There have been dozens of time I wanted to do some turning but don't have a lathe. Well, I have that 10' long Oliver lathe I've mentioned but it's 3 phase and not usable for me so it's covered with wood, fixtures, extra air hoses, etc. But if it were gone and I could find a decent smaller lathe to put in its spot I would enjoy doing some turning.
Way back when I had the Oliver and a Powermatic lathe in my shop and could use them any time I wanted it was always about doing things for customers - chair spindles, 8' Mahogany columns, restoration parts for antiques, etc. but I rarely had the time to turn something like a bowl for myself. Maybe I'll make some bowls on the CNC! :wink:
David