Hello!
My new favorite hobby would not be possible without this amazing tool. I love this Lathe, but it is the only one Ive ever owned, so take that lightly. It is wonderful for beginners because it has enough power to do almost anything I want/am capable of doing yet not enough to completely destroy me if I make an error. I don't know if I'd call it a beginner lathe or not, but I don't care. I love this tool.
The centering was right on point. Everything fired up without any problem. It is also very heavy, so it doesn't get thrown around much.
The speed changeover for belting up and down is a GOD SEND. I wish more of my older tools used this ratcheting system because it is soooo nice. Simply press, lift, change, and press again. Click, click, click and you are ready to roll. Amazing.
The rests are pretty nice and everything on the tool can be tightened down nicely. The only issue I had was that the slide would occasionally catch when I was backing it off but it was an easy fix. Overall finish is very nice.
My only complaint is that it occasionally reads the wrong RPMs on the digital readout. Its documented that this is caused by low voltage, but it changes on the ON/OFF cycle, sometimes within a few seconds. It's never random-for example, it will either read 1900 or 3600 at max, never anything else. My power where I am is pretty dicey as far as voltage is concerned, so I am assuming that is the problem, but it's pretty annoying to not have a believable readout on RPMs. It also fails slow, not fast, which can be dangerous at low speeds with Cole Jaws. Luckily, I'm aware of the issue so I plan for it. This issue and that the speed knob is a little lower quality than I would like are my only issues. The whole machine is so awesome that it makes me a little sad that they cheaped out on the controls. Again, the RPM issue may be my fault. I have checked my voltage before though, and it reads fine.
Given all that, I absolutely love this tool and am planning on having it for a long time.
| Manufacturer | WMH Tool Group |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 719200 |
| Item Weight | 121 pounds |
| Product Dimensions | 33.6 x 11 x 35.8 inches |
| Item model number | 719200 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Color | White |
| Style | Variable Speed Wood Lathe |
| Material | Cast Iron, Steel |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 115 Volts |
| Horsepower | 1 |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number of Handles | 6 |
| Speed | 3600 RPM |
| Included Components | Lathe, Tools, Hardware, Tool Supports (6" and 10"), Tool Caddy (x2), Knockout Rod |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 5-Year Warranty (if used for commercial or industrial purposes then defaults to a 2-Year Warranty) |
