How many times has a question been asked like this? So, newbie here.. I currently have a Jet Mini 1014.. the old gray/blue one from the late 90's. Works fine for pens, stoppers and other small things.
If I want to upgrade slightly to turn, say, a 10"+ bowl, I'm thinking of a Midi 12". I don't think I'll be turning longer spindles.. at least at this time.. and I probably won't be turning a larger bowl for some time either.
I think I have looked at the 12" Jet, Delta, Rikon, etc and tried to figure the pros and cons of each. I don't mind having to have different sized items to thread onto the headstock.. i.e. 1x8 vs 1 1/4x8 and possibly different tool posts, etc.
I'd like a variable speed.. but, I'm a bit concerned with bogging down the lathe or even belt slippage. How much of a concern is that with the above lathes..
Looking for personal experiences with each of these..or possible suggestions for one not mentioned above.
Thanks for any help.
Bill