Tools: Nova 1624 II Wood Lathe

Tool Description

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Excellent entry level lathe that has enough versatility and power to give many years of turning. 8-speed range – features a low speed of 215 rpm essential for serious and safe large piece and bowl turning work. Steel and cast iron stand included as standard equipment. Full swivel head functionality and solid cast iron components complete the package. Available in the 11/4″8TPI thread. Includes 1.5HP AC motor, belt, stand, 2MT live center, 2MT spur/drive center, 3″ faceplate, 12′ toolrest, manual and fastenings. Pictured with Outrigger (Additional Purchase). Note: This unit replaces the older NOVA 1624 Lathe. All old accessories and parts are interchangeable.

Manual

Sharpening Chisels

Chisels are sharpened with the Rikon slow speed grinder, and Wolverine Jigs. Videos links below.

Classes

• Wood Shop Lathe 101

Other resources

Videos

• https://youtu.be/ubfoe0h9NZA Wolverine Jig - Overview
• https://youtu.be/DmvlvY3mIHs Wolverine Jig - Vari Grind attachment
• https://youtu.be/ziejM7dcNUE Wolverine Jig - Skew attachment
• https://youtu.be/sQ6Mxhzy0OA Using a parting tool
• https://youtu.be/-0MrdSRq3cQ Alan Lacer on sharpening and using the spindle gouge
• https://youtu.be/TIvROyV2n6w Richard Raffan - Turning a Basic Bowl part 1
• https://youtu.be/nPPvtP2bbkg Richard Raffan - Turning a Basic Bowl part 2
• https://youtu.be/jOvF5f1phhY Richard Raffan - Understanding Catches

Channels

• https://www.youtube.com/user/wwgoaeditor WoodWorkers Guild Of America
• https://www.youtube.com/user/StumpyNubsWorkshop Stumpy Nubs
• https://www.youtube.com/user/wortheffort Worth the effort
• https://www.youtube.com/user/Wood Wood Magaine