Best Mini
RIKON 70-100 12-by-16-Inch Mini Lathe
RIKON
12-inch swing covers most small bowl and spindle turning for beginners
- 12-inch swing
- 16-inch between centers
- 5-speed pulley
- Tool rest and drive centers included
Pros
- 12-inch swing covers most small bowl and spindle turning for beginners
- 16-inch between centers for pens, lidded boxes, and short spindle work
- RIKON builds this lathe with better runout tolerance than most similarly priced minis
- Complete tool rest and centers included -- ready to turn after assembly
Cons
- 5-speed pulley requires stopping and manually moving the belt to change speed
- Smaller motor than variable-speed midi lathes
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