New Lathe

[Boomer76]

Hey y'all, I finally got my hands on a lathe!! I picked up a Rikon 71-105 from Woodcraft in mathews while they were having a sale. I am still playing and seeing what chisels I need to get. I have a 3/8" and 1" spindle gouge so far and going to get a parting tool soon. Right now all I've done is a couple of pens and turning scrap pieces to get used to what the tools do. Thank you for looking.

 

[Raymond]

Boomer, get a skew and practice, practice, practice! Once you get the hang of the skew, all other gouges are easy to master.

 

[beloitdavisja]

That's awesome man. Those pens look great. Like Raymond said, definitely get a skew. It's a versatile tool that will teach you a lot of good techniques. I'd recommend after getting comfortable with traditional tools, get a couple carbide tools as well. They work well turning acrylics for pens and some other materials. I use mine in conjunction with my gouges for various purposes. NCWW member here makes and sells them for great prices: https://www.ncwoodturningtools.com/shop

 

[LeftyTom]

Happy New Lathe Day!

 

[Jim M.]

Very nice Boomer, Raymond and James had some good advice, all I'd add is sharp tools help too.

 

[ScottM]

Turning is a vortex that pulls you in deeper and deeper. Enjoy the ride.