The ones in a normal set. Parting tool, roughing gouge, spindle gouge, skew
and scraper. Add a bowl gouge if you're going to reach and give leverage.

As often discussed, carbon steel sets are available at reasonable prices and
finishes, HSS only modestly higher. The one thing you may have to do with
inexpensive sets is take the sharp edges left on the shafts by grinding.

"B A R R Y" wrote in message
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Can anyone recommend some tools for a newbie as I wait for delivery?

I don't necessarily want a "set", just as I've never bought a set of
router bits.

What do you folks consider the first 4-5 turning tools to buy?

Thanks,
Barry