Woodcraft Magazine

Getting Started in TURNING

etting up a full woodshop can be an expensive proposition, but setting up a woodturning studio doesn’t require nearly so large an investment. Still, like most new ventures, you’re asking yourself, “what do I really need? How do I get started without breaking the bank?” A lathe is an obvious necessity (see “Choosing your lathe” p. 23). After that, gear up with proper protective equipment, then round out your lathe station (see Ken’s Lathe Stand, p. 40) with some chisels, and appropriate ways to

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