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Woodturning is just like any other hobby. It requires an investment in tools, materials, time, and training. And most woodturners find that the better they get, the better they want to become! Which means buying even more tools and gadgets to help turn big chunks of wood into small chunks of wood. So here's the ultimate woodturner's wishlist. If you have a woodturner on your shopping list, buy them something from this list. They won't be disappointed.
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WorkTunes® i.3 Hearing Protector Radio HeadphonesListen to your favorite music and protect your hearing while you work, even in a noisy shop! Hearing protector has built-in AM/FM stereo radio and an input jack for use with external components - ideal for use with MP3 players. Includes patch cord to plug into MP3 player (MP3 player not included). Requires 2 AA batteries (not included). Click here for current pricing.
Featured Sale Item: Sorby Revolving Steb Centers
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Great for producing irregular-shaped dishes, spiral candlesticks, multi-sided boxes, cabriole legs and more! Features stainless steel spring-loaded point and razor-sharp teeth that bite into the workpiece. In case of dig-in, workpiece simply stops revolving. Available in three diameters with #2 morse taper.
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- Woodturner's Leather Apron--Stay safe while turning! Heavy-duty, comfortable design protects you from flying chips and shavings, and keeps dust from getting into your shirt. Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
- Woodturner's Multi-roll Sanding Pack--Perfect for pen finishing! Various grits let you sand in succession for a smooth-as-silk finish. Includes four rolls of J-weight, cloth-backed sandpaper in 150, 240, 320 and 400 grits. Great for sanding on the lathe, plus can be used for any other woodworking project that requires a small piece of sandpaper. Impregnated with aluminum oxide for long life. Each roll is 1" wide x 20' long. Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
- Oneway Wolverine Vari-Grind Sharpening Jig --The Vari-Grind jig is for 1/8'' to 5/8'' dia. tools. It will properly shape and maintain the edge on standard bowl gouges, the modern side grind, and the traditional fingernail shape for spindle work detailing. This is an accessory piece to the Oneway Wolverine Sharpening System. Read more about the Wolverine Sharpening System here. Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
- Oneway Wolverine Skew Grind Jig --The Skew Grind jig is a skew grinding attachment for sharpening skew chisels. Attachment holds the skew chisel at a 30º angle to the stone so both sides are sharpened identically. This is an accessory piece to the Oneway Wolverine Sharpening System. Read more about the Wolverine Sharpening System here. Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
- Woodturner's Face Shield--Ultimate safety and fit - adjusts easily up to 45 head sizes! Headgear made from tough, light-weight thermoplastic material. Window measures 15/1/2" wide x 9" high. Clear window made of high grade Acetate. Headgear has rachet style size adjustment knob in back which allows quick and easy size adjustment even while being worn. Ideal for turning! Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
Lathes
JET 708351VS JML-1014VS 10-Inch Swing 14-Inch between Centers 1/2-Horsepower Variable Speed Benchtop Mini Woodworking Lathe, 115-Volt 1-Phase
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JET 708358K JWL-1442VSK 14-by-42-Inch VS PRO Wood Lathe with Legs
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Amazon Price: $1,485.80 (as of 12/16/2009)
List Price: $1,536.00
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Powermatic 1352001 Model 3520B 20x35-Inch Wood Lathe with RPM Digital Readout
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Amazon Price: $3,399.99 (as of 12/16/2009)
List Price: $4,214.00
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Turning Tools
Fisch TC90-150 5-Piece Detail Turning Tools
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List Price: $68.60
Delta 46-625 Lathe Spindle Turning Tools, Set of 6
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Amazon Price: $146.04 (as of 12/16/2009)
List Price: $254.46
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Sharpening System: Oneway Wolverine Sharpening System
DELTA 23-725 8-Inch Industrial Grinder
This is a 1725 RPM grinder with 8" wheels. This is ideal for use with the Wolverine Sharpening System.
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Wolverine Grinding Jig
The basic Wolverine Grinding Jig which is used for sharpening straight angled tools like roughing gouges and spindle gouges. Using this jig, you can achieve the same bevel angle every time you sharpen. This kit also comes with an adjustable angle sturdy tool rest platform that has a 3 x 5 inch working area. This platform can be used for sharpening other household and shop tools and can be mounted on either the left or right hand side of the grinder.
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Amazon Price: $87.95 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Wolverine Vari-Grind Attachment
The Wolverine Vari-Grind Jig which is used for sharpening tools with compound bevel angles such as bowl gouges with fingernail grinds. Using this jig, you can achieve the same bevel angle every time you sharpen.
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Amazon Price: $52.95 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Wolverine Skew Grind Attachment
The Skew Grind jig is a skew grinding attachment for sharpening skew chisels. Attachment holds the skew chisel at a 30º angle to the stone so both sides are sharpened identically.
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Amazon Price: $29.95 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Wolverine Dressing Attachment
The Woverine Dressing Attachment is a diamond-tipped dressing tool used for dressing your grinder's wheels so that you maintain a perfectly flat wheel surface which is ideal for sharpening your expensive turning tools.
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Sharpening System: Tormek SuperGrind
Tormek 2006-109 SuperGrind with Woodturners Kit
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Sanding & Finishing Supplies
Woodturner's Multi-Roll Sanding Pack
Perfect for pen finishing! Various grits let you sand in succession for a smooth-as-silk finish. Includes four rolls of J-weight, cloth-backed sandpaper in 150, 240, 320 and 400 grits. Great for sanding on the lathe, plus can be used for any other woodworking project that requires a small piece of sandpaper. Impregnated with aluminum oxide for long life. Each roll is 1" wide x 20' long.
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DynaMitt Sanding Glove
Put sanding in the palm of your hand! Hand-sanding difficult contoured areas and woodturnings has never been easier or more efficient.
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Inflatable Bowl Sander
Here's the inside story: This is the first sander to adjust completely to underlying surfaces. It's ideal for sanding and polishing the interior of bowls, spoons, or any other concave surface. Stays soft all the way to the edge!
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Sanding Cord
Great for sanding hard-to-reach places on turnings and carvings. Round style cords. Coated in aluminum oxide grit. You'll get approximately 50 feet per spool.
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Sorby Sandmaster
An extremely handy addition to any turner's armory, the Sandmaster is used in conjunction with a lathe to put a fine finish on turned pieces. It eliminates the unsightly lines often associated with traditional hand sanding.
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Micro-Mesh Cushioned Abrasives
Washable and reusable abrasives are great for sanding small projects on the lathe! Unique cushioning design results in extended abrasive life, the best surface finish possible, and fewer steps. Conforms to the shape while providing even pressure against the surface.
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Crystal Coat
Perfect for turned pens! Get a sophisticated high-gloss finish that's also water-and wear-resistant. Quick, easy and no-mess! Perfect for turned pens! Can be applied to wood pens and other turnings right while they're on the lathe! Easy to use 6 ounce bottle. Designed as a final finish coat. Food safe when dry.
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Behlen Woodturner's Finish
Quickly create a stunning high gloss and professional look for your small turning projects. Ideal for spindles, lamp bases, pool cues, pens and more!
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Woodturning Apparel and Safety Gear
Woodturner's Leather Apron
Stay safe while turning! Heavy-duty, comfortable design protects you from flying chips and shavings, and keeps dust from getting into your shirt.
Price too low to reveal. Click here for current pricing.
Woodturner's Face Shield
Ultimate safety and fit - adjusts easily up to 45 head sizes! Headgear made from tough, light-weight thermoplastic material. Window measures 15/1/2" wide x 9" high. Clear window made of high grade Acetate. Headgear has rachet style size adjustment knob in back which allows quick and easy size adjustment even while being worn. Ideal for turning!
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Peltor Worktunes (TM) Radio & Hearing Protector
Tune into a better way to protect your hearing!
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Dust Bee Gone Mask
Reusable and washable dust mask won't fog glasses - perfect for woodturners! Lightweight, comfortable design forms to all face shapes. Effective down to 3 microns.
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Triton Powered Respirator
This adjustable hardhat does it all: filters airborne dust, protects eyes and hearing, and produces a gentle stream of clean air that travels down the inside of the visor.
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Tool Covers
HTC TS-9112 Tool Saver 72-by-112-Inch Jumbo Machine Cover
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Amazon Price: $42.91 (as of 12/16/2009)
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HTC TS-9072 Tool Saver 56-by-72-Inch Large Machine Cover
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Amazon Price: $39.26 (as of 12/16/2009)
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HTC TS-9056 Tool Saver Machine Cover, Medium (36-Inch x 56-Inch)
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Amazon Price: $18.79 (as of 12/16/2009)
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HTC TS-9036 Tool Saver Machine Cover Small 27-Inch x 36-Inch
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Amazon Price: $14.28 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Woodturning Magazines
Woodturning Design
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Amazon Price: $19.97 (as of 12/16/2009)
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More Magazines
Woodworker's Journal is the "Voice of the Woodworking Community". Now celebrating its 25th anniversary, Woodworker's Journal offers projects, tips, tool reviews and techniques for woodworkers of all skill levels! Subscribe online and get two free gifts!
Woodturning Books
Lathe Bk 2/E
Release Date: 04/15/2001
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Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Learn to Turn: A Beginner's Guide to Woodturning from Start to Finish
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Amazon Price: $10.76 (as of 12/16/2009)
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Richard Raffan's Turning Guide: Turning Wood, Turning Boxes, and Turning Bowls (Three Books, Boxed Set)
Release Date: 03/15/2002
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Amazon Price: $37.77 (as of 12/16/2009)
List Price: $59.95
Woodturning Videos
Currently on sale at Rockler for $19.95! Amazon usually sells this video for much more.
Bowl Turning, Fine Woodworking DVD
Del Stubbs shows you in step-by-step close action how to turn beautiful
bowls and plates from dry or green lumber you cut yourself. You'll see firsthand how to do the work, the tools, the techniques, and the subtle rhythm of each process. 120 minutes. View sample video clip (Requires RealPlayer)
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