Most recently, he was inspired by a fly-wheel from an old factory. He used it to build this foot powered wood lathe. It works something like a foot powered sewing machine. There’s a lever for ...

Learn More › Considered a specialty power tool, a wood lathe is typically found in a woodturner’s or a furniture-maker’s shop. It’s used to create cylindrical wooden items that are ...

You can buy your own wood lathe or build your own. He always starts with wood and materials that are readily available in his shop, which keeps his projects within a reasonable budget.

Too much work? Well, you could always print it… Personally we prefer this giant treadle powered wood lathe though, if your going to go to that much effort.

How To Build A Lathe woodworking video educates you on the design process in building a foot powered treadle lathe using no power tools It is the sequel to the video "The Foot Powered (Treadle ...

“This robust, smooth-running lathe provides the control, power, precision, and flexibility that woodturners are looking for,” said Joan Duvall, JET’s Director of Product Management - Wood.

Gear-obsessed editors choose every product we review. We may earn commission if you buy from a link. Why Trust Us? Starting a woodworking hobby is a great way to learn a creative and functional ...

Cal St. Peter places a round of Flathead Lake cherry wood onto a power wood lathe. With the press of a button, the wood spins. St. Peter picks up a knife from his collection of knives and ...

Make your own darn metal screws with this 1889 foot-powered lathe! Roy shows how to cut ... ABOUT "THE WOODWRIGHT'S SHOP" AND TRADITIONAL WOODWORKING ON OUR WEBSITE. YOU CAN FIND US ONLINE AT ...