going to do it.. Lathe question

[leptar]

Really just interested in these 4 models... Just looking to hear any feed back good or bad...

JET JML 1014I
1/2HP totally enclosed, fan cooled motor powers 6 spindle speeds ranging from 500-3,975 RPM. Save the $100 and buy a stand? or...

JET JML 1014VSI
1/2HP totally enclosed, fan cooled motor powers 6 spindle speeds ranging from 500-3,975 RPM. 10 inch swing; 14 inch bed length; quick release levers

Delta LA200 Shopmaster
1/2-horsepower motor; 6 speeds (500-3,700 rpm); turns objects larger than 6-inch diameter. Benchtop midi-lathe with 14-1/2-inch distance between centers

Jet - JWL-1220
Powerful 3/4HP motor will allow you to turn bigger projects without bogging down your lathe. Same spec as the 1014I series but with a bigger motor.

Thanks in advance...
Paul

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[mikecc]

Delta and jet are good machines.
I like where the shut off is on the delta. also the delte is 3" longer than the jet. if you are going to do over 10" go with the Delta.

[saltyric]

I picked up a delta off Amazon last year for under $150.00........look around, the prices change all the time!

Totally happy with it, by the way.

[leptar]

Thanks alot...

I'm going to get the JWL-1220 because of the 20" center-center and the ability to turn spindles upto 48-50" after i get the bed extension. I've seen some video of it in action from turning 6x6 posts, soap stone bowls and it didn't even blink... @ 32" overall length vs the 28-1/2" 1014I, I can spare the room...

Thanks again,
Paul.

[leptar]

I ended up picking up the Pioneer PRN 17-250 from Western Tool supply in Seekonk. 18" from center to center, solid and variable speed. $199.99 plus it has a rebate for a free bed extension.

Reason was I wanted 16" the 1220 fit the bill but after seeing it in action, price and a little thinking. I couldn't justify the extra $$ and the 17-250 had the extra features.

It's all standard with accessories so i don't need to buy a specific brand.

Read on-line it's the same as the red painted Turncrafter Pro that Penn State Industries offers... So i think i got an excellent deal...