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I have the lathe duplicator and have used it to copy antique ballusters for porches for numerous people. It saves time and makes duplicating easier. For just table legs I use the lathe and not the lathe duplicator. For me lathe work used to be intimidating as I was afraid of ruining expensive wood ...

Nick,

Thanks for the insight and the recommendation. There are more projects planned so it would be used more than once. My bride and I attended a traveling academy last year, and had a great time . She really enjoyed the bowl turning. My only fear would be having to share the SS with her as much ...

I started building a new oak dining room table (more than a few years ago) and turned 2-1/2 legs by hand, messed up the third of the needed four. As most of you know, some projects span a few years, I’m at this point and my bride has urged me to buy the SS lathe duplicator. So what am I waiting for ...

I agree 100%. I just watched the video this morning. There is a wealth of information available and very benefical. Thanks for the video and insight.

Ken