I've only been turning for 8 or 9 months so I'm no expert. But I had
the chance to take a class from Christian Burchard in Ashland, OR and
we used Stubby lathes. I've been lusting for one ever since. It's like
a Rolls Royce after using my Delta. Unfortunately, they are way out of
my class for a retired, purely recreational turner. But if I ever
inherit a few bucks, I'll be contacting you!

Earl