Recommendations?

I'm toying with getting a lathe ( for the purpose of making bits n bobs for my guns), and don't know whether to get a small one (Clarke etc) or a second hand bigger one. Not very experienced with lathes, only turning down spigots many moons ago, and would be grateful for any recommendations and guidance from the more experienced members? I'm limited to single phase. Got about a grand in the kitty. Thanks in advance, Neil. Apologies, I have just seen a similar post further down the page

I think a mini lathe is a good starting point, they dont take up much room and will probably more than capable of your needs. Easy to sell on as well if you do need to go bigger or lose interest!

And dont forget that what you spend on a lathe is usually the same amount you spend on tooling!

I'm looking at an Amadeal CJ18A right now

NEIL MCMLX said:

I'm looking at an Amadeal CJ18A right now

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Good choice!!!!! That's a great starter lathe and more than capable of doing most of what you'll need....

I've been looking at one for a while but haven't pressed the button yet

Hermitage10 said:

Good choice!!!!! That's a great starter lathe and more than capable of doing most of what you'll need....

I've been looking at one for a while but haven't pressed the button yet

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There's a Myford hobbyist with cabinet near me for just over a monkey, but it looks a proper heavy lump! Ide need an engine lift, so I'll give that a miss