I've seen a number of turning demos. One thing that strikes me is the
number of turners that have a huge selection of chisels. Each has a
different grind or a different use.

At the prices I've seen anywhere I could easily spend as much on chisels
as a really good lathe.

Some of those that have lots of chisels claim to make their own. How?
Are they buying just steel rods and cutting a flute?

All I know is that at the typical $70-$90 that even mailorder stores
want I'll never own more than just a couple.