what do you all think of this???
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gus3049
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I have a Macallister lathe. Over here its the brand name for Castorama which is the same group as B&Q in the UK.
It has pressed steel bed and frankly, I would give it a big miss, you need cast iron to have any hope of it staying straight. I use mine for.... nothing at all now, although I might get a buffing system on it at some stage, its all its worth using it for.
Even something like the link below wuld be preferable frankly, it would start you off to see how much you enjoy turning. I'm sure that there will be plenty of advice coming soon.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Scheppach-DMT...UK_Crafts_Other_Crafts_EH&hash=item20b1275cc8
It has pressed steel bed and frankly, I would give it a big miss, you need cast iron to have any hope of it staying straight. I use mine for.... nothing at all now, although I might get a buffing system on it at some stage, its all its worth using it for.
Even something like the link below wuld be preferable frankly, it would start you off to see how much you enjoy turning. I'm sure that there will be plenty of advice coming soon.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Scheppach-DMT...UK_Crafts_Other_Crafts_EH&hash=item20b1275cc8
Avoid at all costs :shock:
whacky
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I had one like it.
It was OK as a starter Lathe but you will upgrading soon. If it's cheap enough and you haven't done much turning before it could be a cheap stepping stone to see if you like turning.
It was OK as a starter Lathe but you will upgrading soon. If it's cheap enough and you haven't done much turning before it could be a cheap stepping stone to see if you like turning.
The wheels on the headstock end are there for a good reason,,,,,,,,,,,, they help you get it out of your workshop quicker LOL....... (hammer) :mrgreen: :shock:
I agree with Whacky to a point, but using a wobbly type Lathe to start with, may put you off and make you think that you are incapable and just can't get the hang of woodturning......just my opinion #-o
I agree with Whacky to a point, but using a wobbly type Lathe to start with, may put you off and make you think that you are incapable and just can't get the hang of woodturning......just my opinion #-o
RogerP
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Buy cheap - buy twice 
eastyorkshirelad
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Steve Peacock
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Hi eastyorkshirelad,
I have one of those (your second lathe option - the one you're currently bidding on). It's made in China and it's nothing fancy, but I've been very happy with mine.
I did bolt mine to the floor, though. It helps when turning some very-out-of-round stuff.
In South Africa, it's currently retailing at around 300 UK pounds (I paid just under 200 pounds) - so it sounds like a good deal to me if you get all the other gear as well.
Cheers
Steve
I have one of those (your second lathe option - the one you're currently bidding on). It's made in China and it's nothing fancy, but I've been very happy with mine.
I did bolt mine to the floor, though. It helps when turning some very-out-of-round stuff.
In South Africa, it's currently retailing at around 300 UK pounds (I paid just under 200 pounds) - so it sounds like a good deal to me if you get all the other gear as well.
Cheers
Steve
gus3049
Established Member
One has the feeling it might go quite a bit higher because of all the extras. Have you a top amount in mind? There are 4 days left for others to see it.
The Axminster equivalent is £233 brand new so you shouldn't go mad. However, as already pointed out, the chuck and tools would probably cost at least the same again so there is room for some increase.
The Axminster equivalent is £233 brand new so you shouldn't go mad. However, as already pointed out, the chuck and tools would probably cost at least the same again so there is room for some increase.
nev
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there is a record up for sale in the for sale forum if you didnt win your other item
