Posted 3/9/2013 09:58 (#2952710 - in reply to #2952702) Subject: Re: Metal lathe for beginners
central wisconsin
I have an old (1932) South Bend 9 Inch that I picked up for $450 a long time ago. Great beginner lathe, but too small for most farm jobs. The ways on mine are just about shot. I had no experience before buying it, and jumped in just like you. I would look for a mid range Clausing or Jet.
Metal lathe for beginners
