Best Pen
SHOP FOX W1704 1/3-Horsepower Benchtop Lathe
Shop Fox
Small footprint fits on a workbench corner -- no dedicated lathe stand required
- 8-inch swing
- 13-inch between centers
- 5-speed pulley
- Compact design
Pros
- Small footprint fits on a workbench corner -- no dedicated lathe stand required
- 13-inch between centers handles pens, bottle stoppers, and small spindles
- 5-speed covers the range needed for pen turning and small spindle work
- Affordable entry point for pen turners specifically
Cons
- 1/3 HP motor is the weakest in the category -- bogs in dense hardwood
- 5-speed pulley system requires stopping to change speed
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