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    Broken Chuck Jaw

    Ah right sorry the spindle thread is ¾" x 16TPI, which i think is fairly standard but you can get thread adaptors can't you? I knew it wasn't the best quality thing but i didn't expect this: I was tempted to buy better quality jaws for it but now i'll definitely just go for a good, self...
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    Broken Chuck Jaw

    I'm new to turning and recently bought a lathe that came with a bunch of tools and a pretty hefty looking chuck, similar to this one: I was turning a little piece of olivewood when i caught the edge of my tool, though not particularly badly, which is when one of the jaws broke in half. While...
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    Beginner lathe for a clueless cheapskate?

    Haha! i can't post images but a quick google of 'wooden ear plug' or 'wooden ear tunnels' will answer all questions (except maybe "why?") Mine are only 10mm dia but i'm hoping to sell the larger, more sought after sizes once i'm competent at making them, they go for pretty decent buck.
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    Beginner lathe for a clueless cheapskate?

    There's a fairly cheap Record with loads of accs but it's way on the other side of the country so it's a bit of a no go :/ The only thing i can find close to me is a Clarke CWL 12D, anyone have any comments on the make/model?
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    Beginner lathe for a clueless cheapskate?

    Hi, I've decided to get into woodturning mainly because i want to start making ear plugs and tunnels, so i need something that is good for working a minimum diameter of 10mm. But i wouldn't mind trying my hand at a couple of bowls etc. just for fun :D As far as price goes, i'm thinking...
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