Just turned 51. I've been turning for a year and a half. I bought a used PM 4224 as my first lathe, (just decided to skip all the upgrades) but find myself wishing that I had a second one now. My dad seems to have an interest in learning this turning thing, and I just don't know if I could stand idle and watch while he was using MY lathe. Some how I think I landed in a bigger vortex than most, as I will probably end up supporting his habit as well. Oh well, I guess that will be the payback for all that he has done for me.