I am seriously looking at the Jet JWL-1221VS mini lathe as my first machine. I like the variable speed from 60 - 3600 RPMs but eventually I would like to turn my own table legs which means I would need more length (the JWL-1221VS is only 20 1/2 inches) so I am also looking at the table extension and stand for this machine. My question for the experienced wood turners is, would it make more sense to "bite the bullet" and buy a larger machine now? Or will a table extension setup perform just as well? Not ever owning a lathe, I can't help but wonder if extending the table may impact the precision in some way, and perhaps buying a longer machine to begin with would be a smarter choice. Cost is an issue only in the sense that I could probably "swing" this mini lathe now but if I want something larger I will probably need to postpone for another year or more. Any thoughts or opinions would be greatly appreciated!