Recent content by Dave K

Hi Thank you for your advice. When I first started looking I saw the deal on the Axminster AC 370 And thought it looked pretty good! I even when to the Axminster showroom to have a look at it. What put me off was I was told it should not be used for more than 2 hours a week or a 100 hours a...

Hi Lots of great advice thank you to everyone that has posted! I am probably more confused than when I first asked the question. I am beginning to feel that buying a lathe is very much a personal choice. Obviously views of people that own a particular lathe are very helpful. I have always...

Thank you for the information, as I said I like the Coronet Herald! I have no experience of any lathe! I haven’t ruled anything out I really appreciate your experience of the lathe. Best Dave

Hi Thank you all for your advice, as recommended i spoke with Simon Hope today (what a nice guy!). He quite rates the Axminster, apparently it is identical to the Twister 200! I am waiting for him to come back to me with a price for the Twister! In the interest of sharing information, he advised...

Many thanks for the advice, I will look into the options you have suggested.

Hi I am looking for some advice on buying a new lathe! I am new to this forum and also new to wood turning! I have recently retired and I am looking for a new hobby! I have been keen on carpentry for many years and have a fairly well equipped workshop, I have plenty of space accommodate a lathe...