Although I have a set of Sorby mini-tools, I'm not much of a fan of
mini-tools. You can do some mighty delicate work with standard-size tools,
for instance a 1/4" spindle gouge and a 1/2" skew. Plus, standard-sized
tools are easier to control and sharpen. It's really going to be a bit of
trial and error until you figure out what works better for you and what you
are turning.

Barry


"Emily P" wrote in message
ups.com...
Hello,

I am a full time woodworker but brand new to woodturning. I am planning
on purchasing a jet mini lathe and I am about to buy my first set of
tools. I was looking at the Henry Taylor mini tools as a possibility.
After doing some reading on the forum to get some recommendations I
noticed that just about everyone seems to recommend going with full
sized tools over midi / mini tools. I am wondering if that is always
the case even if you are only looking to turn small scale objects - no
bowls full sized spindles, etc? I am buying the lathe to do some
production runs of a very specific small scale item for my business -
spindles less 3/8" diameter tapering to 1/16" between 4-7" long with
beads coves etc. These will be crochet hooks and needlework tools. My
question is given what I will be turning would you still advise buying
full sized tools?

Thanks,
Emily