Thursday, June 30, 2011

CROWN 3/4" Round Nose Scraper

CROWN 3/4" Round Nose Scraper Review



CROWN 3/4" Round Nose Scraper Feature

  • CROWN 3/4" round nose scraper
  • CROWN Pro-PM tools will keep their edge for up to three times that of M2 high-speed steel
Powder metallurgy is not new to turning tools, but until now the available tools were expensive. Crown has succeeded in developing powdered metal tools that provide all the same benefits, but at a reasonable price. The advantage of these super-grade steels is that a tool retains its edge longer, a direct result of the steel being harder and tougher. Even the softest wood has an abrading effect on the cutting edge of a tool. The harder the steel, the better it resists this abrading and the longer they stay sharp. Even more important, they are at their prime in terms of cutting efficiency for far longer than their high-speed steel counterparts. Remember, all tools can be made equally sharp, it is the retention of a productive cutting edge that is the important factor. These tools will keep their edge for up to three times that of M2 high speed steel. What does all this really mean? Less sharpening, more turning, better cuts for a longer time! European ash handles. Honing required before use.


Tuesday, June 28, 2011

H&R Manufacturing & Supply 82-5.0 4"ht F/Kita 10"pwr Chk Set(3) Serrated Soft Jaws

H&R Manufacturing & Supply 82-5.0 4"ht F/Kita 10"pwr Chk Set(3) Serrated Soft Jaws Review



H&R Manufacturing & Supply 82-5.0 4"ht F/Kita 10"pwr Chk Set(3) Serrated Soft Jaws Feature

  • Package Quantity: (1) 3 Piece Set
  • Fractional Chuck Size: 10
  • Screw Size (mm): 12.00mm
  • Number of Jaws: 3.000
  • Height (Inch): 4
1.5mm x 60° Serrations Soft Jaws Fractional Chuck Size: 10 Screw Size: 12.00 mm Height: 4 Bolt Hole Spacing: 1.181 In.


Monday, June 27, 2011

8 South Bend 9" or Lite 10 Lathe felt wipers

8 South Bend 9" or Lite 10 Lathe felt wipers Review



8 South Bend 9" or Lite 10 Lathe felt wipers Feature

  • Felt way wipers
  • Fits South Bend 9" and light 10" lathe
  • Precision cut from high quality felt
  • 8 new wipers
Replace your old hard wipes with our precision wipes cut from high quality felt. These wipes will help save the life of your lathe machine and make smooth and easy work.


Saturday, June 25, 2011

Diamond Slipper

Diamond Slipper Review



Diamond Slipper Feature

  • Diamond Slip or Honing Stone
  • Made using natural diamond plated onto steel
  • 600 Grit for woodturning tools
  • Approximately 5" L x 2" W
  • Includes premium leather sheath
Made by a woodturner for woodturners. This is a premium hone made from natural diamonds and applied using an electro nickel plating process to the surface of steel--not with adhesives, not onto plastic or aluminum. BOTH flat sides are plated as well as the two different curved edges. The flat sides are for skews, parting tools and the outside of gouges, while the curved edges fit the inside flute of virtually all woodturning gouges on the market. The flat sides can also be used to remove then pull up burrs on scrapers. Also, outstanding for honing the flat faces of carbide tools. Works great for kitchen knives as well. Do not mistake this hone with imported flat hones--even those using Alan Lacer's name. This is a true slipstone in a classic tear-dropped shape. Honing after grinding and between grinding produces a much sharper edge as well as maintaining a sharp edge. I often work many hours before returning to a grinding wheel. I selected a 600 grit as a nice balance between stock removal as well as the quality of edge produced. It is for light to moderate honing--if it takes me more than a minute to pull a sharp edge, it should be ground first rather than honed.


Friday, June 24, 2011

General International 25-036 36-Inch Wood Lathe Duplicator

General International 25-036 36-Inch Wood Lathe Duplicator Review



General International 25-036 36-Inch Wood Lathe Duplicator Feature

  • Creates perfectly matched spindles with ease
  • Fits most 12 to 22-inch floor model lathes with cast bedways
  • Extruded aluminum base and carriage
  • Smooth hand wheel controlled rack and pinion system
  • High speed steel cutter
For anyone who has to make more than a single turned object, duplicators are almost essential to a good job-most tables, for example, look more professionally done when all the legs match. A smooth hand wheel controlled rack and pinion system creates perfectly matched spindles with ease. Works off a template or original turning and features extruded aluminum base and carriage, high-speed steel cutter and fits most 12" to 22" floor model lathes with cast bedways. Specifications: Maximum duplicating length: 36" Maximum duplicating diameter: 2"- 20" - depending on lathe swing over bed Maximum duplicating depth: 3" Maximum original spindle diameter: 5" Maximum width of template: 3" Maximum depth of cut per pass: 1/4" - 1/8" recommended


Thursday, June 23, 2011

Techniks A 85.90.3CT.300W Finish Head-85mm -90 degree

Techniks A 85.90.3CT.300W Finish Head-85mm -90 degree Review



Techniks A 85.90.3CT.300W Finish Head-85mm -90 degree Feature

  • Reduced T. I. R. (tool runout)
  • Increase in Holding Power
  • Extended Tool Life with Fewer Tool Changes
  • Reduction in Spindle Bearing Wear
  • Each Techniks Tool is Individually Lab Certified for Accuracy and Balance
Finish Head-85mm-90?


Tuesday, June 21, 2011

JET GH-1460ZX Lathe with 300S DRO and Collet Closer

JET GH-1460ZX Lathe with 300S DRO and Collet Closer Review



JET GH-1460ZX Lathe with 300S DRO and Collet Closer Feature

  • Uniquely designed exclusively by JET
  • ISO 9001 certified manufacturer
  • 3-1/8" bore spindle is supported by two tapered and one ball bearing
  • Chrome molybdenum headstock gears are hardened, ground and shaved
  • Universal gearbox allows inch, metric, diametral and module pitch threads, no change gears required
Includes GH-1460ZX Lathe with 300S DRO and Collet Closer - 321315, 10-in Scroll 3-Jaw Chuck With Top Reversing Jaws, 12-in Independent 4-Jaw Chuck, 12-in Face Plate (16-in Models), 16-in Face Plate (18-in Models), Follow Rest, Large Capacity Steady Rest, Fully Integrated Coolant System, Full Length Splash Guard and Coolant Return, Articulating Halogen Work Lamp, Centrally Located Controls with Jog Button, Threading Dial, Mounting Pads and Levelers, Spindle Sleeve (MT-7 - MT-5), Dead Center, Live Center


Monday, June 20, 2011

Peachtree Woodworking 1" x 36 Yards Double Stick Tape PW3599

Peachtree Woodworking 1" x 36 Yards Double Stick Tape PW3599 Review



Peachtree Woodworking 1" x 36 Yards Double Stick Tape PW3599 Feature

  • 1" wide by 36 yards
  • Turn bowls without having to drill holes in your wood
  • Use cloth backed double faced tape to adhere the bowl blank to the faceplate of your lathe.
  • You can turn bowls up to 10 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick
A different way to turn bowls without having to drill holes in your wood is to use cloth backed double faced tape to adhere the bowl blank to the faceplate of your lathe. This works great if your bowl blank is balanced and true, the tape will hold during the turning and finishing process. You can turn bowls up to 10 inches in diameter and 2 inches thick. For best results, always make sure that your work surface areas are clean and free of dust and debris before placing tape on the bowl blank. After you attach the blank to the faceplate you may want to clamp it as well for an extra secure bond. Always remember to tug or push on the bowl blank once it is installed on to the lathe to make sure you have a secure bond before turning. Once completed with your turning project, use a wood chisel to remove the bowl from the faceplate. Caution: make sure the bowl blank is dry, do not use the tape on wet wood. Each tape dispenses 108 feet of double stick tape.


Sunday, June 19, 2011

Techniks HSK 100A.27.65 HSK 100A 27mm - 65mm BD

Techniks HSK 100A.27.65 HSK 100A 27mm - 65mm BD Review



Techniks HSK 100A.27.65 HSK 100A 27mm - 65mm BD Feature

  • Reduced T. I. R. (tool runout)
  • Increase in Holding Power
  • Extended Tool Life with Fewer Tool Changes
  • Reduction in Spindle Bearing Wear
  • Each Techniks Tool is Individually Lab Certified for Accuracy and Balance
HSK 100A, 27mm - 65mm BD


Saturday, June 18, 2011

PEN MANDREL MT-2 BY PEACHTREE WOODWORKING PW7002

PEN MANDREL MT-2 BY PEACHTREE WOODWORKING PW7002 Review



PEN MANDREL MT-2 BY PEACHTREE WOODWORKING PW7002 Feature

  • Includes compression fitting and brass tightening nut (Bushings not included)
  • Able to hold two barrels at a time
  • Precision machined for accuracy and will run true
  • Compression fitting acts as an adjustable stop
  • Not guaranteed to accept bushings from other brands of pen mandrels
Able to hold two barrels at a time, the Pen Mandrel is an affordable pen mandrel that's [precision machined for accuracy and will run true. The compression fitting acts as an adjustable "stop" adding versatility by allowing you to mount single or odd size barrels.


Friday, June 17, 2011

Riten 56414 56414 4mt Heavy Duty Riten Bullnose Live Centr

Riten 56414 56414 4mt Heavy Duty Riten Bullnose Live Centr Review



Riten 56414 56414 4mt Heavy Duty Riten Bullnose Live Centr Feature

  • Package Quantity: (1) Piece
  • Style: Bull Nose Point
  • Shank Type: Morse Taper
  • Shank Size: 4MT
  • Accuracy: ±.00015
Heavy-Duty Bull Nose Live Centers Style: Bull Nose Point Shank Type: Morse Taper Shank Size: 4MT Accuracy: ±.00015 Material: Steel Outside Diameter: 4 Point Diameter: 1 Point Length: 4.281


Thursday, June 16, 2011

Techniks 93.05.071.019 HSK 63 A Shrink Fit 1/2"

Techniks 93.05.071.019 HSK 63 A Shrink Fit 1/2" Review



Techniks 93.05.071.019 HSK 63 A Shrink Fit 1/2" Feature

  • Reduced T. I. R. (tool runout)
  • Increase in Holding Power
  • Extended Tool Life with Fewer Tool Changes
  • Reduction in Spindle Bearing Wear
  • Each Techniks Tool is Individually Lab Certified for Accuracy and Balance
HSK 63 A Shrink Fit - 1/2"


Wednesday, June 15, 2011

Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe

Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe Review



Rockler Excelsior 5-Speed Mini Lathe Feature

  • Powerful 1/2 HP motor
  • 5 different speeds: 760, 1100, 1600, 2200 and 3200 RPM
  • Cam-locking ratcheting adjustment levers
  • Solid cast iron base
  • Ball-bearing live center on tailstock
With solid cast-iron construction, a robust 1/2 hp motor and a precision-machined live center, this little workhorse rivals features found in much larger lathes. It can turn bowls of almost 10" in diameter, and spindles up to 17-3/4" in length, making it perfect for chair legs, small table legs and an endless array of decorative turnings. A convenient door provides easy access to the belt, along with 5 different speeds: 760, 1100, 1600, 2200 and 3200 RPM. Cast-iron body provides mass for minimal vibration, stable turning and maximum durability. Other features include: Spur center on headstock, heavy-duty knockout bar for spur center, 6" tool rest, 3" face plate, convenient belt access door, chrome-plated hardware, removable safety switch, non-slip feet. To increase your spindle capacity to 38-1/2", just use the optional Mini Lathe Bed Extension (Rockler# 32307).


Monday, June 13, 2011

SHOP FOX W1752 Mini Wood Lathe

SHOP FOX W1752 Mini Wood Lathe Review



SHOP FOX W1752 Mini Wood Lathe Feature

  • Quick access speed changes
  • Swing over bed: 10-Inch
  • Tailstock travel: 3-1/4-Inch
  • Tool rest length: 6-1/4-Inch
  • Includes tool rest, live rolling center, spur center and 3-Inch face plate
This stable bench-top wood lathe has six speeds ranging from 480 to 4023 RPM, providing the flexibility for any turning project.