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So I believe I have narrowed it down to two (I do and will keep an open mind to suggestions) although I will like to stay away from any used machinery for the benefits of producing chips as soon as the machine is positioned and turned on looking forward to learning to machine small prototype odds and ends not to becoming a machine restoration specialist. having said that the two I am looking at are:
SMITHY MI-1440L 14" X 40" Heavy-Duty Bench Metal Lathe
2 HP (110/220 Volt) - 2" Spindle Bore - Precision ($5,228.00 delivered to driveway)
or
Jet 321236 GHB-1236 12"X36" Geared Head Bench Lathe
2 HP 230 Volt - 2" Spindle Bore 1.575" ($5,399.00 delivered to driveway)
Besides the obvious size differences and spindle bores, Can anyone weigh in on which of the two is a better buy when it comes to quality?
If they are similar I will probably opt for the Smithy since it comes with several extras included, but if the quality is far better on a Jet well I would sacrifice the size limitations for a longer lasting lathe. For now the largest item I see myself attempting is perhaps making a few custom wheel spacers for some diesel trucks. I am looking to learn this hobby as I near retirement something to keep me busy.
SMITHY MI-1440L 14" X 40" Heavy-Duty Bench Metal Lathe
2 HP (110/220 Volt) - 2" Spindle Bore - Precision ($5,228.00 delivered to driveway)
or
Jet 321236 GHB-1236 12"X36" Geared Head Bench Lathe
2 HP 230 Volt - 2" Spindle Bore 1.575" ($5,399.00 delivered to driveway)
Besides the obvious size differences and spindle bores, Can anyone weigh in on which of the two is a better buy when it comes to quality?
If they are similar I will probably opt for the Smithy since it comes with several extras included, but if the quality is far better on a Jet well I would sacrifice the size limitations for a longer lasting lathe. For now the largest item I see myself attempting is perhaps making a few custom wheel spacers for some diesel trucks. I am looking to learn this hobby as I near retirement something to keep me busy.