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In trying to drill pen blanks by using this innovative chuck I have had little success because of the lack of being able to keep the tailstock on center. The Aluminum bushing in the tailstock fixture is sloppy, and the set screw digs into it such that it will not allow proper adjustment. This couple...

Well, being totally new to this wonderful "hobby" has my head swirling with ideas and so on, and I can't wait to jump into the fray! So, questions, questions, questions! I went to the woodworking show here in NJ last weekend in Somerset, and spent way too much money, but I'm not sure I hav...

i reccomend the 5/8" bore to 1"x8tpi spindle adapter so that you can use most commonly available lathe accessories on your shopsmith. feel free to ask any specific questions you may have. i have turned about 250 pens on my shopsmith so you may know that the standard shopsmith toolrest wor...