The other night I found a web site where someone had made a handle lathe using inline skate wheels for the steady rests. Well I thought I had filed the site to save but It looks as if I didn't, and I can't seem to find it again on the internet..... Dose anyone know where it is or something similar.... Thanks



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There is at least one in the library here on this site. I know Rodmaker mag has had plans for a couple or more. Don't know if any of these are the one you're looking for though.

Also check the photo page under equipment and tools.

I use a Grizzley "Hobby Lathe", the one that runs on a drill motor. I had 3 drill motors but none would fit the lathe, so I had to buy their drill motor. I built a wheel rest so I could turn handles on the rod. Works OK.

But! If you are going to make one again (or buy one) I would either copy or buy the Flex Coat model.

I use a Grizzley "Hobby Lathe", the one that runs on a drill motor. I had 3 drill motors but none would fit the lathe, so I had to buy their drill motor. I built a wheel rest so I could turn handles on the rod. Works OK.

But! If you are going to make one again (or buy one) I would either copy or buy the Flex Coat model.


Dan Hogan

If you are at least 100% sure that you will never want to turn your own wood inserts, these things will do the job. But, if you think you want to eventually turn your own wood inserts, just buy a mini lathe in the first place. Once you get a mini lathe, you'll discover how much fun they are and all the things you can do with them, like building a peppermill to replace the one that doesn't work.