I bought one when they were £60 and had a voucher so £50 spent. The advice is sound its not the most powerful of lathes but it does work. I attached mine to a double sheet of 1inch ply which makes a sold base for the lathe. Beware if you look for adapters I bought an American Vinwox chuck with a...
Im a retired ex IT nut with a lifetime of DIY behind me and love making and fixing stuff mostly wood nowadays. Bought a cheap Parkside wood lathe to see if I like wood turning as its a bit flimsy but will get me into it. Otherwise all things wood, gardening and wildlife are a big draw on my time