive. But the new mini-lathes can be stored under a bench, and at about 10 percent of the cost of a full-sized lathe, they are far more affordable. The tooling and tools will cost about 42 ■ Popular Woodworking November 2009 lead photo by al parrish; stepphotos by the author and robert w. lang |
