Hi everyone. I have been in to "serious" woodworking for a couple years now and have a nicely outfitted shop. One thing I have not gotten in to though, is woodturning. I don't know a thing about it and I don't even know what types of projects I would like to attempt, though some of the first things I have in mind are spindle-type applications that would become a part of other woodworking projects (table legs, for instance). Bowl turning also piques my interest, but I have no desire to make pens.
Anyway, I am seriously looking at getting a stationary lathe in the coming months and have my eye on the new Grizzly G0462 ($395). I have searched the archives of this forum and have seen that some people have issues with this machine, particularly the speed range, and many have pointed to the Powermatic as being a better machine. There is just no way I can afford a Powermatic at this point and I was wondering if the Grizzly would be ok for a beginner like me.
A second question is, in addition to a lathe, what other tools/equipment are the "must haves" for a beginner?
A final question is this: Can anyone recommend a good "introduction to woodturning" book or video for me. I live in a rural area and don't believe there are any woodturning classes available to me within a reasonable distance? Thanks...Jon