JDFrain Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Anyone know what the Axminster AWSL models are like they look to be a canny bit of kit for the beginner. Any thoughts etc. looking to spend no more than £150.00 Cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Axminster are a good make. I have 2. The AWSL is fine, but you will be limited to small bowls etc as there is not much clearence over the bed. The advice I was given years ago was to buy a big lathe, as you can turn small items on a big lathe, but you wont turn a large item on a small lathe etc. Are you intending to turn anything in particular? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
apache Posted September 3, 2009 Report Share Posted September 3, 2009 Can I throw 'Record' Lathes into the ring. I have the small 36" swivel head version and has never missed a beat. Lots of cast iron. Cost me £200 but had a free full set of tools and a turning book. The lathe prices stay the same but they are very good at adding value. My other suggestion is visiting a tool show - don't know where in the world you are but the Harrogate one in November is an Aladdin's cave AND you can touch them and sometimes even have a go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDFrain Posted September 4, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 cheers for the replys JDF Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pyr8 Posted September 4, 2009 Report Share Posted September 4, 2009 there,s a firm called machine mart they have a web site.have a look it may give you some ideas. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted September 14, 2009 Report Share Posted September 14, 2009 Have you made a purchase yet ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JDFrain Posted September 15, 2009 Author Report Share Posted September 15, 2009 (edited) i havent yet still looking, just purchased a camcorder so will be waiting for the funds to build back up hopefully in the next couple of weeks should have one. JDF Edited September 15, 2009 by JDFrain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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