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I'm purchasing a lathe and am deciding between the Jet JWL-1236 and the
Delta 46-715. There's about a $240 difference between the two (Delta $640, Jet $400) but I can't really figure out what additional features you get for the rather large difference in price. Anybody have any thoughts on this? |
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"Joe C" wrote in message I'm purchasing a lathe and am deciding between the Jet JWL-1236 and the Delta 46-715. There's about a $240 difference between the two (Delta $640, Jet $400) but I can't really figure out what additional features you get for the rather large difference in price. Anybody have any thoughts on this? The Delta is tough to beat for its price. My lathe, a Jet 1442, is slightly more costly, slightly less heavy, but satisfactory so far. I looked at the Jet 1236 and simply deemed it too light and dimensionally limited for my needs. I had the opportunity to turn a walnut spindle on our local retailer's 46-715 and must admit it was a nice lathe, especially considering the price. I might have bought one instead of my Jet, had I done my research. Max |
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The Delta has a 14" X 40" capacity where the Jet is a 12" X 36" capacity.
Go to www.woodcentral.com. search the turning message boards for the 46-715 also known as delta 1440. You will find some recent discussions pro and con. Like any brand, there are lemons and there are great pieces of equipment. I have the Delta 46-715 and have had to replace only the belt. Another local woodworker bought the lathe after trying mine. He has had lots of problems. Good Luck Ricc Havens Elkhart, IN "Joe C" wrote in message m... I'm purchasing a lathe and am deciding between the Jet JWL-1236 and the Delta 46-715. There's about a $240 difference between the two (Delta $640, Jet $400) but I can't really figure out what additional features you get for the rather large difference in price. Anybody have any thoughts on this? |
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I have the Delta 46-701, the predessesor of the 715, made around 1997. I
replaced the belt because it was making alot of noise and causing some vibration. Bought a link belt and now I almost forget the thing is running. Beats my old Grizzly Heavy Duty all to heck. Can't say about the Jet because I haven't tried one, but I'm sure happy with the Delta. Earl |
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