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Originally Posted by numbskull
I've been considering a Steb center as well. Will the 1/2 inch one suffice to turn larger plugs (like maple darters) or will it slip too much and do I need to buy two?
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Maple is very difficult on the stebcenter in my experience, the 1/2" is good for 3/4" stock but if you use 1" or larger stock, then definately go with the 1" stebcenter or use the center that came with your lathe.
Raven, I mark the center with an awl in square stock, that is enough of an impression to crank it in the lathe. If the wood is hard as opposed to cedar, then I may take the center out of the lathe and hammer it into the block of wood, then reinsert in the lathe. I drill thru after turning for several reasons.