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Thread: hello, first lathe-when to buy.
11/11/2014 10:17:04

Cheers Michael,

I've got a double length garage which widens out to 12' in the back half. So space won't be a problem once I finally get all the crap shifted.

Maybe having a full size lathe hulking in the middle of the garage will focus the mind...

11/11/2014 09:34:49

morning all.

After having had a bit of a think, and taken a look on ebay, I'm now thinking that a Boxford could be the best solution. Not as pricey as a Myford, metric and bigger and more solid than a mini lathe.

what do people think?

Edited By richard haigh on 11/11/2014 09:35:57

18/10/2014 09:51:06
Cheers Martin,

When are you around?

Thanks for the boxford advise, I'll keep an eye out.
16/10/2014 16:44:53

hmmm, a lot to consider.

Thanks for the advice, chaps. I really do like the idea of buying new and I am only going to be doing small stuff, but i'll keep an eye on ebay for second hand myfords and the like.

How easy is it to convert a Myford or something of a similar age to cut metric threads?

14/10/2014 09:33:10

So not a glowing review then, Jon.

I see the benefits of buying s/h, but having been stung a couple of times with other things, I'm not feeling particularly confident about buying something as complex as a lathe that way.

I'm keeping a look out on eBay though.

13/10/2014 16:43:00

Unfortunately, it's the wife's birthday this weekend and much as she does like nerdy stuff, we went to the Stotfold steam rally last weekend for my birthday - meaning husband tokens may be somewhat lacking this coming weekend.

which is a shame....

13/10/2014 16:18:04

Hi George,

I did look at the conquest super, but as you say, once you've added in some tools you're looking at quite lot more investment. I think I won't have any trouble coming up with ideas for present ideas for people to get me for a good few years to come.

I did take a good look at the other ones you mentioned and was quite taken with the Warco model. To be honest, the only thing that has swung it towards Chester is their current prices.

13/10/2014 13:57:38

Cheers Neil,

Yes, I thought that looked like it might take some beating.

I'll take a look at getting down to Sandown, but with two small people to factor in, I might struggle to find time in the run up to Christmas.

13/10/2014 12:42:37

Afternoon all,

I couldn't see a specific newcomers section or thread so I'm posting in here if that's alright.

I've long been into building stuff and fiddling around with motorbikes and finally, after moving house last year I've now got room to start developing a small workshop.

Having picked up various tools, grinding wheel and welder over the years, the first big purchase is a lathe. My budget is pretty restricted but for the moment I only really need small bits so am thinking of one of the mini lathes. I appreciate the joys of a larger one but unless I take a punt on an ebay purchase, that's not going to happen in the near future.

So, having looked at what's available, I've kind of settled on a Conquest from Chester. (although I'm always open to suggestions). They currently have them on offer for £399, down from £589, which sounds like a top bargain. However, I'm quite prepared to wait a little while if it's worth it. So my question is, should I buy now or wait until the Alexandra palace show in January?

Rich.

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