Benchtop lathe for around $2000?
In reality, I’m probably several months away from pulling the trigger on this, but there’s no reason to not start shopping/researching now. Last time I used a metal lathe was ’77-‘78 in 8th grade shop class.
I don’t have the shop space for a large, floor mount lathe, nor do I want to buy something used without knowing much about metal lathes.
With a budget of +/-$2000, what size and features should I look for in a new benchtop lathe? Any advice on brands to avoid?
In reality, I’m probably several months away from pulling the trigger on this, but there’s no reason to not start shopping/researching now. Last time I used a metal lathe was ’77-‘78 in 8th grade shop class.
I don’t have the shop space for a large, floor mount lathe, nor do I want to buy something used without knowing much about metal lathes.
With a budget of +/-$2000, what size and features should I look for in a new benchtop lathe? Any advice on brands to avoid?