What smaller lathe??

[tsg]

Hi, I've got an old lathe that I picked up second hand for not a lot. I got it to see if I got on with it and if I really needed one (totally new to turning). I am just a hobby woodworker that likes to make toys and simple things. Well I now know that I wouldn't be without a lathe, but the one I have is far too big for what I need, and takes up far too much space in the shed, it has a limit of 37" but must be about 5' long. I have been looking on line and have come across the Axminster hobby series. Does anyone have any views on these? They are really at the top end of my budget, is there anything better cheaper?
Any advice would be helpful
Thanks in advance
Paul

 

[MickCheese]

Are you able to cut the bed down shorter to make yours shorter?

Mick

 

[Phil Pascoe]

There was a small one for sale here a few days ago - a Tyme, I think. Might be worth checking.

 

[woodyturner]

I will be selling a tyne lathe for a friends wife as he passed away not long ago probably around the £150 mark

 

[loz]

The little Jet mini is solid, and the record 305

 

[dickm]

If it's not gone, that Tyme Cub is an absolute bargain! They are actually a better design than the bigger Avon in some ways.

 

[Hutzul]

Hi Paul

I got this Charnwood W815 for about £100, with tools and other bits & bobs off fleabay. Guy on video was vendor and moving abroad.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcUkeTcspJI

http://www.toolite.org.uk/charnwood-w81 ... 21322.html

I love it, it's a good size and can be stored away when not in use, variable speed is great also.

Let us know which way you go Paul, always interesting.

 

[Shay Vings]

I may be able to help - see private email

 

[tsg]

Well thanks to John (Shay Vings), my troubles are sorted. I am now the owner of a Record 305, at a very fair price. I have only just got it home and haven't had time to try it yet but it looks great.
Thanks to everyone that replied.
Paul