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The Lathe Book 3rd Edition: A Complete Guide to the Machine and its Accessories

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Completely revised and updated, The Lathe Book, 3rd Edition is the definitive guide to this essential turning machine written by legendary woodturning author, teacher, and lathe designer Ernie Conover. In the 17 years since the 2nd edition came out, there have been tremendous advances in lathes, accessories, and sharpening equipment. Conover brings this classic reference book up-to-date, incorporating the many recent innovations in the lathe and its accessories.Introduces the novice or professional woodturner to the expanded range of lathes now available, including invaluable information on choosing a lathe.Features many new chucks for holding work.Offers comprehensive advice on selecting turning tools, including the popular carbide-insert tools.Outlines the groundbreaking developments in sharpening equipment.Emphasizes the importance of full-face shield protection, hearing protection, and dust collection.Includes information on basic lathe maintenance. -- Ernie Conover Read more


Publisher ‏ : ‎ Taunton Press; 3rd edition (February 4, 2020)


Language ‏ : ‎ English


Paperback ‏ : ‎ 208 pages


ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1641550112


ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 16


Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.72 pounds


Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 8.5 x 0.5 x 11 inches


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Top Amazon Reviews

    • Great read and informative
So much information and well written.
Reviewed in the United States on November 4, 2022 by Mark Cummins
    • Thorough, overall coverage of Lathe practices
Have been a woodworker with a nearly complete shop for many years, though minus a lathe. Wanting to get into purchasing and working with a lathe I purchased this book and have found it to be exactly what I was looking for. It covers everything from history, practices, tool use, sharpening, selection to safety. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2022 by Klap
    • Excellent guide for the beginner in lathe work.
I'm a beginner and it is perfect for my needs.
Reviewed in the United States on February 7, 2022 by Rudy Lienau
    • Terrific Book for Newbies
I recently purchased a lathe and began taking instruction at a local arts center. This book is a terrific resource.
Reviewed in the United States on January 21, 2021 by Tarheel 57
    • Up to date ion wood turning
Great book, lots of information. Good book for someone thinking about getting into wood turning or for the experienced turner. John K
Reviewed in the United States on June 4, 2020 by Amazon Customer
    • Perhaos a bit out of date, but still filled with good information.
This book was written by one of the most experienced woodworkers out there, however I have found a bit of it is a little out-of-date. Still, there is some really good info here regarding selecting a lathe,tools, tuning, etc. I don’t think I will be turning to it very often, but it did help demystify some things I wondered about before purchasing my lathe, tools and accessories. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 25, 2022 by J S Gilbert
    • well written
told me what I needed to know.
Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2022 by Amazon Customer

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