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The tailstock on the SIP 01488 Lathe I just got doesn't sit centrally on the bed, even when it's clamped down it's off centre and still moves around a bit. Is this normal, either for this lathe or any other ? I'm also looking for another way to hold spindles, apart from having to ram a point...

Hello all, I'm new here so be gentle with me :) I've been thinking about buying a small lathe for a while, mainly so I can have a go at making my own drum sticks. I had a look at the drill-powered Axminster lathe, but I would have had to buy another drill as well, as mine is an old monster. So...