On Wed, 4 Feb 2004 19:03:16 -0000, "Woodshavings"
wrote:


If I was buying a starter lathe now, I would go for ther Axminster Perform
CCL at £170. http://www.axminster.co.uk/default.asp?part=ccl
IMO its worth the extra for a heavy frame and the stand which is included.
(I think the Perform is the same as one of the Delta range in the US - they
all seem to made in China and branded dependant upon the importer)

Absolutely agree about the Perform CCL, it's an excellent tool.
Add a wooden shelf on the stand and load it with something heavy
(wood?) and really solid. Everything works nicely and feels secure.
No plastic except for the on/off switch.

Mark.
(CCL = Cheap Chinese Lathe?)