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 ...

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 ...

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.

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.

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.

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.