Just wondering if anyone is turning on the Laguna Tools 1847 lathe. It looks similar to the Grizzly G0733 but has a few features the Grizzly doesn't have. I thought I had a used Jet lined up but the guy changed his mind.
Rich
Rich
Yes as Mark said I took the plunge. I can't wait to get the Jet it should be shipped from Jet tomorrow and be here by the end of next week. I have already ordered the 1 1/4" adapter for my Super Nova Chuck 2 and an adapter to use with my various face plates that use 1". I will eventually get some 1 1/4" face plates. I can't wait to move from the Shopsmith to the Jet. I will also have to purchase some additional tool rests as mine are 3/4" and I don't know if the shaft would even be long enough on them if I used an adapter.
I talked to Laguna and one of the upper management guys told me the 1847 is on it's way out and will be replaced by a new model in November for about 2500.00. I just got worried about support and parts down the road. I know that won't be a problem with the Jet.
Now I have some time to install my 220 before it arrives.
Rich