Product Review - Mini Wood Lathe / Bead Lathe
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Never in a million years would I have believed you could make that handle on the mini-lathe. Nice job!
Thanks Sue! Wait till you see the pokey things I made!
@@357magdad I’m looking forward to seeing them!
I have to say, you definitely have a lot of patience using this mini lathe and working with what you have, great challenge dude.
Thanks! My tiny lathe is a blast!
Excellent review and demonstration! One tip that worked for me- if you are working with thin tooling move the steady rest as close to the project as possible. If the distance between the cut and where the tool is resting is too far the tool will chatter. Great stuff! Lovely Screwdriver!
It is difficult to move the rest close and also be able to reach the hold down screw. Stiffer tools have reduced the chatter.
Nice it works better than I thought it would! Beautiful chisels will help! Looks like fun 👍
Thanks Mike! I made myself a set of improved tools out of old files and screwdrivers.
Am I glad you did this video. I’ve been looking at those little lathes. I think I may have to buy one now. Great job on that screwdriver.
Give it a try Kris! I modified a couple files and they work way better than the included tools.
Seemed like the tool rest was a bit too far from the wood. I couldn’t see if there’d be enough room to spin it 180 but, if there is, you could cut down on the tool vibration that way by getting the rest closer to the work.
It won't work spun around. The hold down screw is hard to reach if I move it closer.
I agree
Yes, a tool rest closer to your work piece will make a huge difference.
The new lathe has seemed to turn out ok. Your new project also turned out great. Thanks .
Thanks James!
Now that is a cute lathe… but the “Rest” needs to be a lot closer. If there’s no adjustment to be able to do that, could you elongate the fixing holes into slots???
I can't tighten the hold down screw if I move it close to the work.
@@357magdad Damn… that’s a shame. But seriously, for safety, you need to be real close to the workpiece or there’s a big risk of it ‘catching’ the tip and sending it flying (perhaps into you). Okay, here’s a challenge for you… devise and make something that can be adjusted… but please be careful in the meantime 👍
@@Midas2010 I've stalled the thing a couple times - I don't think it has the horsepower to take a tool out of my hands.
@@357magdad lmao 🤣
Ah, well, in that case… Balsa Wood handles it is then! lol
I’ve got one of these which did come with the written instructions but as you mentioned you don’t really need them. The written instructions helpfully start by telling you not to immerse the device in water.
That lathe looks like a lot of fun. The bed looks like the 80/20 extruded aluminum, if it is it would be super easy to make it longer. I can't wait to see all the cool way you find to use it...that handle turned out great. Cheers
Thanks Joe! I'm having a blast with this thing!
I’m so glad you did a video on this. I have seen these mini lathes for sale but thought they were junk. It did a respectable job. Nice screwdriver.
The little lathe is decent quality. The tools seem like an afterthought though.
Well, it looks like it will be fine for small projects like the one you did in the demo.
So far I've made three pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge.
@@357magdad Awesome!
Excellent job....Magdad,
good mini lathe!!
Thanks! It is fun to play with!
Thanks for sharing. It looks like a lo9t of fun and useful too. Also the handle turned out super.
Thanks John! The tiny lathe is a blast!
That's awesome MINI WOOD LATHE Awesome tool to have.I don't know how I miss this video but I got it watched it was a good one. Thank you for the video
Thanks! Check out my mini lathe projects:
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Hi Magdad , It Looks like A Tool for The Hobbyist . I Bet Chuck Will Want To Try It . 😂 ! Have Fun With Your New Toy.
Thanks Wayne!
You Probably Could Extend that Lathe With A Piece of Wood . Just Rout Out Some Grooves. Or If They're Cheap Enough Buy A Second One And Connect Them .
Looks like just the ticket for the artisan exotic hardwood toothpick business I have been wanting to start.
So far I've made three pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge.
Best comment, I needed that giggle…I could probably print a better made one on my 3D Pinterest except for the hardware.
I have those SAME tiny chisel lol. I use them on my big lathe believe or not to "skim" off coatings and defects similar to sanding :-). Neat little lathe though 👍
That lathe is awesome! Perfect size for the workshop!👍
I'm having a lot of fun with it!
What a lot of fun and a lot better than I thought it would be. You could whip up the front handle for a plane or replacement wooden knobs for drawers and it would have payed its way after only a couple of projects. It's disappointing that the people who made it don't take some credit for the design and manufacture. I can see lots of hacks to make it work really well.
I've already made a few pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge!
Good little lathe for the price. Thanks for the review. Jim
I'm having fun playing with it! I hope to have another mini lathe project video out soon!
This is a bit of a coincidence. I was given the exact same set of chisels from my neighbour a few years ago. He had them for years and never opened the packet. I cracked them open recently in order to do some hand carving/whittling. I really struggled with them but admittedly it was my first ever attempt.
I can see why you struggled! That set of tools is junk!
Great video! You probably have a ton of old files around that you could grind into useful shapes to use as lathe tools. You could also cut the slot in the toolrest deeper to get closer to the work.
I modified a couple old files and they are a big improvement - video coming soon!
Well, I am surprised and impressed. When you got that for Christmas I thought the lathe was "cute", but I'm amazed at how well that handle came out. Of course, your talents had a lot to do with that! I hope you can find some more robust replacements for the "tools" that came with the kit!
Thanks Chris! I have made improvements to the tools. Wait till you see the pokey things I made!
I just had one of these delivered from Amazon this week.
I hope you have as much fun with it as I'm having! Make sure you check out the improved tool rest I made and the replacement tools I use:
ruclips.net/video/peK90KYCl_A/видео.html
I think if you were going two inches, the tool rest would have to be pulled out some and then it would not be directly under the center of the bed/chuck and then you would have enough clearance. Interesting tool.
I turned 1 1/2" dia this weekend for ScoutCrafter's challenge.
This was very timely as I am making little brass hammers to be used in firearm repair and adjustment (drift sights, install pins etc). I am making the handles from scrap cherry and walnut by hand with a rasp, block plane, and sandpaper.
Sounds like a fun project!
@@357magdad the issue I am struggling with is how to drill a vertical hole through the round 3/4” brass hammer head and end up in the center. End to end is easy, but to visually center and drill vertically through 3/4” round brass rod on a drill press with a less than stable table is a challenge. I need to figure out how to find center and then precisely move left-right. Oh well … problem solving is part of the fun.
I got this for making rings and have searched youtube over to find videos of people making other things like this so THANK YOU. Also, just purchased a different set of tools from Harbor Freight. Hoping they'll be better than the ones that came with it
Thanks for watching! Check out my improvised tools:
ruclips.net/video/48c5eLQQmi8/видео.html
Awe, someone needs to talk to the donation Santa to send you one that’s just sitting collecting dust.
I wish I had room for a bigger machine.
I just got mine in today and that little screw piece . It vibrates so much. Keeps making my whole bigger and my bone or wood comes flying out . How can i fix that ?
Hi the lathe looks great, however, I think the tools are wrong though, here in the UK
I have used these for lino cutting / engraving and they bend easily so could be dangerous when used on the lathe - get some stronger tools! and make some more pokey things, Stu
Thanks Stewart! The tools are junk! Pokey thing video with improvised tools coming soon!
Cool tool I’m thinking about getting one
I'm having a blast with my tiny lathe! Make sure you check out the modifications I made to get the most out of it:
ruclips.net/video/peK90KYCl_A/видео.html
Amazing. I picked one up for polishing wooden rings - It was confusing that it gave instructions for parts that aren't there, but other tools (Like wet stone sharpeners) do that aswell, they just make it more clear (if you bought Accessory A, Heres how to mount it on the machine)
I did re-check the box for a mini saw blade when I read it! You are right though, Dremel/Hobby drill bits should work for it, although gotta be done up tight as the bit shafts on them are round.
I thought that's what the 'straight allen wrenches' might be for, but I can't think of how to mount anything on them. Did you ever work out what they were for? They are listed as '3x Hexagonal fixing rod' - I searched for ages, still no idea what they are for. Did you ever find out?
Thanks for watching! I haven't found a use for the straight allen keys.
@@357magdad I asked on a UK Workshop forum to see if anyone there had an idea. The only suggestion so far is that its for mounting small bead blanks, as this is usually marketed as a bead carver/polisher.
Good job buddy! Do you think this mini lathe can be used to turn wooden and polymer clay pens?
Thanks Tom! I don't think it will work with the standard pen mandrels.
Thank you for sharing your experience with this item which I think many of us might be hesitant to purchase. The project came out really nice. Do you have any concerns about your vise eventually warping the aluminum base of the lathe? I believe I would. If I were to purchase one of these, I’d drill and countersink the base and fit it to a board which could be clamped into the vise.
I may add a board some day.
You know.....Santa used to take good care of me....until that fateful year, when I made the mistake of asking him for a copy of the List of "Bad Girls".......big mistake....BIG !!!!
Careful what you wish for Steven!
pretty cool.
Thanks! It's a blast!
Turned, out well
Thank you!
Great little lathe mate. I certainly would be wary of the tools. The flimsy steel is just pressed into the soft wood handle. I’ve seen them come apart whilst hand carving so with work spinning at revs, I would wear a full face shield.
I’m sure your tool restorations will excel even more now with this tool in your arsenal. Have fun!
I modified a couple old files and they work much better.
Turning a new page for the Workshop!
Those are cheap carving tools for whittling. Please do get real gouges! I found a bunch of Craftsman gouges at the Flea Market that won't take much to clean up.
I modified a couple files and they work much better.
Nice Job 👍 The Screwdriver 🪛 is Nice.
Thanks Wayne!
😎👍😎
On AliExpress that same exact looking lathe is $16.49
Then I saw it has a $35 shipping fee haha
You gotta watch those sneaky shipping fees!
Those carving tool are sold at Harbor Freight for 10 bucks, they are pathetic
I paid less cause I had a coupon.
Not bad for the price of $ 44 dollars as for the cheals👎👎👎👎👎 not much you can say about them The best thing you can do is upgrading to a better set of just make your own "Hint" make a cool video LOL as for the Screwdriver handle that came out great on your little Mini Lathe 👍👍👍👍👍👍 as for Mr Chuck where is he??? just about everyone in the comments has been asking for him ... Hey Take care and enjoy a nice Sunday Afternoon off
I modified a couple old files - video coming soon. Chuck has been busy helping me with ScoutCrafter's challenge!
Well look at that. You mastered that pretty quick Magdad. Next is beads. Millions and millions of beads! 😃👍🏼
Thanks David! So far I've made three pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge.
I’ve always wondered about this small lathes. It’s nice for someone who doesn’t have that much room for a full size lathe. Thanks for sharing.
It seems like it is made pretty well. Unfortunately, the "carving tools" seem like an afterthought.
Good morning Magdad!👍. Are you sure that wasn’t for Chuck?
It is definitely Chuck-sized!
I am glad that you bought the mini-lathe and showed us how it worked. Better lathe than never, I always say.
Thanks Larry!
I almost bought a used one for 27 bucks but the shipper was an over seas company You are gonna have fun playing with this lathe Oh and you get an A + on you project
Thanks! I bet you would have a blast with one of these!
Santa knows how to boost business, now you are upgrading already.
I modified a couple old files and they work much better.
Right on MagDad.👍🏻 careful it's a gateway drug.
If you have broken drill bits you can grind your own custom tools.😁 Have fun... it won't be long i predict MagDad will be reviewing another lathe.😁😁😁😁😁 PS... custom ink pens might be fun on that little thing.😁
I was just about to post a similar comment. Broken drill bits, knackered chisels, pokey things from the flea market that aren't much use for anything else. The possibilities are endless!
If only there was some way you could make handles for them...
😀
I modified a couple old files and they work much better.
I modified a couple old files and they work much better.
I got my eye on a cheap set of chisels from Harbor Freight...
Awesome. Make Chuck some feed bowls.
Good idea!
That's basically the little wood carving chisel set they sell at the Dollar Tree.
It seems like the "carving tools" were an afterthought.
Looks like it does a good job
It works pretty well - especially after upgrading the tools (video coming soon).
Millers falls made a bunch of carving tools sets. No 106, 107 and 106C, 107C. Those might work for ya! Thanks.
I modified a couple old files and they work a lot better!
Nice first project, came out very good. I guess Santa will have to ask his elves for a better set of tools for you.
Thanks John! The little lathe is built pretty well. The tool set seems like an afterthought.
@@357magdad Looks like a tool quest at Jacktown.
@@johnmccloskey8761 I made some tools that are a big improvement.
Looks like it worked great! Your in the handle making business now. You hit the nail on the head, I think the edge tools are the week link. You will get a much better initial finish when you stop the chatter. A good honing on a really fine stone or a strop may help them till you can make or buy replacements.
I modified a couple old files and screwdrivers and they work a lot better!
@@357magdad They will chatter a whole lot less if you place the tool rest as close to the work as possible. Elongate those base screw slots to get greater range of motion on that tool rest.
@@thedevilinthecircuit1414 Check out my new tool rest and tools:
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The tool package says Wood Carving Tools. They are intended for hand carving not wood turning. As you experienced, the metal is too thin for turning. Too much chatter and not a rather rough surface.
The handle looks very good. Well done.
You can make some DIY scraping tools e.g., by grinding different size Allen keys. Nice hard material and the length should work for this lathe. Just glue into a handle. I will have to look in a box of old turning tools to see if I can find anything which will work for this lathe.
Dave.
I modified a couple old files and they work pretty good. I'm also gonna pick up a set of cheap HF chisels to modify.
That's a great way to break in a new toy the homemade screwdriver looks store purchased
Thanks Larry! This little lathe is a blast!
I bought one of those a couple of years back and somehow it got put away before I actually used it….thanks for reminding me I had one…I’d like to know what you replace the tools with…fun video!
I modified a couple old files and they work way better! I'm also gonna get a set of HF chisels to modify. I'm planning on another video using my modified tools.
In years past, that little lathe could have been a great help solving problems in my shop. Glad Santa brought it to you, and I bet Chuck is excited to try it out also.
Chuck is scared he's gonna get wound up in it!
Pretty cool! HF sells miniature saw blades but I have never found them in the catalog. I have a set. That is simple but effective. Nice job with your 1st project!
Thanks! Next time I get a coupon I'm gonna pick up a set of chisels from HF to modify.
@@357magdad
Dental tools may help. I would modify old crappy screwdrivers for your cutters. Plenty of them around. You can pound the shape, sharpness, and have rigidity.
@@upsidedowndog1256 I modified a couple files and screwdrivers for my pokey thing project - video coming soon!
A nice set of pen turning chisels would probably work😀
I modified a couple old files and they were a big improvement.
Good review. I don't think I would go past the low speed setting.
Thanks! I have only used the lowest speed. I think the higher speeds would be good for smaller diameter projects.
Agreed, cutting tools are a bit dodgy. Well done indeed!
Thanks! I modified a couple files and they work much better.
Sounds like that power supply can be turned up to 11!
So far I've only used the lathe on the lowest setting. I imagine smaller diameter projects would like the higher speed.
Great for tool tool handles and screwdriver handles
So far I've made a couple drivers, three pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge!
That's a cool toy 👍
Santa hooked me up!
I have a Dremel wood lathe you can use it for plastic too
Thanks James!
Turned out really nice Magdad! I'm pretty sure Mr Pete would refer to the turning chisels as toollusions indeed 😂
Thanks Alex! Those tools were definitely an afterthought.
I'd call it a micro lathe not mini lathe.
For it's size / price it worked good.
Screwdriver look great.
Have a Jesus filled day everyone
Greg in Michigan
Thanks Greg! The tiny lathe is a blast!
@@357magdad
Found your channel through scoutcrafter. I'll have to check out some of your other videos.
Greg in Michigan
@@greghomestead8366 I'm glad you found me! I hope you enjoy my content!
It was nice of Chuck to let you use his lathe.....
It is Chuck-sized!
Nice Magdad! I like it! My first and only project was a screwdriver as well😁 i got mine right on the 5th try..😂 good stuff...enjoyed seeing your setup and looks like it's gonna be handy!! Good stuff!
So far I've made three pokey things and some wheels for ScoutCrafter's challenge.
@@357magdad that's awesome...I got making a mess down with no good result...but I'll get there..😁👍
@@bigvicsworkshop 🤣
Certainly, worth the money
I agree!
Nice video! Looks like fun.
Thanks Peter! It is a blast!
Magdad that screwdriver came out great. I love that you were able to make the handle. One of my next projects is to make a handle for a very old plane.
Thanks Stephen! This little lathe is a blast!
Going to get me one of those...nice handle!
Thanks Andy! It is pretty fun!
Ha! Ive had this exact lathe for about a year and a half now, weird to see it here
This tiny lathe is a blast!
@@357magdad oh theyre a hoot! Pro tip though - slot the screwholes on the toolrest - you dont want more than a ⅜" gap between toolrest and workpiece, it gets rid of that horrible harmonic rattle
Nice handle
Thanks Larry!
Wow. That's tiny. Pretty cool!
It works too!
Another good use for the "table saw" feature would be great for a chuck sized round flat front sander attachment. Might be nice for sanding small objects.
You're right Jeff! A disc sander would be more useful to me than a saw.
Make your own tools with those tools
I modified a couple old files. They work way better than the tools that came with the lathe.
@@357magdad yea, some of them aren't very good 😕 lol
Can you rotate the tail stock bracket 180° then the tailstock 180° to pick up a little more length ? It certainly looks like it works good, and for making handles and small projects will work great. It sure beats getting out a big lathe and also saves a lot of space when storing. You might be able to turn a wooden bowl for Chuck but I think that would be the limit. Unless you plan on making some big projects this mini lathe should fill the bill. I agree sturdier tools might be in order. You may consider purchasing some steel bars and making your own tools and turn your own handlles.
I modified a couple old files and they work a lot better. You're the second one to suggest a bowl for Chuck - I"'m gonna have to try it!
Very cool little lathe. Very nice screwdriver you made with it. Look at Micro Mark for small precision tools (no affiliation). Small chisels, gouges, etc.
Thanks Stephen! I modified a couple old files and they work a lot better!
You made a great looking screwdriver for the first project!
Thanks Robert! Wait till you see the pokey things I made!
I have seen this model on Amazon and I always wanted to know how well it worked and you answered all my questions in this tutorial. I agree that the turning tools are a definitely a weak point in the lathe so I will look to see if there are any replacements. Thanks for making and sharing this review as it helped a lot.
I modified a couple old files and they work way better than the including tools. I plan on another video showing my tool "upgrade".
Good job on the handle. That's sweet little lathe.
Thanks Wire! I'm having a blast with this thing!
It is a pretty good little machine, I started with it too. However, I'd reccomend buying a Proxxon Micromot DB 250 mini lathe. I found one used for cheap and must say that I am very pleased with its performance. It is slighty larger, but actually works as a real lathe with much better accessories. It also has a more powerful motor and better clamping. Overall a much better machine in my opinion. Thanks for sharing!
Thanks for watching Martin! It looks like the DB 250 is over $200. I'll never be able to talk Santa into that!
@@357magdad I guess it is more expensive because you live further away from Germany where it is made. Here in Denmark it is about 175 dollars new. I bought mine used for about 100 dollars and I found it to be worth every penny
Awesome job Magdad! Looks like fun and a great Christmas present 👍🏻
Thank You for sharing 😃
Thanks Jack! This tiny thing is a blast!
Nice old drafting table in the background. 👍😁
Yep!
I think this ole boy is going to have one of those soon, looks pretty handy for what projects I get into, thanks for the video, it was fun watching you unpacking it.
Thanks Terry! Give it a try!
I really like your video because I just bought the same mini lathe months ago and I just used it once, because I need more practice😊. Now watching your video is giving me an idea on how to use it, and yes, I definitely would buy stronger carving tools. Thank you so much for your help👍.
Thanks for watching! I'm having a lot of fun with my tiny lathe! Check out my one year review:
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Look at you with your bad self. Very nice.
This little thing is a lot of fun Ben!
Good guess about the table saw -
Hi! Would you mind sharing which tools you upgraded to? Also, have you seen any carbide tools this size for acrylics and resin? I can't find any of these things. Thank you!
Thanks for watching! Check out my follow up project videos where I experiment with "upgraded" tools:
ruclips.net/video/48c5eLQQmi8/видео.html
ruclips.net/video/peK90KYCl_A/видео.html
80crv2 is fairly inexpensive tool steel at 1/4" thickness and heat treats fairly easily! So I could imagine some that thin would be very affordable! Now that you have a lathe to make handles would be nice to see you make some tools instead of cleaning them up! Just a thought!
I made a couple tools out of old files and they work much better.
You can make your own with square masonry bits, info on annealing the steel nails is easily found. Propane torch for a forge, a lump of steel as an anvil, files to shape, and a decent Carborundum stone to sharpen, and you can make whatever you want. And the handles, of course, you don't have to buy at the store anymore! Good bench vise, angle or bench grinder, et cetera, to make it easier/faster, but it's doable without those aids. Bill
Thanks for watching! Check out my follow up project:
ruclips.net/video/48c5eLQQmi8/видео.html
Hey great review! I just got this lathe today, I have never done anything wood so excuse my ignorance for this question. When you were showing the magnetic bit holder I'm not understanding which end of that bit holder mechanism you were showing went where and how deep into the wood it went? did you embed like the whole size of the drill bit into the wood. I was confused about that part, i'm hoping to use mine to make 1:12 scale Dollhouse things. Thks
Thanks for watching! This tiny lathe would be great for doll house size items! The magnetic bit holder is usually installed in a drill chuck. I drove the part of the bit holder that would normally go in the chuck of the drill into a wood dowel and turned a handle with the mini lathe.
it's really an excellent little lathe; just get some proper chisels, not the things provided. I'd have liked some sort of instructions, because I've no idea what the straight hex rods are supposed to be for! Otherwise no criticisms.
Thanks for watching Anthony! Check out my second mini lathe video:
ruclips.net/video/48c5eLQQmi8/видео.html