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At a glance
- Condition
- New
- Style
- 3.2-Amp Lathe
- Pattern
- Lathe
- Weight
- 44.7 lb
- In the box
- 8-Inch by 12-Inch Lathe2.3-inch face platean MT1 spindle and tailstock taperand two interchangeable tool rests
Features 5
- Perfect for pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small workpieces
- Fits workpieces up to 12 inches long and 8 inches wide
- 3.2-Amp motor provides over 50% more power than most 8-inch wood lathes
- Adjust the soft start variable speed motor anywhere from 750 to 3200 RPM
- Features a 2.3-Inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, and two interchangeable tool rests
Description
Remember when you could turn your own pens? Fill your house with as many pens as you can with the WEN 8-inch by 12-inch variable speed mini wood Lathe. Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 750 to 3200 rotations per minute. The WEN 8-inch by 12-inch variable speed Benchtop wood Lathe features an MT1 spindle and Tailstock taper to tightly grip workpieces, two tool rests (4-1/2 inch and 7 inch) to provide needed support for chisels and tools during operation, and a 3.2-Amp motor to keep things turning. The easy-to-use Lever clamping system makes adjustments to both the tool rest and the Tailstock simple and precise. The WEN wood Lathe also includes a flat wrench, a headstock spur center, A Tailstock cup center, A knockout rod and a 2.3-Inch faceplate for non-spindle work pieces. And, because its a WEN product. a nationwide network of skilled service technicians and a friendly customer help line. Remember when you could turn pens, chess pieces and more? Remember WEN.
Specs 8
| Manufacturer | WEN |
|---|---|
| Part Number | 3421 |
| Item Weight | 44.7 pounds |
| Package Dimensions | 27.48 x 13.35 x 7.99 inches |
| Item model number | 3421 |
| Style | 3.2-Amp Lathe |
| Pattern | Lathe |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
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Perfect for beginners
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
Good lathe for anybody who wants to just turn small projects. I've made a bunch of stuff on this thing so here are the pros and cons. Pro: It's cheap Con: If you try to take off too much wood at once, the lathe slows down and stops. Pro: Because it slows down whenever you try and work too fast, it sort of teaches you to take your time and not rush your projects. Con: It's not as fast as a big lathe, and catches are usually really big. At one point my tool kicked back so badly it broke my nose. Just a reminder to go slow and take your time. Pro: It's under 200 dollars so if it only lasts a year or so, it's not as big a deal as it would be if a big lathe didn't last that long. Conclusion: it's a good little machine, but it's not meant to last forever. It's expendable. It's a learning lathe, hence the low price and performance issues. All in all, if you are just starting out, this is perfect for you. But maybe if you want to professionally turn wood, maybe upgrade sooner rather than later.
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Reviewed in the United States on October 17, 2021 by Hannah Summers
Nice little lathe.
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
UPDATE: 20 days in with minimal use and one of the headstock bearings has started going bad, clicking when tail stock puts minimal pressure on workpiece. Removed bearings and cleaned bad one and repacked with grease so I could try using again. It is better but still going bad. Ordered a 10 pack of better grade bearings and not going to deal with Wen. Aside from low grade bearings I am still ok with purchase from the stuff I have made and how well it turned out. Nice entry level lathe. For me as a cnc machinist this lathe is super basic which I like. No G&M codes/programs, just a wonderful tactile hobby. Within 20 minutes of box hitting my front step I had wood chips flying. Unit is solid and works as expected with only one disappointment and that is the motor being more underpowered than I expected. Not a huge issue as this is a smaller inexpensive lathe. Overall I am pleased.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 9, 2021 by M.V.
So far, so good
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
I bought this lathe as an entry level tool to start making pens with. I was drawn to the variable speed controller, which is unusual for an entry level machine, so I pulled the trigger and ordered it. Setup was easy, and it has proven to be a very capable machine for small items like pens, salt and pepper shakers, and projects of that size. You won't be doing any salad bowls or vases with this little guy. But within it's limitations, it is a very good tool. The tail stock is a bit limited in it's precision, and that is the biggest weakness that I have found so far, and it's not that big a deal. The action is smooth, the ways seem flat and parallel, and the variable speed control is a delight to use. I do wish it had a speed readout, but that is really nit picking here. If you are new to wood turning or want to do small projects without a huge investment, this is a worthy purchase. Just remember to work within it's limitations. I'd have no reservations recommending this machine. Jeff Carson City, NV
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Reviewed in the United States on January 5, 2022 by FineEngineer
One year later review: Great for a first lathe
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
This is an ideal lathe for a beginner. Yes, the reviews are right- the motor stalls on aggressive cuts. I'm a beginner and that's why I decided to buy THIS lathe. Aggressive/bad cuts happen when learning this skill. I found it was much safer to have the motor stall on me rather than have a bad catch or a tool ripped out of my hand! I did buy the additional 4" chuck that makes life easier. It was about another $50. (See attached picture) 1-year later And it's been just over a year since I bought this lathe. It's not a lathe built to last. The metal is soft so the tighteners have rounded quite a bit. And the 'knockout rod' completely broke. But we're adaptable tinkerers and we find a way. I use a 5/16 wrench to tighten the tool rest down. I also found a metal rod in a similar diameter to the broken 'knockout rod' that was provided. The lathe also started to rust very early after purchase even covered with a canvas tarp. But rust can be managed. I recommend this lathe to any beginner. It's great for your starter needs. You'll want to upgrade to other lathes if you stick with wood turning. Have fun creating!
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Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2022 by S.E. Crawford
Best Cheap Lathe On Amazon
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
The lathe is cheap, but it punches slightly above its weight for that price. Its not that powerful, the working area is very narrow, and the tailstock effectively moves less than an inch. However, this is a pen lathe at its core and none of those things matter for that. This will turn pens without issue. By far the nicest feature is the adjustable speed and overall size. If you have a small worksurface this is a great option. One thing i have not seen in the reviews (maybe I didn't look hard enough) is that the tool rest has been updated for the 3421 over the 3420. The tool rest can now be set to sit well below the center line of the spindle. Given this was the largest complaint the community seemed to have for the 3420, I'm surprised WEN doesn't include this more in their marketing material.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2022 by Bob Luckey
Great lathe to start and learn with!!!
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
This lathe, in my opinion, is a steal of a deal. No other lathe that I have found in its size class for this price. I am new to lathe work but put many hours on this little lathe and it has yet to fail me. Im only turning duck calls with it, but its more than enough for that! Would definitely recommend this to anyone looking to start wood turning or add an additional lathe to the collection. (Starting to realize a second one would be nice to have set up for different parts of the call making process to cut down on setting up for each task.) Also, pair this lathe up with a set of carbide tipped turning tools and you should have no problem.
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Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2022 by Amazon Customer
AMAZING !!!!!
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
Absolutely amazing value for the money. I turned 2 small bowls in just one afternoon. It's a small lathe so the biggest bowl you can turn is about 6" but it looks like it would be great for turning pens too. You need a light touch - it will jam easily however, if your tools are sharp and you take it slow it works great. I don't have room for a full size lathe and I'm over my tool budget for the year so this has been a fantastic alternative. If your chisels are too long to get inside the bowl the tailstock comes off easily with 2 screws. LOVING THIS LATHE !!!!!
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Reviewed in the United States on December 13, 2019 by Mrs. C.
DO NOT BUY!!!
Style: 3.2-Amp Lathe
Pattern Name: Lathe
Don't waste your Money! I wanted to start learning how to use a lathe, saw this and thought it was a steal...didn't realize i was the one being stole from. I'm a novice so i have only used this lathe a grand total of 3.5 times. the ".5" is from the last project i was working on and halfway through the motor gave up the ghost. This is advertised to be able to turn a project up to 8" wide and 12" long, which geometrically it can, but they fail to mention that the total weight of that can only be about 1.5 lbs, anything over that weight will bog the motor down and then its over. So adding the 4-inch-4 jaw chuck will only make matters worse. This thing is really only good for very light-weight projects, probably things like pens and small pill boxes or honey dippers. Even then you have to be very gentle and shave off a tiny bit at a time, if not it will most likely burn the motor out. Another note besides the carp motor is the locking mechanisms, they will not hold very well. As you try to tighten down the piece of wood they give way making it almost impossible to get your project secured safely Take advice from someone already fooled, if you want to start turning wood, invest in something a little more durable. This definitely seems affordable, but when you consider you will end up having to buy replacement parts that will probably give out soon as well, then you will end up buying another lathe (if you haven't given up on the lathe dream by then), you end up burning through a few hundred bucks with nothing to show but a couple crappy looking first time projects. Dear WEN, please be honest when advertising this thing
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Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2022 by BRyan