wood lathe turning tools-best ones?

Question

I have new Delta( large size )wood lathe. What are the best brands of high speed steel lathe gouges and chisels? What would you recommend as I don't know which ones to order or where to order? I want to turn wood bowls and other wood items. Thanks. Ron

Answer 1

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Answer 2

Do not need many turning tools for small hollow pieces like flutes. A basic set is OK just to have around , but I'm thinking you will need finer , smaller tools for turning smaller diameter pieces w. any detail. great tip from William B. You can make own tools for special "profiles" or modify smaller tools for fine work. Would invest in a drill chuck for the dead end so you can use the lathe to bore the holes down the flute body without turning the long bit. Might make up a special jig or plug to hold the work while turning & boring. I made plugs & holders out of hardwood for odd pieces that required turning before & after center material was removed. Some are mounted to a small faceplate which is cheap. They give something for the spur ,screw & dead centers to grab while turning & allow removal & recentering if necessary without messing up finished ends. You can get chucks that are adjustable ( like a metal lathe ) but they cost ....$$$$ A good grinder for shaping home made tools & sharpening will be more useful than a wide assortment . Have to decide how to hold the work & If you plan on boring it out before or after the pice has been turned to shape. Best regards

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I am also an avid wood lathe person.

What i use is regular "ceramic" inserts purchased at my local tool and die supply house. They come in various sizes and shapes and I pay about $2.50 each for them.

I made a mounting tool on a regular 1 inch diameter handle and a metal clamping arrangement on the end. With that I can use any one of these ceramic inserts.

I polish out these ceramic inserts to a micro edge using a diamond wheel wet. You can buy a diamond wheel for around $10 at Lowes or Menards here in midwest.

I dont like steel tool, they dont cut clean like these micro polished ceramic inserts of mine. And,,, if you buy a set of those they will run well over $100 at Sears. Then you have to constantly hone those things without much cutting. They dull out so easily .

No comparison in those steel tools to ceramic inserts. Get some today and it will change your lathe cutting to the best possible.

Steve.

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