In article , Fred Splittgerber says...

....Would it be
possible/sensible to use a parting tool to the right of a fixed steady?
(googling did not really help in this matter)

Yes. This is indeed the best way.

In fact, using a center on work held in a chuck is
considered incorrect by most. The holding is over-defined
in principle. Better to either a) use a chuck alone, b)
turn between centers, or c) chuck and steady rest.

Jim

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