So I'm coming into a little extra money, about $150, and I'm thinking about buying my old Craftsman/Atlas 12-24 "101" lathe a present. I just cannot afford much, so I'm thinking about one of those Amazon or Ebay Shars (or other), all steel, no aluminum, quick change tool posts and holders.
I don't know ANYTHING about these, but would like to get the best I can for what money I have. Yes, I know where these are made.
Other than brand, can somebody tell me about sizes for my 12 inch? And maybe which is the best tightening device, wedge or piston?
I don't even know what I don't know about these things so any help would be appreciated.
I don't know ANYTHING about these, but would like to get the best I can for what money I have. Yes, I know where these are made.
Other than brand, can somebody tell me about sizes for my 12 inch? And maybe which is the best tightening device, wedge or piston?
I don't even know what I don't know about these things so any help would be appreciated.