I have been woodworking for quite a few years but just started turning when
I bought my 1442 about a year ago. I still consider myself a rank amateur
but the machine is a good teacher. While I haven't done any bowl turning
yet the machine seems to have plenty of power, low vibration and is massive
(I bought the cast-iron legs).

The only "sticky" point I have had is the lever on the speed control sticks
from time-to-time. Only seems to do in the minutes after startup and it has
subsided with time (or I have learned a touch). I spoke to a Jet rep, at a
sale, a couple of weeks ago and he said they had this fixed. I also noticed
that the price has gone up about $115 since I bought mine - supposedly price
of iron.

Overall, very pleased with quality, fit and function.

RonB