Top 8 Wood Lathe Under $1000 of September 2023

Attack work pieces up to 18 inches long and 12 inches wide

Switch between five different speeds: 520, 900, 1400, 2150, or 3400 RPM

Includes 3-1/8 inch Faceplate for turning bowls, cups and other non-spindle work pieces

MT2 tailstock and headstock tapers allow for compatibility with a wide variety of Lathe Accessories

Features a 4. 5A motor, an MT2 headstock spur center, an MT2 tailstock live center, an 8-inch tool rest, and an on-board accessory holder

Perfect for turning pens, bowls, cups, chess pieces, and other small workpieces

Features an 8-inch swing over the bed and a 13-inch distance between centers

Soft-start 3.2-amp motor starts gradually to prevent damage to the motor and maximize safety

Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 750 to 3200 RPM

Includes a 2.3-inch face plate, an MT1 spindle and tailstock taper, two interchangeable tool rests, and a two-year warranty

CONVENIENT CONTROLS: Easy-to-reach controls and digital readout. Recommended Circuit Size (Amps)- 10

OPTIMAL SPEED: Choose from three speed ranges (60-900/110-1,800/220-3,600)

INNOVATIVE DESIGN: Ratchet-style belt tension system (patent pending)

HANDY STORAGE: Includes a tool storage caddy on each end of the machine

ADDED SAFETY: Removable yellow On/Off safety key

DIRECTIONAL CONTROL: Smooth transitions when changing from forward to reverse

This Variable-Speed Wood Lathe provides 12" of turning radius and spindles up to 16-1/2"

The three speeds range from 650 to 3800 RPM so you can find just the speed you need to finish whatever job your heart desires

This lathe was also made in an ISO 9001 factory and includes a digital spindle speed indicator

Attack workpieces up to 20 inches long and 14 inches wide

Adjust the variable speed anywhere from 250 to 3550 rotations per minute

Includes 4 inch faceplate for turning bowls, cups and other workpieces

MT2 tailstock and headstock tapers, along with 1"- 8 spindle thread, allow for compatibility with a wide variety of lathe accessories

Features a 6A motor, MT2 spur center, MT2 live center, 8-inch tool rest, and an onboard accessory holder

Motor: 1/2 HP, 110V, single-phase, 6A

Swing over bed: 10"

Swing over tool rest base: 7-1/4"

Distance between centers: 18"

Tool rest width: 5-3/4"

COMPACT TURNING: 15-1/2" between centers

IDEAL SPEED: Choose from three speed ranges (200-1,050/300-1,750/600-3,600)

IMPROVED TENSIONING SYSTEM: Easier access to belts

INCREASED RIGIDITY: Wider bed ways

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: Expand your turning capability with a 21" Bed Extension (719101), Stand (719102A), and Stand Extension (719103A)

RECOMMENDED FOR: Novice woodturners and folks with limited shop space

Six Spindle Speeds: 500, 840, 1240, 1800, 2630, and 3975

24-Position Indexing: you can turn your object to just the right orientation

Enhanced Tensioning System: Easier access to belts for more precision

Increased Rigidity: Bed ways have an increased width to give you more stability

Improved Gripping: Tailstock features a live center

JET Red Assurance Guarantee: Backed by JET's industry-leading five-year warranty against manufacturing defects