Great timing as I’ve been researching off and on what to do with the 7×10 mini-lathe Dad left along with ... Might need to invest in metal gears also and maybe a set for threading to increase ...

It should be noted that of all the mini tools you can get at Harbor Freight, the 10- and 12-inch benchtop metal lathes are among the most similar to their industrial big brothers.

Considering most mini-lathes range from $400-1000, if you're interested in machining and don't have a TechShop handy, this might be a project for you. See the full writeup with instructions and ...

Mini Yet Powerful: Measuring only 31.5x11.5 in., this mini metal lathe by CREWORKS packs a punch with its 750W motor, making it ideal for tackling small to medium metalworking projects.

Like many budget machinists, the delightfully optimistically named [We Can Do That Better] had trouble with some of the finer controls on his import mini-lathe. But rather than suffer through it ...

Taking into consideration size, cost, and user reviews, Grizzly's Micro Metal Lathe seemed to be the best option for hobbyists. Equipped with a 150W, 1/5 horsepower motor capable of anywhere from ...

It should be noted that of all the mini tools you can get at Harbor Freight, the 10- and 12-inch benchtop metal lathes are among the most similar to their industrial big brothers.

ArtyMaster Mini Lathe, WM101A-Plus Mini Wood Lathe Machine, 24VDC 96W Power Lathe, Small Benchtop Lathe with Wood Turning Lathe Tools Kits, Infinitely Variable Speed, Professional for DIY Woodworking.

We've already looked at creating a mini-metal lathe, but Hack A Day highlights a video by Jack Houweling in which he shows how to create wood tool instead.