Hi,
I haven't used a lathe since leaving school 25 years ago ..I enjoyed it then and I really fancy having another go so I'm planning to buy a machine. I want a small machine because space is limited and I only want to turn small items / miniatures. The machines I've been considering are as follows:
Axminster M330
Perform CCSL
SIP 01492 Mini
Fox F46-252 Mini (same as above I think)
Axminster CSC500C Woodturning Chuck set
I was initially keen on the Axminster and Perform machines, largely because I have read several favourable comments about them here on the forum, but I haven't been able to find any comments about the Fox and Sip machines. The Fox and Sip machines cost about a third less than the M330 and have variable speed control which is quite appealing. On the downside I think they are slightly smaller, but that in itself isn't a problem for me.
I was wondering if anyone could give opinions on these machines or any others I should consider. Any advice on machines, chucks, tools and getting started will be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Richard.
I haven't used a lathe since leaving school 25 years ago ..I enjoyed it then and I really fancy having another go so I'm planning to buy a machine. I want a small machine because space is limited and I only want to turn small items / miniatures. The machines I've been considering are as follows:
Axminster M330
Perform CCSL
SIP 01492 Mini
Fox F46-252 Mini (same as above I think)
Axminster CSC500C Woodturning Chuck set
I was initially keen on the Axminster and Perform machines, largely because I have read several favourable comments about them here on the forum, but I haven't been able to find any comments about the Fox and Sip machines. The Fox and Sip machines cost about a third less than the M330 and have variable speed control which is quite appealing. On the downside I think they are slightly smaller, but that in itself isn't a problem for me.
I was wondering if anyone could give opinions on these machines or any others I should consider. Any advice on machines, chucks, tools and getting started will be much appreciated.
Thanks,
Richard.