In message , Arch
writes

If you could use only three tools to turn on your Jet Mini or similar
size lathe, what three tools _DO you actually use most?

Armchair logic might say a 1/8" parting/beading tool, a 1/2" spindle
gouge and a 3/4" skew. Actually, I seem to more often pick up a thin
1/16" parting tool, a 3/8" deep flute long bevel gouge and a 1/2"
straight long bevel skew.

I wish I had said four tools, because I sure use my thick 1/2 in scraper
a lot, but I said only three! What _three tools do you actually use
most on your midi-lathe?


Turn to Safety, Arch

Assuming we are excluding 240, 400 and 600 grit variable geometry
cutting tools

For me its a
5/8 inch Bowl Gouge
1 inch straight edge scraper
1/8 inch parting tool

Not necessarily because they are the right size, but more because I like
the feel of the tools, and in some case no alternative size is available
in my selection. I suspect as I vary my projects more the other tools
will get greater use
--
John