Recent content by Steve J

One thing that is often overlooked when making a cabinet is the height. A general rule is the centres of your lathe should be around the same height as your elbow.

McAldo, I am a production turner with over 35 years experience.the majority of my work is spindle work and the skew is without doubt the most versatile tool and the quickest with the best finish. I would say that the only real advice is practice. I recommend a 1" skew not 3/4". My choice is a...