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WEN LA3421 8-Inch by 13-Inch Variable Speed Mini Benchtop Wood Lathe
WEN
Variable speed with electronic control -- smooth speed changes during turning
- Variable speed 3.2-Amp motor
- 8-inch swing
- 13-inch between centers
- Digital speed readout
Pros
- Variable speed with electronic control -- smooth speed changes during turning
- 8-inch swing capacity handles pens, small bowls, and spindle projects
- 13-inch between centers covers most small spindle work
- One of the most commonly recommended entry benchtop lathes for new woodturners
Cons
- Lighter benchtop construction vibrates more than cast iron floor lathes at high speed
- 8-inch swing is too small for larger bowl work
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