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Jim Young
08-06-2003, 8:31 PM
I'm getting ready to make a cabinet for my turning tools. The purpose is to corral them in one location near the lathe so I don't have to keep moving them when I want to use another tool. I would like to see some pics of your lathe tool containment devices. I'm thinking of a cabinet that opens where some of the tools can be stored in the door. I will also need a place to put the lathe implements. TIA

Mike Evertsen
08-06-2003, 8:56 PM
I made a simple shelf that slants with a lip and used spring clips the hold
the lathe tools from rolling,,,,

Steve Clardy
08-06-2003, 10:14 PM
It shows you how I stow my tools. I use them to much to fool with a cabinet, so they are behind the lathe on the wall.
The bottom is just a scrap 2x with holes drilled to fit the handles. The upper is another scrap 2x with slots cut into it to fit the bits. The bottom piece is pulled out slightly so the tool sits there at an angle toward the wall. Please excuse the dust and mess, haven't had much time for a Terry Hatfield cleaning job. :rolleyes: Steve

John Weber
08-06-2003, 10:46 PM
Jim,

It's not as close as it could be, but with limited space what are you going to do. I looked at a lot of options before building one. It's walnut and cherry and holds most of the tools. I use a drawer in my bench for centers, chucks, and other lathe stuff.

<img src=http://www.weberwoodworking.com/BadgerPond/latherack3.jpg><p><img src=http://www.weberwoodworking.com/BadgerPond/latherack2.jpg><p>

Good Luck - John

Richard Allen
08-07-2003, 8:09 AM
Hi Jim

I use a simple rack which is a 2x4 with a bunch of 3/4" holes mounted to the wall.

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/toolrack2.jpg

The lower rack has slots for tools like scrapers and skews.

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/toolrack3.jpg

The upper rack has two rows of 3/4" holes offset from each other

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/toolrack1.jpg

The tools a located behind me when I am working at the lathe

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/latheandtools.jpg

The sharpening station is a WIP (work in progress) which will include a rack for 15 tools on the right side so I can load it up with the tools I might need for the current project. The cabinet space is for chucks and such. The flat space on top is because there is never enough flats space. There will also be an outlet strip on the front above the doors below the grinder for plugging in the Sioux drill when sanding or other "stuff". The idea being to wheel this "unit" where it will be most convenient for the particular turning task.

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/sharpening1.jpg

Thanks

Chuck Wintle
08-07-2003, 9:39 AM
My suggestion is to make a rotating holder that is big enough for all your chisels.

Jim Becker
08-07-2003, 9:55 AM
I actually have two tool holders...one on the wall for general storage and another on the lathe for some of the smaller stuff as well as tools I'm using "at the moment". Pics below...

Steven Wilson
08-07-2003, 10:12 AM
Nothing to show but when I'm not using my lathe I put the tools in tool rolls and store it inside the lathe (Oneway 2436). For chucks and stuff I use a 5 drawer, rolling, Craftsman tool chest; It actually worked out cheaper than building a cabinet.

Brad Schafer
08-07-2003, 10:35 AM
It's not as close as it could be ...


the logo in the center window indicates high character quality. ;)

Anthony Yakonick
08-07-2003, 10:29 PM
I've said it before and I'll say it again "real" turners use the table saw :D

John Weber
08-07-2003, 11:06 PM
Brad - Very True!

Anthony - The table saw or drum sander in my case. I don't turn that often, so when I do I usually pull the tools I need an use any flat surface around.

John

Gary Conklin
05-26-2009, 10:05 PM
Hi Jim



The sharpening station is a WIP (work in progress) which will include a rack for 15 tools on the right side so I can load it up with the tools I might need for the current project. The cabinet space is for chucks and such. The flat space on top is because there is never enough flats space. There will also be an outlet strip on the front above the doors below the grinder for plugging in the Sioux drill when sanding or other "stuff". The idea being to wheel this "unit" where it will be most convenient for the particular turning task.

http://members.cox.net/gyniahousewoodturning/sharpening1.jpg

Thanks


What are the jigs mounted in front of the grinder?

Dan Forman
05-27-2009, 3:30 AM
Here's what I made a few weeks ago, got tired of having to clear the tools off of my jointer.

http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l279/T-Caster/P1020286.jpg


http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l279/T-Caster/P1020287.jpg

And a top view, empty... http://i98.photobucket.com/albums/l279/T-Caster/P1020283.jpg

These are mounted on an "L" shaped incursion of the wall near my lathe. I still use the jointer for a tool tray while I'm working, but at least there is now a permanent home for them.

If you do a search for tool rack in the turning forum, you will find still more examples, including the one that I copied mine from.

Dan

Jim Kountz
05-27-2009, 8:28 AM
I actually have two tool holders...one on the wall for general storage and another on the lathe for some of the smaller stuff as well as tools I'm using "at the moment". Pics below...

Hey hold on a second Jim, thats no Stubby in that picture!! Did you add a new member to the shop and I missed it?? That sure looks like a Oneway to me!!

Jim Becker
05-27-2009, 10:05 AM
VERY old thread, Jim...very old. The Stubby arrived in 2004.

Thom Sturgill
05-27-2009, 11:38 AM
VERY old thread, Jim...very old. The Stubby arrived in 2004.

Jim, Just a thought, but is there some way the thread could show the date of the OP rather than (or in addition to ) the latest post? Just something to think about.

Jack Mincey
05-27-2009, 11:45 AM
Here is a picture of my main rack and the next pic shows my wall rack. My main rack is on wheels so that I can put it where it works best. Turning both on inboard and out board It needs to be moved as needed. I also have storage for chucks and other turning items under my main rack. My son is in the first picture. He sanded and finished a small HF for his mother's Mother Day gift and it was a big hit.
Jack
http://usera.ImageCave.com/flyrod444/100_0627-copy.jpg
http://usera.ImageCave.com/flyrod444/IMGP5506.JPG

Jim Kountz
05-27-2009, 1:10 PM
VERY old thread, Jim...very old. The Stubby arrived in 2004.

Oh for petes sake. Thats twice in two days Ive answered an old thread without noting the date. Ive got to start looking at the dates!!
Sorry Jim!!

Dan Forman
05-27-2009, 3:00 PM
Well, it got me too!

Dan

Judy Kingery
05-27-2009, 3:11 PM
Jim,

You've gotten a lot of great responses, pictures and ideas; and while I don't have a picture (my camera took a haitus in my brother's vehicle who happens to live 600 miles from here, ha) I have used my husbands extra fishing rod holders for years. Wall mount, really handy! When the foam wears out, just by new foam same as we do for fishing rod mounts. Just an idea to add for the mix for you!

Jude

curtis rosche
05-27-2009, 8:56 PM
strong magnet strip from harbour freight