Was going to order the PSI Barracuda chuck for a new lathe I got today but they told me it wouldn't be available for about another month. I can't wait that long!! I'm excited and want to start work now!!

Can anyone recommend another place that sells a comparable self centering chuck? I'd like to stay in the $100 range if at all possible.

PSI did have others that they were selling at a discount. One other place would be Woodcraft. They have a Nova chuck that is on sale for $99.99 right now online.

I just received this one from PSI today for $44.95 ($51.90 after shipping) as I wanted a backup. I'm not recommending or even suggesting it to you, just putting it out there in case you didnt see it on their site.

[www.pennstateind.com]

New Utility Grip™ 4-Jaw Lathe Chuck— includes 2 sets of Jaws
Our newest self-centering utility chuck is ideal for mini, midi, or even full size lathes. Hold bowl blanks or spindles from the inside or outside with the included #1 and #2 jaws. A screw chuck (not shown) is also included as an added bonus.
• #2 jaws expands from 2" to 3-3/4" dia. to grab inside. Grips from 1-5/8" to 3-1/2" dia. from the outside.
• #1 jaws expend from 13/16" to 2-7/8" diameter to grab inside.
Grips from 1/2" to 2-1/8" diameter, from the outside.
•Includes adapters for 3/4" x 16tpi (Carbatec) and 1" x 8tpi (Jet, Delta Midi Lathe).
Weight is 5lbs.

Thanks. I found Woodcraft and have ordered the Nova chuck. Looks like a nice unit. Thanks!

Now I think I didn't order the right jaws. What do I need to chuck mandrels. Spigot jaws??

A 3 jaw self-centering mini chuck sold by Penn State works well on mandrels.

Stan Grace
Helena, MT
"Our best is none too good"